The Paul Tighe Award is presented annually to the ANEFO member who best displays qualities of integrity, professionalism, and tactfulness in dealings with players, coaches, and fellow officials; who comports himself in a manner consistent with the high standards of the officiating profession; and who exercises his authority in an impartial, firm, and controlled manner. (Scroll down to the bottom to see all pictures.)
Recpients:
- 2015: Gary Dancewicz
- 2016: Robert Marinelli
- 2017: Jack Joyce
- 2018: John Salmon
- 2019: David McCarthy
- 2020: NONE – Covid-19 Pandemic
- 2021: Dan Harrington
- 2022: Rick Santilli
- 2023: Ryan Flynn