2008 Wuerffel Trophy Finalists Announced

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — The All Sports Association, Inc., announced today the 13 finalists for the 2008 Wuerffel Trophy, a national award that honors the college football player who best combines exemplary community service with outstanding academic and athletic achievement.
The award is named after former Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel, who led the Florida […]

2008 Wuerffel Trophy Nominees Announced

Monday, November 3rd, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — The All Sports Association announced today the nominees for the 2008 Wuerffel Trophy. The nominations received represented over 50 universities in the NCAA’s Football Bowl Subdivision.
Nominees included 2007 Wuerffel Trophy Finalists Darryl Richard (Georgia Tech – DT), Todd Peterson (Nebraska – WR) and Travis Dekker (USAF Academy).
Prior Wuerffel Trophy nominees […]

Al Byrne Award Nominations

Friday, September 19th, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

Nomination forms for the All Sports Association Al Byrne Award are now available.   The All Sports Association  presents the Al Byrne Award at its annual Trophy Dinner to a volunteer who dedicates his time and energy to youth athletics in the area.   Application forms for the Al Byrne Award can downloaded by clicking on this link al-byrnedoc.pdf or […]

Surgery can wait for Rudy Niswanger

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

By DOUG TUCKER
AP Sports Writer

Publication:DailyNews;
Date:Jul 28, 2008;
Section:Sports;
Page Number:10

2005 Wuerffel Trophy winner Rudy Niswanger puts medical school aside for chance to play in NFL
 RIVER FALLS, Wis.  _ Booing Rudy Niswanger many not be smart.     
    Kansas City’s cerebral young center almost never forgets anything he does, sees or hears.  And one day he may be standing over […]

Wuerffel Trophy Announces New Directors

Friday, July 11th, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

WUERFFEL TROPHY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL NATIONAL DIRECTORS FOR 2008
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — The Wuerffel Trophy, presented annually by the All Sports Association of Fort Walton Beach, FL, announced today the addition of 2 new Directors to its National Selection Committee, Rece Davis of ESPN and Spencer Tillman of CBS Sports.
    “We are obviously extremely excited […]

Steve Spurrier Welcomed/Banquet Recap

Sunday, April 6th, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

by Randy Dickson
NW Florida Daily News
OKALOOSA ISLAND — Danny Wuerffel and “The Ole Ball Coach” were together again at the All Sports Association Trophy Awards Dinner on Friday at the Emerald Coast Conference Center.
And the coach, Steve Spurrier, didn’t disappoint as the featured speaker poked fun at himself, shared stories of Wuerffel and preached […]

Savannah Evans 2008 Collegiate Winner

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

Savannah Evans, University of Florida gymnast and graduate from Fort Walton Beach High School, is the 2008 All Sports Association Collegiate Athlete of the Year. Savannah is a 2007 two-time first team All-American in vault and floor exercise and advanced to the 2007 NCAA Individual Event Finals after posting season-best marks of 9.90 for both […]

2007 Wuerffel Trophy Winner Tulsa’s Paul Smith

Thursday, December 6th, 2007 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla - Tulsa quarterback Paul Smith has been named the winner of the third annual Wuerffel Trophy by the All Sports Association of Fort Walton Beach.
The Wuerffel Trophy is presented to the college football player who best combines exemplary community service with athletic and academic achievement.
Smith was named a first-team Academic All-America […]

Spurrier’s Coming to Town

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

Outspoken former Florida Gator coach to speak at All Sports trophy dinner Feb. 15
By PERRY BALLARD
Northwest Florida Daily News
When Steve Spurrier talks, people listen. Whether it’s a jab at an opposing team or his unique spin on a hot topic of the day, Spurrier is never at a loss for words. In February, […]

All Sports Honors Baker’s Combest

Wednesday, October 10th, 2007 | posted by: Jonathan Jay

By PERRY BALLARD
Northwest Florida Daily News
The All Sports Association honored Baker volleyball coach Kathy Combest Oct. 26 during a pep rally at the school. Combest was honored with a plaque for her recent 500th volleyball victory as well as for the courage she has displayed during her battle with breast cancer.
“Coach Combest is a remarkable […]