LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The NRL has announced the finalists for the prestigious Ken Stephen Medal and Veronica White Medal, awards that honor the outstanding contributions of rugby league's man and woman of the year.
These awards celebrate players who actively engage in community service through various initiatives, with the four finalists selected from the NRL and NRLW community teams of the year.
For the NRL, the finalists are:
In the NRLW, the finalists include:
All eight nominees are recognized for their efforts both on and off the field, making significant contributions to various community sectors, including Indigenous programs, youth initiatives, aging populations, and support for disadvantaged groups among others.
Last year's winners were Nicho Hynes and Kimberley Hunt.