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The Nominees Are: Yamanaka Award

Editor, GoDucks.com

On Monday, May 11, the UO athletic department will host its O Show award night in Matthew Knight Arena, hosted by ESPN’s Neil Everett.

The awards to be handed out have long been considered distinguished accolades within the department, and this year the nominees and winners will be acknowledged on a more public stage. Nominations were made by UO student-athletes, and winners were selected by the student-athletes and athletic department staff.

The Herb Yamanaka Oregon Pride Award, which honors comprehensive individual development and also leadership within a team. It is named for the long-time UO administrator whose dedication to the athletic department and the development of its student-athletes has been unparalleled.