The FA and its Community Partner, McDonalds, have today announced that nominations for the second FA Community Awards are now open. The awards aim to recognise and reward grassroots clubs and volunteers across the country, the unsung heroes of grassroots football in communities across England, and they want people in Surrey to get involved.
The Surrey County FA is calling on people from across the region for nominations for the eight award categories so that they can be recognised for their achievements.
The eight award categories are:
• Outstanding Contribution Award
• The FA Community Club Award
• The FA Development Club Award
• The FA Charter Standard Club Award
• Volunteer of the Year Award
• Young Volunteer of the Year Award
• Coach of the Year Award
• The FA Charter Standard League Award
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Nominations close on 18 March 2011 and the national award winners will be announced at The FA Community Awards presented by McDonald’s on Sunday 7 August at The FA Community Shield, Wembley Stadium. These winners will be selected by a judging panel which is likely to include Sir Geoff Hurst, Sir Trevor Brooking and members of the national media who are all involved in the search for the winners of these prestigious awards.
Caroline McRoyall, County Football Development Manager, said “Grassroots football is at the heart of the national game and every week across the country, people dedicate their time and energy to provide a professional, fun and rewarding football experience for the local community. We are delighted that The FA and McDonald’s have recognised these clubs and individuals with the Community Awards and believe this is a great opportunity for us to celebrate the dedication and commitment shown by clubs, coaches, players and volunteers across the UK and so we’d urge people to nominate. Fingers crossed we get some finalists and national winners from insert location!”
For more information, please contact Caroline McRoyall on caroline.mcroyall@surreyfa.com or 01372 373543