CELEBRATING THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL GREAT FOR ALL

The nomination window for this year’s FA and McDonald’s Grassroots Football Awards is now OPEN!

It's been an unprecedented time for everybody across the country, with many understandably disappointed that the grassroots season was ended so abruptly. However, in the wake of the current situation, our grassroots community continues to stick together and we want to highlight the amazing people involved in our game locally.

The FA and McDonald’s Grassroots Football Awards are for people who make a positive difference. It’s our way to celebrate the fantastic individuals who put their heart and soul into the grassroots game across England – and say a huge thank you to the incredible volunteers who inspire us all. 

These volunteers have weathered the storm this season. With the floods and now the coronavirus pandemic, it’s more important than ever to recognise and thank them for their hard work and dedication in a challenging time. 

The awards recognise and reward the people, clubs and leagues that deliver grassroots football throughout the country. Awards are split into categories, and County FAs select a local winner for each. These form a shortlist for The FA’s national winners, selected by a national judging panel. 

CATEGORIES

Grassroots Coach of the Year for Youth 

Grassroots Coach of the Year for Adults 

Grassroots Club of the Year 

Grassroots League of the Year 

Grassroots Volunteer of the Year 

Rising Star of the Year 

Grassroots Grounds Team of the Year 

Grassroots Project of the Year 

'We Only Do Positive’ - Parents Respect Award 

Grassroots Match Official of the Year

All nominations will be judged with The FA’s PRIDE values in mind. These values and ways of behaving are what we all strive towards in grassroots football.

Progressive - always looking to improve and innovate 
Respectful - leading by example to inspire positive behaviour 
Inclusive - uniting all people of any age, ethnicity and background 
Determined - rising to and overcoming challenges 
Excellent - striving to make football the best it can be

HOW TO NOMINATE 

To submit your nomination for any of the categories listed above, please follow the link below.

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE