Of the Year Awards

The ‘Of the Year’ Awards presented by the Kentucky Youth Soccer Association stand as a prestigious annual cerebration that honors individuals, clubs, and organizations whose exceptional dedication, passion, and contributions have made an indelible mark on the soccer landscape of the Commonwealth. The distinguished Awards Luncheon in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting, is a testament to celebrating the tireless efforts and remarkable achievements that shape the growth and vitality of soccer in Kentucky. Through the ‘Of the Year’ Awards, Kentucky Youth Soccer pays tribute to those who embody the spirit of excellence, sportsmanship, and community engagement, serving as role models and inspirations for all those who cherish the game.

Kentucky Youth Soccer is honored to present the following ‘Of the Year’ Awards:

Girls Competitive Coach of the Year*
Boys Competitive Coach of the Year*
Girls Recreation Coach of the Year*
Boys Recreation Coach of the Year*
Female Athlete of the Year*
Male Athlete of the Year*
Goal of the Year
Save of the Year
Photo of the Year
Young Female Referee of the Year*
Young Male Referee of the Year*
TOPSoccer Coach of the Year*
TOPSoccer Buddy of the Year*
Volunteer of the Year*
Administrator of the Year*

*These state award winners are nominated for the USYS National ‘Of the Year’ Awards.

2026 Dates & Locations

‘Of the Year’ Awards Luncheon

August 2026 • Location: Marriott Griffin Gate Hotel

DETAILS COMING SOON

‘Of the Year’ Award Luncheon to follow the Annual General Meeting.

Nomination Form

Goal of the Year Nomination Form

Please fill out the online nomination form for Goal of the Year in its entirety to ensure your nomination is considered. Requirements and eligibility are listed within the form.

Goal of the Year Nomination

Save of the Year Nomination Form

Please fill out the online nomination form for Save of the Year in its entirety to ensure your nomination is considered. Requirements and eligibility are listed within the form.

Save of the Year Nomination

Photo of the Year Nomination Form

Please fill out the online nomination form for Photo of the Year in its entirety to ensure your nomination is considered. Requirements and eligibility are listed within the form.

photo of the Year Nomination

Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form

Please use the below form to nominate a volunteer for extraordinary accomplishments in the KY soccer community.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION FORM

Administrator of the Year Nomination Form

Please use the below form to nominate an administrator for extraordinary accomplishments in the KY soccer community.

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR NOMINATION FORM

Player of the Year Nomination Form

Nominate a female and/or male for player of the year for the 2025-2026 season.

To nominate a female player, please use this form:

FEMALE PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION FORM

To nominate a male player, please use this form:

MALE PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINATION FORM

Recreational Coach of the Year Nomination Form

Nominate a recreational coach who has shown extraordinary accomplishments in the 2025-2026 seasonal year.

To nominate a Coach who coaches a Girls recreational team, please use this form:

GIRLS RECREATION COACH OTY NOMINATION FORM

To nominate a Coach who coaches a Boys/Coed recreational team, please use this form:

BOYS RECREATION COACH OTY NOMINATION FORM

Competitive (Select) Coach of the Year Nomination Form

Nominate a select coach who has shown extraordinary accomplishments in the 2025-2026 seasonal year.

To nominate a Coach who coaches a Girls select team, please use this form:

GIRLS COMPETITIVE COACH OTY NOMINATION FORM

To nominate a Coach who coaches a Boys select team, please use this form:

BOYS COMPETITIVE COACH OTY NOMINATION FORM

TOPSoccer Coach & Buddy of the Year Nomination Forms

Nominate a TOPSoccer Coach and/or Buddy for extraordinary accomplishments in carrying out the US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer program and its events and activities.

To nominate a TOPSoccer Coach, please use this form:

TOPSoccer coach OTY NOMINATION FORM

To nominate a TOPSoccer Buddy, please use this form:

Topsoccer buddy OTY NOMINATION FORM

Young Referee of the Year Nomination Forms

Nominate a Young Referee who has shown extraordinary accomplishments as a federation referee during the 2025-26 seasonal year.

To nominate a Young Female Referee of the Year, please use this form:

YOUNG FEMALE REFEREE OTY NOMINATION FORM

To nominate a Young Male Referee of the Year, please use this form:

YOUNG MALE REFEREE OTY NOMINATION FORM