DEMON Paul Johnson's hard chase to force a turnover by the Brisbane Lions has earned the AFL Army Award for round 14.

Johnson received 42 percent of the votes for an effort that contributed to his side's thrilling one-point victory.

The contenders from last weekend have been confirmed, as follows:

- Travis Varcoe (Geelong) – produced a fantastic chase and tackle, and followed it with a second effort tackle against Fremantle
- David Rodan (Port Adelaide) – smothered and inspired with second and third efforts against North Melbourne
- Jacob Surjan (Port Adelaide) – ran back for a courageous goal-saving spoil against the Roos

The nominees can be viewed and voted for here.

The AFL Army Award celebrates on-field displays of courage, initiative and teamwork - characteristics synonymous with both the Australian Defence Force and the Australian Football League.

Former North Melbourne champion Glenn Archer, regarded as one of the most courageous players in AFL history, is the official ambassador for the 2008 AFL Army Awards.

Each week, the award aims to highlight the three bravest and most selfless on-field moments, with weekly nominees posted online at afl.com.au. AFL fans can visit the site at the conclusion of each round and vote for their favourite piece of play.

At the end of the home and away season, the AFL All-Australian Selection Committee will select six finalists, with the Australian football public voting for the overall winner online at afl.com.au. The All-Australian selection committee will then endorse the winner.

The 2008 AFL Army Award winner will receive a prize valued at $10,000, a trophy, and an Army experience. The award will be officially presented at the 2008 Coca-Cola All-Australian dinner.

The 2007 AFL Army Award winner was Essendon’s Alwyn Davey, who secured the award for his outstanding play against Hawthorn in round six last year.