The Monkeys Softball Club proudly celebrated the achievements and contributions of players, officials, and volunteers at the club’s 2026 Presentation Day, recognising outstanding performances across all teams and levels of the club.
Leading the honours was JillianPancott, who was awarded the prestigious Monkey of the Year award in recognition of her exceptional contribution to the club throughout the 2025/2026 season. Jillian also took home the Female Most Valuable Monkey (MVM) award for the Spider Monkeys Opens team.
The club’s Best & Fairest award was presented to Joel McNamara, while Andrea Martin was recognised with the much-loved Monkeys Butt Award and also received a Spider Monkeys Coach’s Award for her contribution to the team both on and off the field.
Brenton Miller was named Official of the Year, recognising his continued commitment and contribution to softball officiating and the Monkeys community.
Stuffed Monkeys Opens Award Winners
The Stuffed Monkeys Opens team celebrated several standout performers across the season, including:
Male Most Valuable Monkey (MVM): Brynton Shephard
Female Most Valuable Monkey (MVM): Elizabeth Wastie
Coach’s Award: Valerie Morea
Rookie Award: Tahu Whatuira
Spider Monkeys Opens Award Winners
The Spider Monkeys Opens team also recognised a number of key contributors:
Male Most Valuable Monkey (MVM): Daniel Meyer
Female Most Valuable Monkey (MVM): Jillian Pancott
Coach’s Awards: Andrea Martin and Kate English
Rookie Award: Lachlan Daniel
Tee Monkeys T-Ball Award Winners
The future of the club was on full display with the Tee Monkeys T-Ball players celebrated for their enthusiasm, development, and teamwork throughout the season.
Award recipients included:
Golden Glove Award: Elliott Stafford
Slugger Award: Sophie Ryan
Rising Star Award: Keira McFadden
Star Team Mate Award: Alexander Kabouris
The Monkeys Softball Club congratulates all award winners and thanks every player, coach, volunteer, umpire, scorer, and supporter for contributing to another successful season.
