The 2024/2025 NSW Touch Football Awards Night was a celebration of dedication, leadership, and excellence — recognising the incredible individuals, teams, and volunteers who make our game thrive across New South Wales.
Hosted by Tim Robinson, the night was all about community — coming together with friends, sharing laughs, and celebrating everything we love about our sport.
From grassroots volunteers to elite athletes, each award recipient represents the spirit and passion that defines our game.
2024/2025 AWARD WINNERS
Rod Wise Medal – Graham Goodwin (Taree TA)
Aileen May Medal – Nicholas Xylas (UNSW TA)
Administrator of the Year – Northern Eagles – Shelley Trisley (Macksville TA)
Administrator of the Year – Hunter Western Hornets – Monique Buckley (Singleton Junior TA)
Administrator of the Year – Sydney Scorpions – Katrina Mcillwraith (Hills TA)
Administrator of the Year – Sydney Mets – Andrew Denahy (Lower Blue Mountains TA)
Administrator of the Year – Southern Rebels – Tim Robinson (Wollongong TA)
Administrator of the Year – Southern Rebels – Emma Godfredson (Sapphire Coast TA)
Administrator of the Year – West South West Suns – Katie Francis (Coolamon TA)
Imagination Graphics Administrator of the Year – Katie Francis (Coolamon TA)
Affiliate of the Year – Northern Eagles – Coffs Harbour TA
Affiliate of the Year – Hunter Western Hornets – Maitland TA
Affiliate of the Year – Sydney Scorpions – Northern Suburbs TA
Affiliate of the Year – Sydney Mets – Lower Blue Mountains TA
Affiliate of the Year – Southern Rebels – Wollongong TA
Affiliate of the Year – West South West Suns – Wagga Wagga TA
NSW Touch Affiliate of the Year – Tier 1 – Maitland TA
NSW Touch Affiliate of the Year – Tier 2 – Canterbury TA
NSW Touch Affiliate of the Year – Tier 3 – Sapphire Coast TA
Affiliate Referee Director – Andrew Michelin (Sapphire Coast TA)
Affiliate Referee Director – Victor Baptista (Western Suburbs TA)
Youth Volunteer – Grace Powell (Central Coast TA)
Social Media Account of the Year – UNSW Instagram
Community Event of the Year – Dolly Dream (Lower Blue Mountains TA)
Selector of the Year – Jeff Lauretti (Southern Rebels)
Region of the Year – Sydney Mets
BLUES AWARDS
Natasha Gowland – The Rock & District TA
Oliver Karras – UNSW TA
Monique Muskens – UNSW TA
Malinda McLachlan – Singleton Junior TA
Monique Buckley – Singleton Junior TA
Kim Smith – Western Suburbs TA
Kym Wardrobe – Taren Point TA
Kristie Stubbs – Taren Point TA
Amy Alagna – Sydney Scorpions TA
Todd Bolton – Sapphire Coast TA
Megan Walker – Central Coast TA
Tania White – Sapphire Coast TA
Jessica Kidd – Berkeley Vale TA
Will Dowe – Gunnedah TA
Paul Brady – Gunnedah TA
Ben Ussher – Walcha TA
Sonia Ussher – Walcha TA
Steven Hepburn – Hunter Western Hornets TA
Kellie Goman – Leeton TA
Corrine Henville – Eastern Suburbs TA
Mathew Henville – Eastern Suburbs TA
Kimberley Grant – Central Coast TA
Darren Reynoldson – Wagga Wagga TA
Sean Bremer – Wagga Wagga TA
Matt Truman – Bankstown TA
Lauren McDonald – Penrith TA
Sharon McDonald – Penrith TA
Tracey Coe – Berry TA
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS
Jenny Morgan – Evans Head TA
Simon Farrugia – Wollongong TA
Graham Meally – Central Coast TA
Billy Butler – Taren Point TA
Ian Marston – The Rock & District TA
Raymond Kessey – NSWTA Referee
Tivoli Endemann – Eastern Suburbs TA
PERFORMANCE AWARDS
Dylan Hennessey Medal (Men’s Player of the Year): Chris Lennon – Central Coast TA
Louise Winchester Medal (Women’s Player of the Year): Isabella Slattery – Eastern Suburbs TA
Inferno Junior Male Player: Logan Toohey – Taren Point/Sharks TA
Inferno Junior Female Player: Alice Mitchell – Nelson Bay TA
Inferno Senior Male Player: Les Smith – Beresfield TA
Inferno Senior Female Player: Kylie Stewart – Taren Point/Sharks TA
Boland Medal: Nick Good
Smith Medal: Isabella Slattery
COACHINGAWARDS
Tony Trad Medal (Coach of the Year): Peter Forrester – Canterbury TA
Junior Coach of the Year: Craig Lowe – Manly Warringah TA
Senior Coach of the Year: Natalie Little – Wallsend TA
TEAM AWARDS
Struddys Team of the Year: NSW State of Origin Women’s Open
Struddys Junior Team of the Year: Sydney Scorpions Boys 18’s
Struddys Senior Team of the Year: NSW State of Origin Women’s 40’s
HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
Louise Winchester
A true icon of the sport, Louise Winchester joins the NSW Touch Football Hall of Fame. A four-time Smith Medalist, Louise has represented NSW 24 times, Australia 65 times, and led teams with unmatched vision, skill, and passion.
Congratulations to all our 2024/2025 winners and nominees. Your dedication, teamwork, and love for the game continue to inspire and grow Touch Football across New South Wales.
LIFE MEMBER INDUCTION
Mary Watchman
This year, Mary Watchman was proudly inducted as a Life Member of NSW Touch Football. Mary’s contribution to the sport spans decades — from her years of service on and off the field, to her commitment to supporting players, referees, and administrators across countless events.
Her warmth, integrity, and tireless effort have earned her the respect of everyone in the Touch community.
Mary’s legacy is one of leadership, friendship, and an unwavering love for the game — making her a truly deserving Life Member.
