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The PNC Bank SPORTYS @ Full Sail University

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September 24th, 2011
Full Sail Live at Full Sail University
3300 University Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32792
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Thank you to all of those that came out to be a part of the PNC Bank SPORTYS @ Full Sail University!

 

Click HERE to check out a highlight video from the SPORTYS. Special thanks to Full Sail student Nick Podniestrzanski for producing this for us!

 

Click HERE for the post event press release for more details and to find out who took home the SPORTY in each category.

 

See you next year at the 2nd Annual SPORTYS!

 

Special thanks to all of our event partners: PNC Bank, Full Sail University, Bright House Sports Network, Ruth's Chris Steak House, University of Central Florida, AM 740 The Game, Massey Communications, AFR Event Furnishings, Taps From Scratch and Terlato Wines International.

 

 

An exciting evening of awards and entertainment, the PNC Bank SPORTYS @ Full Sail University will take place on Saturday, September 24th. After the show, enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvre, drinks and live entertainment. The PNC Bank SPORTYS will be hosted by Mitch English - stand-up comedian, weather man and co-host of the nationally syndicated morning show, the Daily Buzz.

 

6:30 pm - Doors Open & Arrival
6:30-7:00 pm - Red Carpet & Pre-Event Reception
7:00-8:30 pm - The PNC Bank SPORTYS
8:30-10:00 pm - The Ruth's Chris Steak House SPORTYS Overtime Party

 

Tickets are $70 per person. Corporate discounts are available at 10 tickets for $575.
Click HERE to purchase your tickets today! 

 

The Central Florida Sports Commission will host the PNC Bank SPORTYS @ Full Sail University, an "ESPYs-like" sports awards show, honoring top area high school, amateur, collegiate and professional athletes, coaches, deserving local residents and businesses throughout Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia Counties. 

 

During the show, the Hall of Fame Class of 2011 will be inducted into the Central Florida Sports Hall of Fame, where 80 other Central Floridians have already been honored for their accomplishments in the sports industry.

 

The Central Florida Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2011 will include:

Glenn 'Doc" Rivers – After a 13-year NBA playing career, Doc Rivers began his coaching career with the Orlando Magic in 1999. In 4-plus seasons with the Magic, he won the coach of the year award in 2000 and made the playoffs in 3 seasons. Current coach of the Boston Celtics, Rivers continues to make his home in Central Florida and supports local charities through his annual celebrity golf tournament.

 

Chuck Rohe – The long time CEO of Florida Citrus Sports, Chuck Rohe was instrumental in updating and upgrading the Citrus Bowl in the early 1990s.  Without his vision and commitment, Orlando could not host such great events such as World Cup 1994, 1996 Olympic Soccer, Florida State vs. Notre Dame, NFL exhibition games, WrestleMania and, of course, two of the best bowl games in the country.

 

Ricky Watters – A 5-time NFL Pro Bowler at running back, Ricky Watters won a national championship at Notre Dame and a NFL championship with the San Francisco 49ers. Watters is now settled in Orlando where he is a motivational speaker and founder of the Urban Youth League, a charitable foundation that supports at-risk and foster youth in becoming leaders in their communities.

 

Dress to Impress: That means semi-formal cocktail attire!
Plenty of parking is available at no charge

 

The PNC Bank SPORTYS @ Full Sail University Award Nominees are:

 

Amateur Athlete of the Year presented by the Orlando Magic

Marvin Bracy – Won USA Track & Field junior championship in the 100-meter dash

Maite Moscoso – Won USA Track & Field junior championship in the 10K race walk

Oviedo All-Stars 12U Softball Team - Babe Ruth World Series champion

 

High School Athlete of the Year presented by Bright House Sports Network

Dante Bichette, Jr. – Led Orangewood Christian baseball to the state championship

Ansley Gebben – State champion in the 300 meter hurdles and volleyball at First Academy

Austin Rivers – Led Winter Park to basketball back-to-back state championships

 

College Athlete of the Year

Crystal Bardge – Won two NAIA track & field national championships at Embry-Riddle

Jeff Godfrey – Led UCF football to the Conference USA championship and Liberty Bowl win

Aurieyall Scott – Won Conference USA track & field championship in 100 & 200 meters

 

Professional Athlete of the Year

Dwight Howard – Led the Magic to the playoffs earning Defensive Player of the Year honors

Ryan Lochte – Won 5 golds at the World Aquatic Championship and named World Swimmer of Year

Yani Tseng – The #1 women’s golfer in the world has won 7 tournaments and 2 majors in 2011

 

Coach of the Year presented by Orlando Health

Dr. Keith Buckley – Led Rollins men’s soccer to the Conference title and NCAA runners-up

Anthony Jones – At Dr. Phillips won state championships in girls basketball and flag football

George O’Leary – Led UCF football to the Conference USA championship and Liberty Bowl win

 

Business of the Year presented by the University of Central Florida

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida

Bright House Sports Network

ESPN Wide World of Sports

 

Employee of the Year presented by Coca-Cola

Stephanie Mellenberndt – Orlando Magic

Tom Snyder – University of Central Florida

Tom Ward – Track Shack

 

Volunteer of the Year presented by American Airlines

Shawn Cavalieri – Florida Citrus Sports

Dan Pugh – Arnold Palmer Invitational

Marlyn Queliz – Central Florida Sports Commission

 

Community Spirit Award

The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation

 

With the exception of the Community Spirit Award, the winner of The SPORTY in each category will be announced the evening of the event.

 

Special thanks to all of our event partners: PNC Bank, Full Sail University, Bright House Sports Network, Ruth's Chris Steak House, University of Central Florida, AM 740 The Game, Massey Communications, AFR Event Furnishings, Taps From Scratch and Terlato Wines International.

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