david coen
Director / Strategic Brand Engagement
cincinnati – 17 University of Cincinnati student-athletes received the Arthur Ashe Junior Athletic Scholar Award. Diversity: Issues in higher education.
Eleven of the award winners were female student-athletes, with basketball and soccer leading the way with three each.
This award recognizes students of color who excel in the classroom as well as on the athletic field. Inspired by tennis legend Arthur Ashe Jr.'s commitment to education and love of tennis, U.S. universities are invited to participate in this annual awards program by nominating outstanding sports scholars. I am. In addition to athletic ability and academic achievement, Arthur Ashe Jr. Athletic Scholars demonstrate a commitment to community service and student leadership.
A complete list of winners by school, sport, team, and more can be found here.
football
Jordan Young – Second
Ken Willis – Third
men's basketball
Victor Raquin – First
men's swimming and diving
Galoid – First
Brogan Robinson – First
men's track and field
Camden Beatty – Second
women's basketball
Gillian Hayes – First
Maia Jackson – First
Marea Williams – Second
lacrosse
Dani Markvi – First
soccer
Brooke Brown – Second
Kendall Battle – 3rd time
Vivian Spalding – Third
Women's swimming and diving
Mia Hensley – Second
women's track and field
Anaya Dees – First
Faith Kingsley – Third
volleyball
Shay Eggleston – First
