Each year, Softball BC opens nominations for its Annual Awards and Service Awards, with the goal of recognizing the outstanding achievements, performances, and/or volunteerism of our members.
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Refer to the categories and criteria outlined below. For additional information, please consult our Awards Policy.
Categories & Criteria
Volunteer Category
a) Zeone Andrijaszyn Volunteer of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Presented to members of our community who exhibit a nature of volunteerism for the benefit of Softball BC.
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The nominated volunteer must be a resident of British Columbia during the period for which the outstanding performance is claimed.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
Coach Category
a) Bryan Sask Coach of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Must have coached and demonstrated excellence in one or more Provincial, Western Canadian or Canadian Championship, Canada Summer Games or the BC Summer Games, within the current season.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
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Must be a current resident of British Columbia for the period for which the outstanding performance is claimed.
b) Community Coach of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Volunteer coach in a recreational league.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
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Must have demonstrated success, measured both in wins and in skill development and player retention.
Umpire Category
a) Official of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Registered umpire with Softball BC.
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Exhibited traits that elevate the game and its officiating.
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Displays positivity, eagerness, and willingness to improve.
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Respects all involved in the game and is a positive role model.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
b) Rising Star - Nomination Form Closed
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Registered umpire with Softball BC.
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Demonstrates eagerness to improve, skill, and a positive attitude.
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Respects all involved in the game and is a positive role model.
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Recognizes an umpire with three years or less experience who shows potential for greatness.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
Minor Athlete Category
a) Community Minor Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Exemplary traits on the field, with teammates, and in their community.
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Registered member of Softball BC.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
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Must have been rostered as a C level player.
b) Indigenous Minor Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Exemplary traits on the field, with teammates, and in their community.
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Must be of Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).
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Registered member of Softball BC.
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Relevant statistics/awards for year of nomination required.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
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Must have been rostered as an A, B, or C level player.
c) Rep Minor Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Exemplary traits on the field, with teammates, and in their community.
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Relevant statistics/awards for year of nomination required.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
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Registered member of Softball BC rostered with either an A or B level team.
Men’s and Women’s Athlete Categories
a) Men’s and/or Women’s Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Exemplary traits on the field, with teammates, and in their community.
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Registered member of Softball BC.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
b) Indigenous Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Exemplary traits on the field, with teammates, and in their community.
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Must be of Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).
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Registered member of Softball BC.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
c) Men’s and/or Women’s Slo-Pitch Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Exemplary traits on the field, with teammates, and in their community.
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Registered member of Softball BC.
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
d) Masters Athlete of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
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Represented Softball BC with distinction in BC and/or Canadian competition.
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Must have an outstanding record with relevant records, titles, and stats.
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Registered member of Softball BC (as defined in Operating Rules).
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Cannot be a prior recipient of this award.
e) Athlete Resilience Award - Nomination Form Closed
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Demonstrated resilience, overcoming health issues or injury to return to softball.
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Registered member of Softball BC.
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May participate in Minor or Men’s/Women’s fastpitch or slo-pitch.
Team Category
a) Master Team of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
b) Men’s and/or Women’s Fastpitch Team of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
c) Men’s and/or Women’s Slo-Pitch Team of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
d) Minor Team of the Year - Nomination Form Closed
Association Category
a) Association of the Year - Small - Nomination Form Closed
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Association has 200 or fewer members.
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Developed innovative ways of developing athletes while focusing on grassroots.
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Built programs and/or events to support and showcase softball.
b) Association of the Year - Large - Nomination Form Closed
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Association has more than 200 members.
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Developed innovative ways of developing athletes while focusing on grassroots.
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Built programs and/or events to support and showcase softball.
a) Men’s and Women’s Service Awards - Nomination Form Closed
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Participant supporting a Men’s and/or Women’s league or community.
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Positive voice for the game for at least 10 years.
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Dedicated and active as a coach, mentor, trainer, or local sport organization executive.
b) Minor Service Awards - Nomination Form Closed
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Positive voice for the game for at least 10 years.
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Dedicated and active in the minor community as a coach, mentor, trainer, or local sport organization executive.
c) Umpire Service Award - Nomination Form Closed
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Continuous positive role model for officiating softball.
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Positive voice for the game for at least 10 years.
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Respects all involved in the game.
d) Softball BC Volunteer Service Award
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Not part of open nominations — tracked by Softball BC Staff.
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Recognizes Coordinators, PODCs, and UICs for years of service.
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Members receive pins for 5, 10, and 15 years of service.
e) Brian Joe Award - Sportsperson/Builder - Nomination Form Closed
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Awarded to a member with at least 10 years of excellent service (not necessarily consecutive).
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Must have served at Association, District, or Provincial level for at least 2 years.
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Must be a current BC resident during period of performance.
Zeone Andrijaszyn Volunteer of the Year
| Year | Recipient |
| 2024 | Joe Middleton |
| 2023 | Dallin Ziemer |
Unsung Hero
| Year | Recipient |
| 2024 | Sue Dawkins |
| 2023 | Benny Anthony |
Official of the Year
