2026 Award Winners
Founder’s Award: Josh Harris
He grew up in Chevy Chase and wrestled at the Field School and University of Pennsylvania. Now he is one of the most influential people in professional sports as the managing partner of the Commanders, the NHL’s New Jersey Devils and the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers.
Career Achievement Award: Rick “Doc” walker
The Southern California native has been a part of the local football community for nearly five decades. A tight end for the Redskins from 1980 to 1985, he was part of the Fun Bunch and helped the team win Super Bowl XVII. After his playing career, he seamlessly moved into the media and has been a mainstay on local television, radio and podcasts.
Career Achievement Award: Jeff Bostic
The center was a mainstay during the Redskins’ heyday, playing 14 seasons and helping the team win three Super Bowl championships. Was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1983. Following his playing career, worked as a radio analyst.
College Player of the Year: Blake Horvath, navy
Navy QB Blake Horvath became the Navy first player ever to post consecutive seasons with 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards passing (and the first in FBS to accomplish this feat since 2017). He was presented the Maxwell Club's inaugural Military Service Academy Leadership Award and was a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, better known as the academic Heisman.
College Player of the Year: landon robinson, navy
Navy DL Landon Robinson was the Midshipmen's first player named to an Associated Press first-team All-American in 40 years. He finished the season with 64 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks and was named the American Conference Defensive Player of the Year, the first Navy player and second defensive interior lineman to receive that award.
Circle of legends: terry changuris, seneca valley
One of the most successful coaches in Maryland high school football history, guided the Screamin’ Eagles to seven state championships and a 158-31 record during his 16-year tenure.
DC High school player of the year : tariq boney, st john’s
The defensive end continually made an impact despite facing regular double-teams. Made 20 tackles for loss and had 12 sacks for the Cadets. Signed with the University of Michigan.
Maryland High school player of the year : manny iheanacho, georgetown prep
The massive yet agile two-way lineman was dominant on both sides of the ball as the Little Hoyas shared the Interstate Athletic Conference title. One of the nation’s top recruits, he has signed with the University of Oregon.
virginia High school player of the year : kedric golston ii, stone bridge
Son of the former Washington Redskins linebacker, Golston emerged as a dominant force himself as the Bulldogs advanced to the Virginia 5A semifinals. Made 120 tackles with 13 sacks, forced six fumbles, recovered four fumbles and scored three defensive touchdowns. Has enrolled at the University of Tennessee.
High school coach of the year : rick conner, linganore
A fixture on the Lancers’ sideline since 2002, Conner guided the Frederick County school to a 15-0 record and the Maryland 3A championship this season, his fourth state title as a head coach. Career record of 236-55.
Pro Player of the Year: Tress Way, Washington Commanders
The punter is a 12-year veteran and three-time Pro Bowl selection. Since joining the team in 2014, Way has cemented himself as one of the NFL’s top punters. This past season, he led the NFL in percentage of punts downed inside the 20-yard line and opponent’s average starting field position after punts.
