The ADBA Sports Awards
Established in 2014 every year the Auckland Dragon Boat Association (ADBA) members and committee takes time to recognise the epic drive and passion of our outstanding coaches, captains, team managers and volunteers.
Members of the ADBA are invited to submit nominations at the end of the season describing the outstanding attributes of a ADBA coach, manager and/or captain for the annual award.
Each nomination is reviewed by a select panel who form a short list which is reviewed by merit and voted on. The winners of each category are announced middle of May each year. See our Wall of Fame for the past recepients.
The Categories
The following categories are ADBA member nominated:
- Coach of the Year
- Sweep of the Year
- Captain of the Year
- Team Manager of the Year
The following categories are ADBA committee nominated:
- Volunteer of the Year
- Novice Sweep of the Year
- Novice Coach of the Year
- Chairman's Award
- Most Improved Team is based on team "final" times 2020 vs 2021
The Criteria
Coach of the Year
Sweep of the Year
Excellent technical knowledge & execution
Excellent sportsmanship
Calm in all situations
Reliability
Excellent communication skills
Working within the team's skills and capabilities
Team Manager
Team Captain
Excellent motivator
Excellent communication
Fellowship
Leadership
Knowing your team
Excellent sportsmanship
Novice Coach (added in 2018)
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