NEW YORK - The BIG EAST Conference has announced the winners of the 2021-22 BIG EAST Sport Excellence Awards on Tuesday, with Xavier's Luke Franzoni earning the honor for the sport of baseball. The award recognizes academic and athletic achievement as well as community service.
The Sport Excellence Awards are given to one student-athlete in each BIG EAST-sponsored sport based on academic credentials, athletic accolades or performances and volunteer service to the community. Student-athletes who have attained junior academic standing and a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.00 are eligible. The winners are chosen by the BIG EAST Faculty Athletics Representative Council.