2026 PD ESPYS AWARDS ATHLETIC VIDEO
Charger Athlete of the Year Award- recognizes the “best all around” female and male athlete. It is awarded to a senior who exemplifies good sportsmanship, leadership and outstanding athletic abilities: Aidan Gallos & Jane Updyke
Manager of the Year- the student (or students) who contribute to a team sometimes ‘behind the scenes’ by assisting both coaches and team: Aidan Gould
Fan of the Year- a fan or fans who contributed in a positive, spirited manner throughout the year: Boys Basketball Team
Unsung Hero Award- presented to the senior female and male student-athlete who continuously performed at an exemplary level and made a substantive contribution to their sport despite limited recognition: Libby Barron, Aidan Schirra & Chloe Scofield
Spirit of PD Award- presented to a male and female senior athlete who have promoted a healthy, competitive spirit for all our Charger athletic teams. These individuals display the values that former Athletic Director and Coach, Barbara Fricke, emphasized; perseverance, loyalty, integrity, honor, selflessness, and teamwork, values that go well beyond the athletic arena: Rachel Lyons, Connor Sacco & Abby Goldean
Impact Athletes of the Year Award- presented to a senior female and male student athlete whose effort is representative of playing for the love of the game and contributes significantly to overall development and growth of his or her sport and whose contributions have a major impact on the team’s success: Zetta Grace Bartee, Devin McElroy, Cullen Ward & Gordon Sellars
Underclassman of the Year Award- given to the female and male student-athlete whose overall performance on one or more teams made a significant impact to that program: GA Dumont & Zeke Battier
Academic Athlete of the Year Award- the most prestigious athletic award given to a female and male senior student athlete at Providence Day School. It represents a student who has exceptional abilities both in the classroom, on the field, court, or in the pool in addition to outstanding multi-sport participation: Raj Das & Taylor Pochick
Outstanding Play/Moment of the Year Award- given to the female or male student-athlete whose one performance during an event “took your breath away”:
Girls Swimming State Championship – Girls Swimming won their first ever NCISAA State Championship placing themselves in the rafters in the MAC and forever in the record books.
John Zarbatany, State Championship Wrestling Match –John avenged his 2025 last second defeat in the title match, with an amazing run through the field of competition and a top podium spot in at the 2026 NCISAA State Championships.
Coach of the Year Award- presented to the coach who embodies the Providence Day mission and empowers their athletes to develop and grow in all aspects of life: Kristina Bond (Swimming) & Chad Grier (Football)