Finalists will be recognized and winners will be announced at the #VMEA Awards on Wednesday April 27 at the Costello Sports Complex, University of Southern Maine, Gorham. Ticketing and event details to come.
Please complete the form below. Each nomination requires a 500-word description. Submissions are due by March 17.
The comeback kids
What was the most fabulous finish? Tell us about a game in the past year in which a team rallied to win against improbable odds.
The wow factor
It’s not easy juggling school, sports and life. This athlete has overcome hardship or adversity while maintaining a commitment to his or her team.
The loudest and proudest
Talk about school pride: We’re looking for one with the most enthusiastic fans – for both home and away events.
The unsung hero
Not every kid is a star. Tell us about one whose behind-the-scenes contributions to a team have far greater value than what’s in the box score.
The coach of the year
The best coaches can’t be measured by victories alone. Which one has made the biggest impact on students while forging a winning tradition?
The leap year
Didn’t see this one coming: Tell us about an athlete who made a significant leap in performance this year from last.
The clutch player
Who do you turn to down the stretch? This athlete is apt to come through when a big play is needed most.
The role model
Every team has one: We’re looking for a senior who goes above and beyond to help younger team members succeed.
The critical assist
Tell us about a fan, parent, volunteer – or perhaps even a bus driver – whose contributions are indispensable to a team.
The school that rules
How does your school stack up? We’re looking for one that has combined sportsmanship with success in the standings over the past year.
Submit your nominee
Please describe the individual or group you are nominating in no more than 500 words. Be sure to include a basic explanation of the nominee’s role as it relates to the category you are nominating for. The strongest nominations will quantify that impact (i.e. Stories about how they inspired others, examples of their dedication, etc.) Please provide links to any websites, data or documents that could help us understand the significance of the impact they have made.
Note: Groups and individuals may nominate themselves
Note: Groups and individuals may nominate themselves
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