Each year the Blackburn Ladies Softball League likes to honour members of our softball community who have contributed to the softball season, and recognize them with an award at the Year-End Banquet.

 

Grahame Bailey Most Improved Player Award

 

Grahame Bailey was an umpire who officiated many games over the years.  In 1998, he suggested this award as he was always amazed by the progress some women made during a season. He wanted to recognize the ability of our league to welcome everyone no matter what their experience or ability.  The recipients of this award showed the most improvement over the duration of the season and the willingness to learn and grow as a player.  This recipient is nominated by their peers.

 

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Rick Sheasgreen Most Valuable Player Award

 

Rick Sheasgreen was the father of a BLSL player, and he regularly attended games.  Through his presence at games, he provided guidance and direction for many players, becoming a informal coach and leader.  First awarded in 2000, the Rick Sheasgreen Most Valuable Player Award is given to the players who contributed to the game in many ways. These players consistently performed well throughout the season, demonstrated leadership qualities, and a positive attitude towards the league and players.  This recipient in nominated by their peers.

 

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Buela Matheson Most Sportsmanlike Player Award

 

Buela Matheson was a player in the league, who was always encouraging her teammates.  As the first recipient of the most sportsmanlike award, the trophy was named after her.  This award is given to the player that demonstrates the ability to play while maintaining respect for the game and the umpires, while also being enthusiastic, supportive and encouraging to players on every team.  This recipient is nominated by their peers.

 

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Candis Emery Volunteer Award

 

Candis Emery was a BLSL player who loved bringing people together. She organized social events to create opportunities for BLSL players to get to know one another, and encouraged giving back to the league.  As the first recipient of the volunteer of the year award in 2008, this trophy was named after her.  The Candis Emery Volunteer Award is given to the member who is always there to volunteer, spare, or help out the league in any way.  This recipient is selected by the BLSL Executive Team.

 

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John A. Cameron Most Exemplary Award

 

John Cameron was a member of the Blackburn community who came to games every night for years, even when he didn’t have any connection to the league. He came to watch because it was an enjoyable place to be. The recipient of this award embodies the character and spirit of our league - she is excited to be at the diamond, helps out everywhere she can and is just an awesome person to be around.   First honoured in 2015, the recipient of this award is selected by the BLSL Executive Team.

 

Click here to see the past recipients of the John A. Cameron Most Exemplary Award