Coaching
is bigger
than a game.
For the Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year Award, winning is only part of the equation. Created in 2006, the award recognizes one college football coach from each NCAA division (I-FBS, I-FCS, II and III), rewarding them for their sportsmanship, integrity, responsibility and excellence.Winners will receive $50,000 to donate to a charity of their choice, a $20,000 grant to each school's alumni association and the Coach of the Year trophy.
Sportsmanship
The best coaches conduct themselves in an honorable way on and off the field. By treating their players, opposing coaches and the media with respect, they set an example for everyone to follow.
Responsibility
Coaches aren't just leaders of their team. They're leaders in their community as well. They give back to their schools and communities that cheer on their teams every week.
Integrity
Integrity means knowing how to win the right way. The best coaches refuse to bend or break the rules to keep their teams on top and require the same from their players.
Excellence
Wins and losses aren't the only measure of excellence. It's also about lending student athletes to excel in the classroom so they can lead productive lives after their playing days are done.