He was judged Carlton's Best First Year Player in 1940, Most Consistent Player at the club in 1941, Best and Fairest in 1942 and 2nd Best and Fairest in 1944 as well as Best Clubman in 1943.
In 1940, he was recognized as Carlton's outstanding first-year player. He also received the most consistent player award at the club in 1941, best and fairest honors in 1942 and 1944, and best clubman recognition in 1943.