Background

The Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by NIKE, is bestowed annually to administrators and professionals who have dedicated their professional careers to advancing women in sport. Because of their tireless efforts, girls and women participating in sport can enjoy competitive athletics and/or athletic career opportunities. This award is given to individuals who have rendered meritorious service and have retired from or are no longer directly involved in the profession.

Eligibility and Criteria
Meritorious service is defined as leadership over and above normal duties as expected of an administrator or professional highlighted by the following:

1. Active participation and leadership in national organizations (e.g. AIAW, NCAA, NJCAA, NAIA);

2. Active participation and leadership in professional organizations such as NACWAA, NACDA, or other professional organizations deemed appropriate by the selection committee;

3. Enhancement of the athletics program at the individual’s institution;

4. Enhancement of the relationship between the athletics department and the administration of the individual’s institution;

5. Demonstration of a professional and caring attitude in offering the individual’s professional and personal expertise and assistance to mentoring other athletics administrators, coaches and student-athletes.

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Nominations

Nominees must be nominated by an active member of NACWAA.  Nominees will remain on the list of nominations permanently.  Nominations must be submitted to the NACWAA office.  Forms may be submitted on-line, mailed or faxed to:

Lifetime Achievement Award
NACWAA National Office
5018 Randall Parkway, Suite 3
Wilmington, NC 28403
awards@nacwaa.org
910-793-8244(phone)
910-793-8246(fax)

To print or view a nomination form please click here