Athletic Awards 2025-26
Ballard High School Athletics is proud to honor Beaver athletes for a great year of outstanding effort, teamwork and sportsmanship. Beaver Pride! Thanks to the many coaches who submitted thoughtful nominations. The nomination pool was excellent, and the choices were difficult. Congratulations to all of this year’s recipients!
Bucky Pride Award
The Bucky Pride Award is presented to individuals who displayed the best spirit throughout their season. Win or lose, they fought hard, improved, and never gave up. Kyli Meyer (Volleyball and Girls Basketball) and Ruby Wallblom (Golf, Girls Basketball and Softball) had respect for the officials, their coaches and teammates, and their opponents. They represented Ballard High School in a positive way.
Bucky team spirit Award
Awarded to the team that displayed the best spirit throughout their season. Win or lose, the Girls Track & Field Team played hard, improved, and never gave up. The team members showed respect to the officials, opponents and each other, and had fun!
athletes of the year
Awarded based on skill and impact to programs. Congratulations to Ciana Johnson (Cross Country and Track & Field) and Sam Frech (Boys Lacrosse) and Dempsey Whetsel (Track & Field)
rookie athletes of the year
Awarded to outstanding new athletes who stood out from the rest. Congratulations to Ryder Cook (Tennis), Gracie Frieze (Girls Soccer and Track & Field), and Cece Milliman (Volleyball, Girls Basketball, Track & Field).
student athletes of the year
Awarded to outstanding athletes who excelled both in athletics and in academics. Congratulations to Cassidy Armstrong (Cross Country and Track & Field) and Tristan Olensky (Boys Swim) and Alton Naumann (Tennis).