The FA & McDonald's Grassroots Football Awards

Kent's 2020 Grassroots Football Award Winners Announced

Kent FA delighted to announce the grassroots heroes that have been presented with The FA and McDonald's Grassroots Football Awards for 2020.

KENT FA IS DELIGHTED TO REVEAL THE WINNERS OF THE FA & McDONALD's GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL AWARDS 2020

Every year, we celebrate those people who make a positive difference to our football community. It’s our way of celebrating the fantastic individuals who put their heart and soul into the grassroots game across Kent – and say a huge thank you to the incredible volunteers who inspire us all. 

Unfortunately, due to the coronavirus pandemic, we are unable to celebrate our wonderful winners in the usual way. However, it is more important than ever to recognise and thank them for their hard work and dedication in a challenging time. So, join us in saying a huge congratulations to our 2020 winners!



Grassroots Coach of the Year - Youth
Steve Owen

Grassroots Coach of the Year - Adults
Toni Golden

Grassroots Club of the Year
Sands United Kent

Grassroots League of the Year
Maidstone and Mid Kent Sunday Football League

Volunteer of the Year

Chris Tucker

Rising Star of the Year
James Harrison

Grounds Team of the Year
Paul Wade*



Paul also won the national grassroots award for Grounds Team of the Year. Listen to Paul’s story above.

Grassroots Project of the Year
Chatham Town FC – COVID-19 Response

We Only Do Positive Parents Respect Award
Kevin Crew 

Match Official of the Year
Freya McKenzie

Thank you to our panel members for their time in selecting the winners – and also to everyone who submitted a nomination earlier in the year. 

Everything you do for the game is truly appreciated by us all at Kent FA.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR 2021'S FA & MCDONALD'S GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL AWARDS