Umpire Distinction Award
"Karen Hopper Umpire Award" > for outstanding contribution to umpiring at BNA
in memory of Karen Hopper, former A grade umpire, mother of Meg (our Umpire Development Officer), co-founder of our Umpire Development Program
Criteria:
- Significant contribution to umpiring at BNA
- Presents herself / himself as a positive role model to others within the Association
- Shows respect to players, fellow umpires, coaches and spectators
- Demonstrates good sportsmanship
- Demonstrates a willingness and keenness to further develop umpiring skills
- Contributes to the bgetterment of Umpire development eg) participation in the Umpire Mentor Program
- Displays consistency, reliability, loyalty and commitment to all facets of umpiring and the Boroondara Netball Association
- Has current and official accreditation with Netball Victoria
| YEAR | AWARDED TO.......... |
| 2025 | Dorothy Close |
| 2024 | Mia Graham |
| 2023 | Caitlin Warren |
| 2022 | Lynne Ashlin |
| 2015 | Megan Savell, Briannah McKernan |
| 2016 | Chloe Landy |
| 2017 | Bill Reid |
| 2018 | Georgia Ward (picture right) |
| 2019 | Rachael Furness |
| 2020 / 2021 | No awards due to Covid |
