S. (Sam) Ciccarello AM
Hall of Honour as a member of Outstanding Contribution
Sam Ciccarello’s contribution to football spans more than three decades across administration, governance and coaching at state, national and international levels.
Beginning as a junior coach with Eastern Districts in the 1980s, Sam went on to hold a number of significant leadership roles within the game. He served as CEO and Event Director with the Sydney Olympics Organising Committee and was a member of the South Australian Soccer Federation Centenary Committee before becoming the inaugural General Manager and General Secretary of Adelaide United Football Club. He later served the club as a Board Member and CEO/General Secretary.
Sam’s contribution to Football South Australia has included serving as Chair, President and Director, as well as Chair of the Museum Committee. At national level, he has contributed to Football Australia through numerous committees and working groups and as a Director, including involvement with the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Local Organising Committee.
His leadership and service have made a significant contribution to the development and administration of football in South Australia and nationally.