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National Spirit Awards for Mixed Division Players

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#1

I hadn’t thought about this before, but this tweet and this tweet from Evan Lepler about the Farricker and Pufahl Awards made me realize that there is no spirit award for players in the mixed division. As a mixed division player, I’m a bit bummed to hear that.

What do you all think the award process for the mixed division would look like? It sounds like each open and women’s team nominates a candidate for their respective spirit award. Would a mixed division award be eligible to be won by both men and women? Or would there be two mixed division awards, one for men and one for women? Or do you think that mixed division players should just be eligible to win the Farricker and Pufahl awards? In the spirit of the division, I think I would lean toward the first one (one mixed division award for both men and women), but what do you all think?

Also, do you think it’s possible for USAU to implement a national mixed division spirit award like the Farricker and Pufahl awards within the next year?

#2

Hey everyone! The idea of a mixed division award ceremony sounds pretty fascinating and inclusive. It’s a cool way to recognize the spirit and achievements in both open and women’s teams, highlighting the essence of true sportsmanship and teamwork. I can definitely see both men and women being honored in such a setting, which would further emphasize the equality and unity in sports. It’s like when you’re watching live ice-hockey on MelBet https://melbet.com/en/line/ice-hockey , where the excitement and tension don’t discriminate; everyone’s equally invested in the game’s outcome, regardless of gender. And speaking of MelBet, it’s pretty awesome how you can engage with various sports there, not just hockey. Whether it’s football, tennis, or basketball, the platform brings fans closer to the action, making every match feel like you’re part of the game. It’s that inclusivity and shared passion that a mixed division award could represent, making every participant and supporter feel valued and celebrated.

#3

Great point! A mixed division spirit award would really capture the unique team dynamic. I agree that having one award open to all players, regardless of gender, would stay true to the spirit of the division. It would be awesome to see USAU implement this, and hopefully, it’s something they could make happen soon!