Varsity Brands School Spirit Awards

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We’re looking for one student-athlete who exemplifies sportsmanship,
leadership and teamwork. This person is the “glue” of the team and keeps
spirits up even when chips are down. This student has as many teambuild-
ing skills as athletic skills – he or she knows how to motivate, inspire and
encourage teammates to work together, push harder and achieve the
utmost success.
• This award is for an individual
• Nominee must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Nominee must participate in at least one school sport
We’re looking for one coach with a long-standing history of success.
Not only does this coach strive for victory, but also encourages academic
excellence and good character.
• This award is for an individual
• Nominee must coach at least one high school sport
• Nominee must have held current coaching job for a minimum
of four years
We’re looking for one athletic team that shows respect and graciousness
to opposing teams, referees and school groups. Even when the chips are
down, this team roots for their players until the end. This team goes out of
its way to welcome visiting schools and teams and maintains a positive
attitude during all events.
• This award is for an athletic team
• Essay must identify at least one way in which this group
welcomes visiting teams
We’re looking for one athletic director who supports all school teams
enthusiastically and equally, regardless of success level. He/she
encourages athletes to excel on the playing field and in the
classroom and attends a variety of sporting events to maintain spirit
and school pride.
• This award is for an individual
• Nominee must currently serve as a high school athletic director
We’re looking for one dedicated student who loyally and eagerly assists
athletic teams. This team manager keeps practices and games running
smoothly so that the athletes can focus on bringing their best to the
playing field. Teammates consider this person an invaluable and
irreplaceable member of the team.
• This award is for an individual
• Nominee must be a high school student