hpu_football_logoThe Howard Payne University football program held their annual football awards banquet last Thursday reflecting on the season and honoring those that excelled on the field as well as the classroom.

Head coach Steve Fanara and his staff honored each classification of letterman and those that had excelled in the classroom before the team awards were announced.

Special awards were also given to the 2010 captains and seniors

Captains:
Ben Butler, Demetrius Cody, Cody Hambrick, Dustin McClure

Seniors:
Cody Hambrick, Zach Hubbard, Walter Pam, Gavin Middleton, Dustin McClure, Aaron Alvarado, Lorenzo Green, Zach Carlton

2010 HPU Football Team Awards:

  • Offensive Line: Ben Butler
  • Defensive Line: Lorenzo Green
  • Line Backer: Demetrius Cody
  • Defensive Back: Gavin Middleton
  • Offensive Back: Brandon Young
  • Wide Receiver: Cody Hambrick
  • Specialist of the Year: Thomas Head

Senior of the Year: Cody Hambrick
“For exemplifying the ideals of Yellow Jacket Football in the areas of leadership, citizenship, and athletic ability”

Most Valuable Player: Demetrius Cody
“For loyalty, relentless effort, and exceptional athletic performance in Yellow Jacket Football.”

Most Inspirational Player: Walter Pam
“For enlivening & exalting teammates to believe in doing their best.”