Key Dates and Additional Information

Key Dates:

  • August 1 – Submissions Open: Entries open to all applicants to submit their distinguished accomplishments, innovative projects and groundbreaking initiatives that have contributed to the advancement and success of North American Soccer.

  • September 15 – Early Deadline: Those who seize the opportunity and submit their entries by this date will benefit from exclusive early entry offers, ensuring they showcase their achievements while taking advantage of special rates.

  • December 5 – Final Entry Deadline: The SBMAs will now accept submissions until this extended final deadline, providing ample time for participants to craft compelling entries and demonstrate their commitment to excellence in North American Soccer.

  • December – Nominations Announced: The SBMAs will announce the nominees who have showcased their exceptional contributions across various categories.

  • Early 2024 – Winners Announced: The SBMAs celebrate excellence in soccer as we reveal the esteemed winners who have demonstrated outstanding excellence, innovation and dedication to the advancement of North American Soccer.

Additional Information:

General Eligibility

Submissions featured publicly anytime during the 2023 calendar year are eligible for entry into this year's SBMAs. Submissions are open any entity within North American soccer, ranging from teams, media, individuals, events, businesses and more. Nominations will be judged by an independent panel of industry leaders. Judges will not be allowed to vote on any categories that contain nominations for themselves or their organizations.

Entry Fees

Applicants can take advantage of early entry pricing by submitting before the Early Deadline on September 15. Submissions can be secured at a special rate of $275 prior to the Early Deadline before prices increase, offering exceptional value for showcasing your excellence in the North American soccer industry.

Entry Requirements

Please note that specific requirements for each submission category can be found on the respective submission page. To ensure your entry is properly evaluated, please carefully review and adhere to the media requirements provided. Requirements may vary depending on the submission category.

Nominee notification

The SBMAs will notify all nominees directly via the contact information provided during the submission process.

The 2023 North American Soccer Business and Media Awards (SBMAs)

The North American Soccer Business and Media Awards (SBMAs) are an annual award network that recognizes and honors the best and brightest in the North American soccer industry. The awards celebrate excellence in business, media, marketing, and communications within the sport.

The SBMAs are a platform for recognizing the achievements of clubs, leagues, organizations, and individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and development of soccer in North America. The awards honor those who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence and have made a positive impact on the sport.

The awards are judged by a diverse group of leaders from the soccer industry, including club and league executives, media professionals, marketing and communications experts, and other industry leaders. These awards provide a unique opportunity for networking and celebrating the achievements of the soccer industry.