Nathan Butler – President of Blue Lake Soccer Club – was the 2024 Community Sports Dad of the Year. Recognised for his tireless commitment to coaching, refereeing, and keeping the club running.
Australians are being called upon to nominate local dads making a difference in grassroots sport for the annual Community Sports Dad of the Year, thanks to Philips Water – a national initiative now in its twelfth year, celebrating the unsung heroes who go above and beyond to support their local sporting teams.
With nominations now open until 27 August via www.sportsdads.com.au/community, the prestigious award shines a spotlight on the dads doing it all – from coaching and refereeing to fundraising, carpooling, and cheering from the sidelines. It’s a chance to honour their dedication in time for Father’s Day on Sunday, 7 September 2025.
The winner will receive a Philips Reverse Osmosis purification water station valued at $1,299 RRP, along with a $5,000 Rebel Sports voucher to purchase new clothing or sporting equipment for their chosen community sports club. And in recognition of their efforts to nominate a local legend, the person who submits the winning entry will also receive a Philips Multigroom 7000 grooming kit, valued at $229.00 RRP.
Paul Masluk, founder of the Community Sports Dad of the Year Award, said the initiative was created to recognise the everyday dads who keep grassroots sport alive.
“Every year we’re blown away by the stories of dads who give so much of their time and energy to their local clubs. These are the people who quietly keep grassroots sport running – not for recognition, but because they care. This award is about shining a light on those efforts and saying thank you in a meaningful way.”
Whether it is a dad who is always first to arrive at training or quietly keeps the club running behind the scenes, now is the time to say thank you. Nominations are closing soon. Enter at www.sportsdads.com.au/community.