Nominees for the Coach of the Year Award will: Have displayed competency, sportsmanship through sharing expertise and mentoring coaches and athletes, in a professional and welcoming attitude with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Be a current accredited Coach • Have over the last 12 months: Contributed in a voluntary capacity at: Club (and/or) Association (and/or) State level In areas such as: Club development : Offered innovative coaching services to current and new members, junior bowlers and athletes with a disability.