Team of the Year
2024 Community Winner - Netball Wellington Centre U18 Rep Team
2024 Performace Winner - Wellington Phoenix A-League Men’s Team
The U18 Netball Wellington Centre Team had an exceptional 2023/2024 season, finishing unbeaten with a record of 24 wins from 24 games. Their success was not only a testament to their skill and dedication but also to their strong community spirit. The team’s commitment extended beyond the court, balancing intensive training with school and regional league commitments. Their victory at the Netball New Zealand
U18 National Champs, where they clinched the Margaret Forsyth Cup, highlighted their dedication and unity. The team's journey inspired many in the community, showcasing their passion and dedication to the sport.
The Wellington Phoenix Men’s Team had an exceptional season, marking their most successful campaign to date. They finished the A-League season in second place, setting a club record for both position and points. Despite being considered underdogs due to a young squad and a first-time head coach, the team excelled, driven by Wellington's academy players and rejuvenated veterans. Their
remarkable performance captured the hearts of Wellingtonians, culminating in a club-record 33,298 fans attending the home semi-final. The season saw record-breaking attendance and the team’s best-ever performance in the league.
This award recognises two outstanding teams or two or more people, one on a community-based level and one on a performance-based level. Achievements by nominees will only be considered if they have occurred during the qualifying period of 1 April 2023 to 1 April 2024.
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Clubs/franchises with volunteers, paid staff, amateurs and professionals are eligible for this award
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Clubs/franchises will not have represented another province outside the Greater Wellington Region during the qualifying period
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The nominee or nominees during the qualifying period must be a member of and have competed for a local or regional sporting team e.g. club team, school team, representative team or franchise that is aligned to or part of the wider Wellington Region
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Performance level is considered to have partaken in a national or international level competition
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Community level is considered to have participated in a local, regional level (as an amateur), competitively or socially. It can be within a registered club or an unofficial sports group or team
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Judges will take into account involvement and commitment to the sport on and off the field. Any relevant examples of the team going above and beyond within their sport will be considered