VALE SAVEGE

Well-known as the first woman ever to referee an international volleyball match at the 1981 Pacific Rim Tournament in Japan, Vale Savege has dedicated over 40 years to developing the provincial and national officials programs. Overwhelmingly, Vale is known for being a mentor and leader amongst officials and an advocate for women in officiating. While Vale is being honoured for her indelible mark on the volleyball officiating community in BC and across the country, she is also recognized as an athlete, coach and administrator, and has been honoured in Volleyball Canada’s Hall of Fame as a builder.