the sandova medal 2024 has unfolded into an unforgettable chapter in wfl history as the prestigious award for the best player of the season has been shared for the first time in nearly two decades swor District star recruit Nick Roka and clemont's dynamic Cen England have both claimed the medal each receiving 19 votes in a thrilling conclusion to the count the suspense leading up to the announcement was palpable Roa entered the final round with a slim two vote lead but his chances were jeopardized as he failed to pull any votes in Swan District's final game against Perth meanwhile England capitalized on this opportunity delivering a standout performance against subo that earned him the maximum three votes allowing him to level with Roa This Ti marks the first shared sandover medal since Jackson crab of Claymont and South freemantle stby M R achieved the same feat in 2005 Roka who joined Swan districts from Norwood was an outstanding performer throughout the season his consistent form including four best on ground Awards solidified his place as a top Contender averaging 30 disposals 4.6 clearances and six score involvements per game roa's influence was undeniable despite a late surge in his W tally he couldn't maintain his ini IAL lead making the final count all the more dramatic England at just 24 joined a notable group of clemont players who have won the sandover Medal his season was highlighted by an impressive performance record including nine matches where he pulled ws and three best on ground Awards England's ability to come strong in the latter part of the Season demonstrated his resilience and skill securing his place as a county medalist in an exciting finish East per Mitch crowden narrowly missed out on joining the top two finishing third with 18 WS South freem mantle Matt Parker and Hayden SCH along with clemont's oi Eastland rounded out the top five each securing 17 vots the tight competition and high level of performance throughout the season made for a captivating sandover medal count the Knight also honored other outstanding achievements in wfl West per Style kitle claimed his second consecutive Bernie Nila medal as the leading goal Kaka while East perz Ross McQueen was recognized as coach of the year with the JJ Leonard medal Additionally the prust medal for the wfl reserves fairest and best went to clemont meno in Verity and the Jack Clark medal was awarded to East freem manle Dean Pauline for the best cols player in summary the sandova medal 2024 has etched its place in wfl LA with a historic tie celebrating the exceptional talents of both Nick Roka and Kalen England The Season's close was as electrifying as it was historic affirming the League's status as a Showcase of top tier Australian football Talent stay subscribed for more videos