
Annual Awards
Masa Tanabe "MVP"
最優秀選手
The recipient of this award is recognised as the club's "most valuable player". With significant achievements in shiai, personal growth, club contribution, and overall success.
Volunteer of the year
This trophy recognises the substantial efforts from the volunteers that help pull the strings from behind the scenes. Without our volunteers, there would be no club.
Player's player
The recipient of this award is recognised by their peers for their contributions to the club, their efforts, growth, and support to others.
This is the newest award as part of our annual awards night.
Kevin Murphy "Veteran player of the year"
Name-saken by UQJC life member Kevin Murphy, this trophy celebrates the depth of veteran/masters judoka that we have at the club. These people are often the 'forgotten ones', but at UQJC, we celebrate this cohort's achievements every year.
Zel Goldman "Spirit of Judo"
魂
Name-saken by UQ life member Zel Goldman, the recipient of this award demonstrates the key philosophies of the spirit of Judo and the attributes of judoka that acknowledge the spiritual journey and growth in their time spend on the mat.
Phillip Brain "Most Improved"
改善
Name-saken by life member Phillip Brain, this trophy recognises the growth shown in skill and appreciation of the study of Judo over the year. This award is awarded to members who embody the concept of 'kaizen'.
Award recipient history





