SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes today announced their 2017 club award winners, which includes forward Chris Wondolowski for Most Valuable Player, defender/midfielder Florian Jungwirth for Defensive Player of the Year and midfielder Tommy Thompson for the Andrew Bedard Spirit of the Game Award/Humanitarian of the Year. These awards recognize players that have made a positive impact at the Quakes, both on and off the pitch.
The Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year winners were selected by a vote with the local media, players and technical staff each receiving a one-third weight. The Earthquakes community relations department selected the winner of the Andrew Bedard Spirit of the Game Award/Humanitarian of the Year based on contributions throughout the season.