This award seeks to recognize student-athletes who display good sportsmanship and school leadership, regardless of athletic ability. The CIF wants to acknowledge student-athletes who are positive role models within our schools and the community at large. Integrity, fairness, character, and respect are inherent principles of good sportsmanship. With them, the spirit of competition thrives, fueled by honest rivalry, courteous relations, and graceful acceptance of the results.

•Residence: California

•High School Senior

• Possess no less than an unweighted cumulative (grades 9-12) grade point average of 3.50.

• Demonstrates principles of good sportsmanship, school, and community service, and leadership. 

 

1. Parent Information
2. School Information
3. Complete the list of activities and participation in the following categories:

A. Athletics

B. Leadership Positions

C. Non-athletic activities and extracurricular

4. Essay (maximum 500 words) – Describe how you have displayed the Six Pillars of Character (trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship) throughout your high school career.
5. Principal Information and Signature Page

 

Two State winners, 1 male, and 1 female, in each traditional season of sport (Fall, Winter, Spring), for six total winners, will each receive a patch, award, and scholarship. State recipients are required to attend the Federated Council event on Friday, April 28, 2023 (Location TBA).

 

Additionally, one male and one female student-athlete representing each of the 10 CIF Sections, from each season of sport (Fall/Winter/Spring), (60 total) will be selected and awarded a $1,000 scholarship.

 

CIF State award recipients will be notified by telephone call and/or email.