BCSS Citation of Excellence

Coach

Recognizing an outstanding coach and their distinguished contributions to their sport and athletes. The recipient of this award guides student-athletes to success through the philosophy of fair play and sportsmanship for a sustained period, while displaying values consistent with BCSS and school sport.

Criteria

  • Currently coaching at a BCSS Member School or no more than 2 years removed from last coaching position
  • May be a educator, school district employee or community coach, although consideration will be given to longevity of service

Official

Recognizing an outstanding individual and their distinguished contributions to the officiating of school sport. The recipient of this award has demonstrated outstanding commitment to school sport, being recognized as a quality official, while displaying the values of BCSS and fair play.

Criteria

  • Must be, or have been active in an official’s association with a constant presence at school games and BCSS championships
  • Has contributed to the development of officials

Administrator

Recognizing the invaluable contributions from an administrator to school sport. The recipient has shown demonstrable leadership and sustainable support to athletic programs, athletic directors and coaches while contributing to the promotion and enhancement of athletic programs and the student-athlete experience at the school and/or district level.  

Criteria

  • Must be, or have been an administrator at a BCSS member school or at a BC school district

Athletic Director

Recognizing an outstanding individual for excellence as an athletic director and the hard work and dedication shown to improve the student-athlete experience, enhance the school’s athletic program, and build the school community at large. The Athletic Director leads by example and consistently demonstrates the values of their school and BC School Sports while finding new creative ways to support their coaches and student-athletes. 

Criteria

  • Must be an Athletic Director at a BCSS member school or no more than 2 years removed from last serving in that role

  • Consideration will be given to longevity and impact in the role

 

To view the full Awards document and instructions on how to submit a nomination please view the document below.

PDF icon 2025 Awards Booklet.pdf

 

2023-2024 Winners

Coach

Al Carmichael - Oak Bay Secondary

Rob Gunning - Penticton Secondary

Adele Renzullo - St. Patrick Regional Secondary

Shon Ryan - Claremont Secondary

 

Official

Wayne Steele - Football

John Mill - Basketball 

 

Administrator

Mike Finch - Sentinel Secondary

 

Athletic Director

Rhonda Trunkfield - Terry Fox Secondary

Corey Yamaoka - South Kamloops Secondary