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Iowa High School Girls Athletic Union CHARACTER COUNTS! Coach of the Year Award

About the Award

The CHARACTER COUNTS! Coach of the Year Award honors a worthy recipient who embodies the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring & citizenship. Rather than spotlight winning records and isolated acts of heroism or generosity, the award was conceived to recognize individuals whose coaching lives and achievements demonstrate an enduring commitment to teach, encourage, advocate, and model good character through their coaching career.

In recognition of this honor, a $1,000 cash award will be made in the name of the recipient to their respective athletic department. The winner will be recognized during the Girls State Basketball Tournament.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on January 10, 2025.

CHARACTER COUNTS! Coach of the Year Nomination

Nominee's Name: *

Nominee's Primary Phone Number: *

Nominee's Email Address: *

Nominee's Home Mailing Address: *

What Iowa school does your nominee coach for?: *

What sport(s) does your nominee coach? *

Tell us how your nominee demonstrates good character: *

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You may upload up to five attachments to support your nomination such as letters of recommendation from current and former team members, colleagues, and community members, pictures, etc.

A minimum of 2 letters of recommendation are required. 3-4 letters of recommendation are encouraged.

Your name: *

Your Primary Phone Number: *

Your Email Address: *

Are you ready to submit your nomination? *

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