Arcadia High School
Apaches Major Athletic Awards

Female/Male Athlete of the Year: These athletes are considered by the coaches as "super stars," the most outstanding in one sport or an over-all athelte in many sports.  These two athletes could be looked at as the most likely to succeed in college or professional athletics.


CoachCCoach Larry Rodriguez, Mrs. Rodriguez, 2007 Female Athlete of the Year Jenna Rodriguez and  Booster President Steve Philippi
Volleyball/Softball


BooBooster President Steve Philippi, Mr/Mrs Pilavjian, 2007 Male Athlete of the Year Andrew Pilavjian, Coach O'Brien, Coach Caz and Coach Schultz
Cross Country/Track and Field

Sportswoman/Sportsman of the Year: This award goes to two athletes who in the opinion of the coaches, put the good of the school and team above self.  They are not only an inspiration to others, but are always willing to assist other team members to excel.


Molly Oglesby, Karen Schwanke, Mike Oglesby, 2007 Sportswoman of the Year Sarah Oglesby, Coach Freberg  and Coach Frandsen
Volleyball/Soccer


Coach Baik, Booster Cindy Roberts Coach Dimalante, Mr/Mrs Choo, 2007 Sportsman of the Year Dae Choo, Coach Schultz and Coach Press
Football/Basketball/Track and Field

Seinsoth Award: The Seinsoth Aawrd is among the oldest and most prestigious awards an Arcadia athlete can receive.  It is presented in memory of Arcadia Hall of Fame athlete Willam Seinaoth Jr. and pays tribute to an outstanding athlete who has demonstrated leadership qualities.  This athlete must be highly respected and  involved in community activities.


Booster Paul Kalemkiarian, Coach Kimbro, 2007 Seinsoth Winner Debbie Kim and Dave Andersen
Basketball

Sydney A. Larkin Memorial Award: Arcadia High School Athletic Booster Syd Larkin believed that all athletes must possess complete devotion to the sport in which they participated.  As such, this award is presented annually to a senior boy or girl athlete who has demonstrated total commitment and dedication to their sport.


Booster Ted Clinton, 2007 Larkin Award winner James Mosely and Coach Greep
Golf

Dunning Award: The Chris Dunning Memorial is presented to an athlete who never allowed a physical handicap to deter him or her from participating at a high level of competence.  This recipient is always an inspiration to other athletes who are privileged to know and work on the same team.


Coach Caz, Coach O'Brien, 2007 Dunning Award Winner Alan Tsai, Booster Cindy Roberts and Coach Schultz
Cross Country/Track and Field

Buxton Award: The Culver Buxton Memorial is presented to an athlete who may be small in stature, but big in desire.  This athlete never gives up and is always there with full involvement and dedication to the sport.


Coach Schultz, 2007 Buxton Award Winner Kris Robison, booster John Golper and Coach Dimalante
Football/Track and Field

Roger Sewell Memorial Award: This award is presented to an athlete who exhibits an outstanding contribution to his or her team in terms of inspiration, spirit, enthusiasm and dedication.  In addition, this athlete possesses good moral character, has earned a Varsity letter, has an enthusiastic approach to life, has a helpful and caring attitude for teammates and exemplifies a life style which aims for high goals and standards in every area of their life.


Booster Margaret Sommers, 2007 Sewell Award Winner Ally Combs and Coach Frandsen
Soccer

Mark Shively Award: The Mark Shively Memorial is presented to a Female or Male athlete who has demonstrated outstanding courage, inspiratiion and leadership, three qualites that were a trademark of Mark's character and personality.


Booster Craig Tom, 2007 Shively Award Winner J C Fernandez, Mike Shively and Coach Lemas

Dr. Richard W. Cordano Student Athlete Award: Dr. Cordano was the principal of Arcadia High School for nearly twenty-five years.  During his tenure, there was no stronger supporter of Apache Athletics.  This award is presented to a Female or Male athlete who has earned at least a 3.0 GPA, two Varsity letters in one sport or two Varsity letters in different sports.  This athlete has shown good team leadership, is very coachable and team oriented.


Booster Janet Chew, 2007 Cordano Award Winner Gabriel Olmeda and Coach Dohling

Ben Smith Jr. Award: Ben Smith Jr. was a long time friend and booster of the Arcadia High School athletic program.  The Ben Smith Jr. Memorial Award is presented to a Female or Male multi-sport athlete whose desire and competitive spirit inspire their teammates.

                                                  Booster Mario Dena, Coach Caz, 2007 Ben Smith Memorial Award winner David Flood and Coach Schultz
                                                                                                                                        Cross Country/track and Field

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Coaches Academic Athlete Award: This award is presented to a senior female and male athlete who are nominated and seletced by the coaching staff for having attained a 3.5 GPA or higher and while earning a starting position on their Varsity team.


Coach Franz, 2007 Male Academic winner Nikhil Jian, Booster Paul Kalemkiarian, 2007 Female winner Kristen Penne, Coach Clark and Coach Smith
Kristen Penne - Water Polo/Swim
Nikhil Jain - Soccer

U.S. Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete Award: This award is presented to a senior Female and Male athlete who has excelled in athletics while demonstrating strong academic performance.


Booster Ted Clinton, Sgt. Loeza, Shelby Gibbs, Kazuya Koda, Coach Jim O'Brien, Coach Chris Schultz, Satff Sgt. Harvey
Shelby Gibbs - Softball
Kazuya Koda - Cross Country/Track and Field

Jack Wonkchinda Athletic Service Award: This award is presented to a female or male team manager that has performed above and beyond the call of duty.  This manager personifies inspiration, dedication, trust, hard work and above all, loyalty to the team.


Coach Chris Schultz, Laurie Mac Laren, Coach Ray Mynster, Booster Margaret Sommers