With the beginning of September, AVID Soccer opens nominations for our annual equipment awards.  Nominations may come from manufacturers, retailers and readers.  Any product that will be reviewed during the year is eligible.  Post your nominations as comments or e-mail us directly.

Awards are based on reviews and reader comments on the AVID Soccer blog.  Award categories include:

• Best Boot
• Best GK Glove
• Best Ball
• Best Kit
• Most Innovative Product
• Best Retailer

• Best Boot – Based on fit, comfort, durability, aesthetics/desirability, price and availability
• Best Goalkeeper Glove – Based on comfort, durability, adhesion, aesthetics, price and availability
• Best Ball – Based on shape, feel/control, durability, aesthetics/desirability, price and availability
• Best Kit – Based on comfort, fit, available styles/colors, durability/wear characteristic, care requirements and price
• Most Innovative Product – Based on new products in 2007 that bring a different approach to Soccer; all categories and products are possible, but they must be reviewed by AVID Soccer
• Best Retailer – Based on selection, price, speed of delivery and customer service