The 37th edition of Surf Sport Manual defines a team as an event that is contested by more than one competitor from the same club or lifesaving unit who may either complete an event or race together as a discrete unit (e.g., boat race, IRB race, surf teams, R&R etc.) or separately (e.g., relay events, board rescue etc.). 

Clubs can nominate up to two (2) candidates for this award.

Guidelines for submission
Applicants are required to complete and submit an online nomination form by 3rd June 2025. No nominations will be accepted via email or post.

Nominations are to include a digital profile image of the nominee (for individual awards) or logo (for group/team awards). Please ensure all nominee photographs are from the shoulders up and of a high-resolution quality.

Paid employees at any level may apply for the awards listed. However, paid service will only be counted if applying for the Lifeguard of the Year or Coach of the Year awards. All other awards recognise voluntary contributions only. Unless otherwise specified, these awards are in recognition of individual achievements, team submissions will not be considered.

Selection Process
Finalists from this award will be determined by a volunteer selection panel and will involve a review of applications.

Attendance at Presentation Evening
All nominees are expected to attend the Awards of Excellence presentation evening which will be held on Friday 28th June at Dee Why RSL starting at 7pm