Traditions
Annual awards
RUFUS AWARD
Given annually to a community member who selflessly advances the Red Wolves athletic program. The award is open to an individual or business.
2008-09 - Troy Derengowski, NewsTalk 930 WHON-AM
2009-10 - Dr. Gregory Woods and the team at Reid Sports Medicine
ACADEMIC ATHLETES OF THE YEAR
Given annually to the male and female student-athlete with the highest GPA. Athlete must be at least a Junior athletically. Athlete must be enrolled at IU East for at least three semesters.
Female
2008-09 - Brittani Foreman (women's volleyball)
2009-10 - No award
Male
2008-09 - Mark Bevins (men's golf)
2009-10 - Mark Bevins (men's golf)
CHAMPIONS OF CHARACTER
Given annually to the student-athlete that best exemplifies the five core champions of character traits: respect, responsibility, integrity, servant leadership and sportsmanship.
2008-09 - Devon Niehoff (men's basketball)
2009-10 - Tyler Rigby (men's basketball)
ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Given annually to an exemplary athlete voted on by the coaches, athletic staff and local media. Athlete must have
participated in a Champions of Character event.
Female
2008-09 - Amy Stultz (women's volleyball)
2009-10 - Brianna "Breezy" Strete (women's volleyball)
Male
2008-09 - Tyler Rigby (men's basketball)
2009-10 - Tyler Rigby (men's basketball)
