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🟠 MVP & Fair Play Player of the Game

Reward effort, respect and character — not just points.

Every game has a winner.
But every game is also full of players who deserve more than just a handshake.
MVP & Fair Play Player of the Game is a simple initiative that motivates young players by recognising effort, attitude and sportsmanship.

For U10 and U12 teams.
Free.
Easy to implement.
With real impact.

Why do coaches join?

Because this initiative:

  • strengthens players' motivation and self-confidence
  • encourages respect towards opponents and referees
  • improves team spirit and positive sports culture
  • increases positive involvement from parents
  • requires almost no extra time or organisation

Many coaches say that this kind of recognition has a real and lasting impact on behaviour and atmosphere within the team.

How does it work?

After each game, three medals are awarded:

🏅 2x MVP of the Game
chosen by the coach of the opposing team

MVP of the Game medal presentation

🏅 1x Fair Play Player
chosen by the referees based on attitude and sportsmanship

Fair Play Player medal presentation

One player can receive both awards.

Time investment:
– 1–2 minutes explanation before the game
– 1–2 minutes medal presentation after the game
That's it.

Pilot 2026

Starting January 2026 we launch the pilot phase.

Selection is based on:

  • enthusiasm of the coach
  • willingness to actively participate

Teams participating in the pilot will receive medals for their home games during the pilot period.

Participation is completely free.
We cover the production and shipping costs of the medals.

If interest is high, we will try to expand the number of participating teams already during the pilot.
After the pilot, we aim to further grow the initiative depending on interest, collaboration and available possibilities.

Download Pilot 2026 Details (PDF - NL only)