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NCAA Silver Honors Award

The Silver Anniversary Award recognizes individuals on the 25th anniversary of the conclusion of their college athletics careers. Nominated by administrators at their undergraduate schools and selected by a panel of former student-athletes and representatives from NCAA member schools and conferences, this award celebrates the achievements and contributions of former student-athletes who have excelled in their professional lives and continue to exemplify the values of collegiate athletics.

2026 Silver Anniversary Award Winners

Drew Brees

Underrecruited quarterback became a record-setting Purdue star, Super Bowl MVP and community leader.

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Tamika Catchings

Olympic gold medalist and former Indiana Fever star wins NCAA’s 2026 Silver Anniversary Award.

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Dr. Lauren Witmer

From Marauder tennis star to award-winning surgeon, Witmer’s path reflects the enduring values of NCAA student-athletes.

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Nick Ackerman

The 2001 national champion and co-Hodge Trophy winner now helps other amputees as a prosthetist.

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Silver Anniversary Award Recipients

Visit the NCAA Award Honoree Database for a complete list of past award winners.

Award Honoree Database

Nominations

Nominations Closed

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