The RFL Volunteer Awards 2009

In order to acknowledge the hard work and support that people give, unpaid, to the sport of Rugby League, the RFL will once again recognise and reward their effort through its Volunteer Awards Scheme. There are six categories of award and all winners (plus a guest) will be treated to corporate hospitality at the 2009 Challenge Cup Final on Saturday 29th August.

Each Service Area is responsible for promoting four awards within their area and will also select the winners, whilst the International Volunteer and In League Together awards will be selected separately. All winners will receive a trophy and the local Professional clubs will be encouraged to provide hospitality and promotion of the winners at a relevant match.

The winners from each Service Area will go forward to the National Awards in the relevant category. To nominate someone who you feel deserves to be recognised in this way for their continued efforts, please contact volunteering@rfl.uk.com for a nomination form. You may select more than one category for one person and they will be considered for each category selected.

The Service Area categories are:

• Young Volunteer of the Year, supported by v (under 25 as at 1st July 2009) – they are reliable, trust-worthy and have made a valuable contribution to your club.
• "Volunteer of the Year" – who makes an outstanding contribution to the running of the club, League, Service Area, school or any other means.
• "Volunteer Coordinator of the Year” – person who recruits and coordinates other volunteers within the club and local community.
• “Coach of the Year” - a coach who shown commitment to coaching and player development.

All entries must be completed and received by 27th March 2009. Winners will be notified by post.