The “Soccer Heroes” Volunteer Award has been offered since 2015. The DFB’s call for nominations is specifically aimed at young and talented volunteers aged 18 to 30 from the youth divisions of amateur clubs.
The “Soccer Heroes” award specifically targets children’s and youth coaches, youth leaders, and referees. Similar to the traditional DFB Volunteer Award, regional winners are recognized nationwide, ensuring that 257 young, talented “Soccer Heroes” receive recognition each year. With the help of the DFB’s partner in the area of recognition culture, KOMM MIT, the DFB is able to offer a prestigious award.
Each winner receives an invitation to a five-day “soccer educational trip” to Spain. During this trip, experienced instructors provide the “Soccer Heroes” with theoretical and practical knowledge specifically tailored to their respective roles within the club. Participation is recognized as continuing education for license renewal for all holders of a Coach C or B license, as well as a Club Manager C license. Children’s and youth coaches without a license also have the opportunity to earn the Children’s Coach or Youth Coach certificate. This added value benefits not only the award winners but also their clubs, which gain more highly qualified volunteers. In addition, a varied supporting program featuring various optional activities, high-caliber guest speakers, and, of course, the opportunity for leisure time rounds out the program.
All information and the application form can be found at the following link:
