The FA remains committed to driving up standards of behaviour in football.
However it is important to remember that the Respect initiative is not just about poor practice and the Respect awards allow us to celebrate those leagues, clubs and individuals that have taken a proactive approach to establishing high standards of Fair Play and behaviour.
Who are these Awards For?
There are a number of different categories of award to reflect the diversity of the English Game.
Leagues, Club, Grassroots organisations, educational establishments or individuals can nominate themselves or others for an FA Respect Award.
Award Categories:
- Professional Game Fair Play Award
- National League System League (Steps 1-4)
- National League System League (Steps 5-7)
- National League System Club (Steps 1-4)
- National League System Club (Steps 5-7)
- Women’s Pyramid of Football - League
- Women’s Pyramid of Football – Club
- Grassroots Adult League
- Grassroots Youth League or organisation
- Grassroots Club
- Educational Establishment – School, College or University
- Respect Individual Award – available to anyone in football that by their conduct provides an example of the way in which the game should be played or administered.
Application Process:
Please download and complete the application form from the related documents section, trying to fill in as much detail possible. If you are nominating someone else don’t worry if you haven’t got all of their details. The closing date for applications is the 1st April 2011.
Assessment Process:
FA staff will assess the application and where appropriate seek the endorsement of the local CFA, league or club. A shortlist for each category will be produced to be judged by an invited panel of football experts from all levels of the game.
Prizes:
Winners of each category will be awarded a Respect trophy and a cash prize. The winners will be presented with their awards at the 2011 FA Cup Final.