McDonald’s 2026 Grassroots Football Awards Night

On 5th September, the Scottish FA Central Region McDonald’s Grassroots Awards were held in Dumbarton.

These awards are held celebrate the people who go above for all things grassroots.

YFS would like to send a huge congratulations to all award winners!

Best Volunteer in Adult Football, Diane Taylor (Cumbernauld FC and Scottish Women’s 9s Football League) and Jim Robert (Netherton FC and Scottish Premier AFA).

Best Volunteer in Girl’s and Women’s Football, Taylor Fleming (Bo’ness United Community FC).

Best Volunteer in PARA Football, Jim Corner (Syngenta Juveniles FC Pan Disability).

Best Referee in Grassroots Football, Stephanie Dawson.

Best Volunteer in Youth Football, Stuart Strawthorn (Kirkintilloch Rob Roy 2010 & Rossvale U12 Girls).

Best Community Football for All Project, Carron Huskies FC.

Best Young Volunteer, Robbie Hamilton (Bo’ness United Community FC).