Youth Athlete of the Year
An athlete aged 15 or older who has achieved sporting excellence in Open Aged Competition.
A youth aged competitor (i.e. aged 15 to 18 years as at 30 September in a 2024/25 season) may be nominated for both the Athlete of the Year and Youth Athlete of the Year. However, only results achieved in Open Age Events and Open Age Team representation are considered for Athlete of the Year Award.
How to nominate for the above award:
Complete the online nomination form here and answer the questions listed below (with each answer no more than 400 words).
- List the competition results achieved by the Youth Athlete in the 24/25 season at championship carnivals or major surf sports events?
- Has the Youth Athlete competed in any representative teams (including international competition, if relevant) during the 24/25 season? If so, please list the team and how they contributed to the success of the team?
- In the 24/25 season how is the youth athlete a positive role model, a good sportsperson and/or an ambassador for Surf Life Saving? Do they contribute to broader lifesaving
