Kentucky offensive line coach John Schlarman has been nominated for the 2018 Orange Bowl Courage Award, it was announced Tuesday by the Football Writers Association of America. So far, he is the only nominee on the list for the award that is given annually to a player, coach or support person in college football who displays courage on or off the field.
As I’m sure you’ve heard, Schlarman has remained on the UK sideline and at practice while battling cancer and undergoing several hours of chemotherapy each week. His perseverance has become an inspiration for the team, and on Saturday he was given a game ball after the Cats upset Florida in The Swamp.