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Athletic Awards

At Landmark College, we are proud to honor the student athletes who have excelled on and off the field or court.

Congrats to all of our athletes and coaches for a fantastic 2019 – 2020 sports season. Despite having to end our spring sports season quickly and move our awards ceremony online, our tremendous group of student-athletes, coaches, and fans made the year one to remember. The following athletes received top honors during our 2020 Virtual Athletic Awards Ceremony.

Sarah Silvestro, softball, received the Scholar-Athlete Award for her hard work and commitment to academic and athletic excellence.

Oscar Held was given the George Noble Dedication to Team Award award for his commitment to men’s basketball.

Jenny Beller, women’s basketball, is a leader on and off the court, and took home the Sports Leadership Award.

Zack Steinbaum, a first year athlete who played both soccer and basketball, received the Jim Austin Integrity in Sports Award.

Kathleen Gembczynski, was named Athlete of the Year for her performance as a runner and member of the women’s basketball team.

Michael Poulin, men’s basketball, also received an Athlete of the Year award.

Team awards are visible on the tab below. To view photos of the awards please visit the Landmark College Athletics Facebook page.

Soccer

  • Most Valuable Player: Zach Hahn
  • Coaches’ Award: Max Jarl

Cross Country Running

  • Most Valuable Runner: Charlie Frost
  • Most Improved Runner: Kate Tableman
  • Coaches’ Award: Tim Turley

Men’s Basketball

  • Most Valuable Player: Michael Poulin
  • Coaches’ Award: Oscar Held

Women’s Basketball

  • Most Valuable Player: Erica Loveland
  • Most Improved Player: Sarah Kersey
  • Coaches’ Award: Kady Erwin

Softball​

  • Most Valuable Player: Erica Loveland
  • Most Improved Player: Riannon Robertson
  • Coaches’ Award: Sarah Silvestro

Baseball

  • Most Valuable Player: Dan Burke
  • Most Improved Player: Ryan Carroll
  • Coaches’ Award: Sam Mortinger
  1. Any member of the Landmark College community may submit an award nomination.
  2. Links to nomination forms are below.
  3. Nominations are due by 4 p.m. on April 19, 2021.
  4. No late or incomplete nominations will be accepted.
  5. The Athletic Award Committee consists of:
    1. The Director of Athletics, Fitness, and Recreation (non-voting member)
    2. The Head Coach of each athletic team
    3. The Director of Academic Advising
    4. The Dean of Students
    5. Two Faculty Members
    6. One Student
  6. The committee will review all nominations and make recommendations regarding award winners to the Director of Athletics, Fitness, and Recreation.
  7. The final decision of Hall of Fame selections rests with the President.

Athlete of the Year—Awarded annually to one or two students who exemplifies the highest level of talent, skill, and commitment in their sport(s), and also exemplify respect, integrity, teamwork, and leadership on and off the field or court. They must be enrolled at Landmark College for at least one academic year and be in strong academic standing and free of student conduct issues.

Athlete of the Year Nomination Form

Scholar-Athlete Award—Given annually to a student athlete who demonstrates exemplary academic performance while maintaining a high level of commitment in the athlete arena. Additionally, they must demonstrate a high level of commitment to academic attendance and academic support.

Scholar-Athlete Award Nomination Form

George Noble Dedication to Team Award—Awarded to a student athlete who has gone above and beyond in their passion for sports. They are a role model for their peers but may not be an obvious leader. This individual displays quiet leadership in and out of the athletic arena with little pomp or circumstance. This award is not given annually.

George Noble Dedication to Team Award Nomination Form

Sports Leadership Award—Given to a student athlete who has gone above and beyond in their display of leadership abilities in and out of the athletic arena and beyond. He or she must demonstrate a high level of respect and integrity in all of their endeavors. This award is not given annually.

Sports Leadership Award Nomination Form

Jim Austin Integrity in Sports Award—Given to a student who has made a positive impact on Landmark College Athletics through their integrity and commitment. This award honors the importance of fair play and teamwork in and out of the athletic arena. This award is not given annually.

Jim Austin Integrity in Sports Award Nomination Form

Hall of Fame Induction—Rarely given, this award is the pinnacle of athletic achievement at Landmark College. Any member of the Landmark College community is eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame. Fair play, leadership, dedication, effort, integrity, and talent are qualities in which a nominee must excel to be elected. Winners will have made an impact on athletics, campus life, and the greater Landmark College community. Faculty and staff must not presently be employed by the College and student nominees must be an alumnus for a minimum of five years prior to nomination.

Hall of Fame Nomination Form

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