September 2025
Baseball Queensland is proud to announce that four outstanding contributors will be honoured at the 2025 Hall of Fame and Awards Dinner, to be held on Saturday, 20 September 2025 at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, Spring Hill.
Hall of Fame Inductee
The centrepiece of the evening will be the induction of Mal Mackay into the Baseball Queensland Hall of Fame. Mackay has enjoyed a decorated career as an umpire at both the domestic and international levels, including service at the Australian Baseball League (ABL). His professionalism and consistency on the field earned him the respect of players, coaches, and officials across the country. Beyond his time on the diamond, Mackay has been a leader and mentor to generations of Queensland umpires, dedicating countless hours to developing their skills and instilling confidence in the next wave of officials. While his induction into the Hall of Fame recognises his individual achievements on the field we also acknowledge his enduring impact on the future of umpiring in Queensland.
2025 Distinguished Service Awards
Barry Foat will also be celebrated for his tireless work in support of community umpiring and his passion for grassroots baseball. A familiar face around the grounds, Barry has long championed the development and recognition of community umpires, ensuring they are valued and supported in their roles. His enthusiasm for the game shines brightest through his commitment to Little League baseball, where he has helped nurture an environment that encourages young players to grow their love for the sport while respecting the role of officials in creating a positive playing experience.
Keith Land will be recognised for his achievements as a coach within the Little League program and his significant contribution to Queensland’s state representative pathways. Keith has guided numerous young athletes through their early development, with many of his teams enjoying success on the national stage. His coaching style balances technical development with a focus on enjoyment and teamwork, making him a role model for both players and aspiring coaches within the program.
Steve Landsberg will be honoured for his wide-ranging contributions as an umpire, coach, and administrator across baseball and school sport communities during his lifetime. Steve’s involvement spanned decades, with his efforts extending from officiating and coaching on the field to serving in leadership and administrative capacities that have strengthened the game’s presence in schools and community programs. His willingness to give back in multiple capacities demonstrated his deep commitment to ensuring baseball continues to thrive across Queensland.
2025 State Team Award Nominees
Coaching teams and their athletes worked hard on the field across the Australian Youth Championships, Australian Women’s Championships and the Australian Youth Women’s Championships. Now four players from each team are set to be awarded the Team Pitching, Hitting, MVP and Culture awards. The respective coaching staff for each team have identified three nominees for each award.
| U16 | U18 | Queensland Maroon | Queensland White | Queensland Youth | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitching | Kai Flynn-Ballard Leo McKenna Troy Dean | Eli Hardey-Abdy Caleb Duke Thomas Calvert | Ashley Van Staden Hannah Wilson Charlotte Stokes | Jessica Mitchell Cathy Rowe Storm Law | Lillian Fogg Amelia Stephens Olivia Hancock |
| Hitting | Max Stefanutto Isaiah Carrington Troy Dean | Caesar Gardiner Liam Overlack Wesley Wilford | Holly Moellers Molly Paddison Mackenzie Rogers | Lily Moffat Ashley Ruzicka Britany Wyllie | Hannah Elliott Sally Knechtli Anouk Newbury |
| MVP | Buzz Mecham Lachlan Pawsey Hunter Ryan | Thomas Calvert Caesar Gardiner Cooper Teichmann | Shiori Hoshino Molly Paddison Charlotte Stokes | Jessica Mitchell Lily Moffat Britany Wyllie | Hannah Elliott Bella Nolan Kayla Sparks |
| Team Culture | Logan Lokeni Blake Pearce Bailey Russell | Eli Hardey-Abdy Lachlan Reed Ray Song | Kya Foxwell Ruby Orchard Jessica Sullivan | Tiffanie Morris Ashley Ruzicka Amelia Wright | Sienna Fens Lucy Plumb Bella Nolan |
2025 Of the Year Award Nominees
Taking home the ‘Of the Month’ award in their respective categories, these candidates are up against each other for the ‘Of the Year’ award for 2025. These five categories seek to identify champions of Administration, Coaching, Scoring, Umpiring and Volunteering across our state.
| Administrator of the Year | Coach of the Year | Scorer of the Year | Umpire of the Year | Volunteer of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Reynolds | Tammy & Kim McMillan | Blake Stephens | Stephen Lewin | Katie Hill |
| Katrina Wilson | Dallas Prior & Amelia Stephens | Kerri Rich | Anahera Russell | Moana Thomas |
| Grant McDonough | Jodie McLeod | Amanda Murphy | Andre Chang | Lee Gaskell |
| Kelda Krafft | Peter Hill | Rick Waterworth | Alisha Jewry | Kirra Childs-Ferrari |
| Matt Ellems | Matthew Vickers | Sharon Teakle | Marc Geyer | Krysten Wallace |
| Chris Clifton | Lee Brand | Melody Callahan | Roger Bastow | Ali Stephens |
| Anna Smith | Catriona Stone | Gayle Fletcher | Cameron Montague | Adam Bonney |
| Sean Lutton | Noel Tate | Tracey Roberts | Connor Reynolds | Wade Morrison |
| Vicky McLoughlin | Conor Laverty & Camron Reed | Leigh Druery | Brad Harrison | Dean Ainsworth |
| Lee Gaskell | Keith Land | Stuart Clark | William Clifton | |
| Jared Long | Kaylah Reynolds | Tom West | ||
| Sylvia Forbes | Rhett Rohweder | |||
| Paul Johnston | ||||
| Chloe Stone |
The Hall of Fame and Awards Dinner is Baseball Queensland’s premier night of recognition, celebrating excellence, service, and the people who make a difference to the game. The 2025 event promises to be an inspiring evening, bringing the baseball community together to celebrate achievements that span grassroots to the elite.
Tickets are available now, and Baseball Queensland encourages the community to join in honouring these outstanding individuals who have left a lasting legacy on the sport.