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Running the season

Coach Succession & Awards

Succession planning, handover packs, and the awards every age group presents.

Club Operations · Handbook page 44


Coach Succession: every age group should:

  • Maintain a Deputy Lead Coach
  • Build a volunteer pipeline & recruit future coaches
  • Maintain a handover pack

Every outgoing Lead Coach should complete the Coach Handover Template (Appendix I) and meet their successor where practical.

Awards: every age group presents

  • Player of the Year: greatest overall contribution through performance, attitude, commitment & values
  • Most Improved Player: greatest development across the season
  • Commitment Award: attendance, effort, reliability & positivity

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Optional: Players' Player, Coaches' Award, Team Person Award. No incoming coach should start from scratch.

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