The Richard Newman Award

The Richard G. Newman Shield was inaugurated in 2010 and recognises one 12 & Under Team, which extols the virtues of sportsmanship, outstanding ambassadorial aptitudes and commitment which Richard upheld throughout his long association with the School Sport Australia Australian Football 12 & Under Championship. The Shield is named in honour of Richard Newman, a SSA Service & Honour Award recipient and former Manager & Coach of SAPSASA for 17 years.