Marking the completion of the 2023 season, Rugby Victoria's night of nights returned to the Bells Hotel to celebrate the outstanding achievements of players, coaches, clubs, referees and volunteers that make our game possible.
Following a memorable season which saw a number of teams reach new heights, the Victorian rugby community came together to celebrate the achievements of all across the year that was.
A guest panel featuring Melbourne Rebels Attack Coach Tim Sampson and Melbourne Rebels Super W Head Coach Jason Rogers were in attendance, providing insights into their respective Super Rugby seasons and recognising the continued growth of rugby in Victoria.
Rugby Victoria would like to congratulate all players, clubs, coaches, volunteers and referees on their achievements in 2023.
For photography albums of all 2023 Rugby Victoria Awards recipients, head to Rugby Victoria's social media channels!
Player of the Year - Andrew Feeney, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Tom Lennard, 152 Points, Melbourne University Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Mataiasi Nairavu, 17 Tries, Footscray Rugby Club.
Alana Thomas Medal (Lindroth Cup Player of the Year) - Teuila Pritchard, Endeavour Hills Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Harmony Vatau-Tuai, 77 Points, Endeavour Hills Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Iron Talia, 10 Tries, Endeavour Hills Rugby Club.
Player of the Year - Samuela Waqarerevaki, Shepparton Rugbg Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Wayne Filoi, 144 Points, Shepparton Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Danny Patea, 14 Tries, Shepparton Rugby Club.
Player of the Year - Taami Proctor, Geelong Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Eliah James, 151 Points, Eltham Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Ratu Naibuka Malu, 28 Tries, Geelong Rugby Club.
Player of the Year - Lachlan Peel, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Lachlan Peel, 76 Points, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Kobi Heurea, 8 Tries, Endeavour Hills Rugby Club.
Player of the Year - Laki Aiulu, Melton Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Vaisaulu Pinati, 89 Points, Melton Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Vaisaulu Pinati, 13 Tries, Melton Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Darcy Peel, 147 Points, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Tino Lavea, 27 Tries, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Points Scorer - Odran Fernandez, 152 Points, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Leading Individual Try Scorer - Peni Katonivere, 12 Tries, Melbourne University Rugby Club.
Volunteer of the Year - Nathan Maiava, Melton Rugby Club.
Emerging Junior Club of the Year - Melton Rugby Club.
Senior Coach of the Year - Chris Allen, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Junior Coach of the Year - Elliot Hunt, Melton Rugby Club.
Emerging Coach of the Year - Angus Arundel, Harlequin Rugby Club.
Senior Administrator of the Year - Mellisa Silaga, Shepparton Rugby Club.
Junior Coordinator of the Year - Tor Hansen, Eltham Rugby Club.
Dewar Shield Coaches Award for Best Referee - Oli Kellet, VRRA.
Most Outstanding Rugby School Ambassador - Aiden Ryan, Haileybury.
Most Outstanding Rugby Academy School Ambassador - Erin Louden, Hampton Park Secondary College.
Wheelchair Rugby Club of the Year - Power House Rugby Club.
Wheelchair Rugby Sportsperson of the Year - Antonio Vecchio.
