RC United Awards
These are awarded annually to deserving recipients within our soccer district
OSCAR WAUGH LEADERSHIP AWARD
This award is presented to a soccer player who displays the qualities of a true leader. A true leader is not the loudest player on the team, nor is it the player who scores the most goals. A true leader has many qualities that are seen on and off the field. For Instance…
A true leader is:
a player who is disciplined, someone who is consistently working hard every time he or she steps on the field whether it is a practice or a game.
- Someone who has the natural ability to motivate teammates to do their very best even when times are tough
- Someone who is unselfish by creating the best opportunity for teammates
- Someone who has positive communication on and off the field
- Someone who celebrates teammates' successes
- Someone who has respect, and demands others to have respect for each other
Oscar Waugh was all of these qualities wrapped up into one amazing athlete.
The Chuck Matheson Coaching Award:
Awarded to the Coach who best demonstrates the ideals and respect for his/her players that were so important to Chuck.
The Margaret Dolliver Volunteer Award:
Awarded to a player, coach, or volunteer who during the year has given selflessly of their time
& effort for the betterment and enjoyment of the sport.
The Donnie Taweel Memorial Bursary
The Eliot River Soccer Club is proud to introduce The Donnie Taweel Memorial Bursary, created in honour of the late Donnie Taweel, who passed away in 2022. Donnie served as Vice President of our club for well over a decade—closer to fifteen years—and remained a dedicated volunteer, mentor, and builder long after stepping back from his formal role. His commitment to our players, our programs, and especially our clubhouse left a lasting mark on our community.
Donnie was the person who showed up and fixed whatever needed fixing. Whether it was repairs, maintenance, or dreaming up improvements—like the deck he always hoped to see added—Donnie poured his heart into making our club better for everyone. This bursary reflects that same spirit of service, teamwork, and community care.
Nominees must:
- Be a RC United player.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to volunteerism within the club (e.g., helping with younger teams, assisting at events, supporting field or clubhouse tasks, or contributing to community initiatives).
- Show leadership, reliability, and a positive attitude.
- Represent the spirit of teamwork, service, and community that Donnie championed.
