Ben Lovett honoured with 2024 Bob McCarthy Clubperson of the Year Award

Rabbitohs forward Ben Lovett has won the Bob McCarthy Clubperson of the Year award for season 2024, being recognised for his contributions to the team and the Club, both on and off the field.

Ben’s journey this year has been marked by resilience, determination, and a constant commitment to the values of the Rabbitohs—brave, unbreakable, and belonging.

Ben’s year has not been without challenges. Faced with a career-threatening injury, Ben’s response to adversity has been beyond impressive. Whilst undergoing a difficult rehabilitation process, Ben has never lost sight of his role within the team and has remained an exceptional teammate, providing support and encouragement, even when he couldn’t contribute on the field. His perseverance, positive attitude, and selfless dedication to others have truly set him apart.

Ben has faced adversity with courage and turned challenges into opportunities for growth. His community work, combined with his commitment to rehabilitation, highlights a player who is not only driven to succeed but also dedicated to making a meaningful difference off the field.

Ben has taken the time to immerse himself in community work, engaging in charitable and school programs and supporting initiatives beyond his player responsibilities. Ben has also spoken, and continues to speak, candidly in public about mental health and how specific events have impacted him. He is determined to utilise his Rugby League career to bring awareness to mental health and challenge the stigma associated with seeking help.

Through his mentoring and advocacy for junior participation in Rugby League, Ben has made a lasting impact on the next generation of players. His ability to inspire, connect, and uplift those around him has earned him the respect of his teammates, coaches, and fans. Those who have benefited from his involvement speaks volumes about the kind of person Ben is—a leader, a role model, and a true champion in every sense.

The Bob McCarthy Clubperson of the Year award was presented by Rabbitohs legend Bob McCarthy himself at the annual Red and Green Ball tonight (Friday) at The Star in Pyrmont.

The Clubperson of the Year award is named after McCarthy, one of the Rabbitohs’ greatest players of all time. McCarthy was part of the Rabbitohs’ golden era in the 1960s and early 1970s, playing 211 first grade games in the cardinal and myrtle, scoring 100 tries. He is a multiple Premiership-winning legend of the South Sydney club and is a regular attendee at past players’ reunions and training sessions to this very day, offering his continued support to the current crop of Rabbitohs players.

Congratulations to Ben Lovett on receiving the 2024 Bob McCarthy Clubperson of the Year award.

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