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Written by: Joe
We are delighted to announce the Lewes FC Values Awards are back for another year!
The awards are designed to recognise a player, staff member, volunteer, director, fan, owner or anyone else closely connected to our club community, who have gone above and beyond over the last 12 months.
These awards do not replace the traditional awards issued to players at the end of the season.
We are asking anyone from the Lewes FC community to send us nominations via this form for people you think deserve to be recognised in the 2025 Lewes FC Values awards.
Deadline for sending your vote: March 31, Midnight.
All you have to do is share your nomination’s:
- • Name
- • The award you’d like to nominate them for
- • A short reason why they deserve it
Our Awards Committee is comprised of
- • A fan
- • A Lewes FC player
- • A Lewes FC staff member
- • A Lewes FC director
- • Chair of our Supporters’ Club
- • A Lewes Football Foundation director
- • A panel facilitator
This panel will create a shortlist to be put out to a public vote.
We expect to announce the winners at the end of our last home game of the season on 27 April vs MK Dons.
Award Categories
Ambition: For those who have realised success or created impact through meeting challenging goals.
Example: A player who performs above expectations on the pitch. An owner who suggests and helps deliver an idea that moves the club forward. Last year Grace Jones, our young photographer, won the Ambition Award for her amazing work for Lewes FC Women. Without her, our female players wouldn’t get anywhere near the visibility they currently do. Grace went above and beyond for the team in the 2023/24, and has a bright future ahead of her.
Bravery: For those who have shown mental or moral strength to take on a difficult challenge.
Example: A director taking on a new role without any prior experience. A volunteer coach using their own platform to support the future of youth football and its purpose. Last year Kerri Coombs, our pathway lead, won the bravery award for stepping up and leading the first team near the start of the 2023/24 season when Scott Booth was unable to be there for personal reasons. She demonstrated all the club’s values all in one go but especially bravery when it was so last minute and a crucial stage of the season.
Community: For those who have contributed to the wider Lewes FC community.
Example: A staff member who volunteers their time at the club or with an associated charity or community team. Last year Richard Horton won the community award for his outstanding work with Lewes Juniors U9 Girls. He quickly did the FA training courses to be a coach and grew the number of girls taking part in training from just six to 17.
Dedication: For those who have been focused and persistent in committing to a task or role.
Example: A volunteer, fan, or staff member who gives up their time and energy every week, making a significant difference to club and/or community operations through their work. Last year Shrey Nilvarna, our community and fan engagement manager, won the dedication award for covering practically every role at Lewes FC bar lacing up his boots and playing for the Men’s first team. Whilst he originally covered roles for the short term he ended up doing them for a large part of the season, even when his own plate was full and he had his own job to deliver.
Equality and Empowerment: For those who have worked hard and delivered success in championing club principles around equality.
Example: A member of staff who runs impactful workshops for players or staff. A fan who calls out inappropriate behaviour at a game. Someone within out community who promotes equality and diversity. Last year Karen Dobres won the equality and empowerment award for her tireless efforts around equality in football. Karen was able to network and spread our message like no one else, drawing people in and including everyone in Lewes FC.