Manly Vale FC crest and award presentation photo. Football NSW Community Club of the Year 2026, runner-up. Thank you, Vale volunteers.

Community Club of the Year recognition for the Vale

Manly Vale FC has been recognised in Football NSW’s 2026 Community Club of the Year awards. It’s a proud moment in our 75th season and a tribute to everyone who makes football at the Vale possible.

The club was named runner-up at the Football NSW State Dinner on Saturday 24 October at The Brighton Hotel, Brighton-Le-Sands. Roy Sider received the award on behalf of Manly Vale FC, accompanied by his wife Angela and Lee-Anne Sestanovich.

The award celebrates clubs that grow the game while keeping inclusion and community at their heart. Congratulations to this year’s winner, Bundanoon Rebels.

Roy Sider (centre) holding Manly Vale FC’s award, with his wife Angela on the left and Lee-Anne Sestanovich on the right.
Roy Sider (centre), with his wife Angela (left) and Lee-Anne Sestanovich (right), at the Football NSW State Dinner.

Thank you, Vale volunteers

This recognition belongs to our coaches, managers, committee members and volunteers, and to the players and families who turn up every week. Whether you give your time on the pitch or help behind the scenes, you make the Vale a club people are proud to be part of. Thank you.

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