The All Sports Association will host its 56th Annual Awards Banquet on Friday, February 21, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM at Northwest Florida State College. This event will honor athletes in categories such as Professional, Amateur, Collegiate, Scholastic, and Special Olympian.
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Urban Meyer, a former head coach at the University of Florida and Ohio State University, will serve as the keynote speaker for the evening. Meyer, who led teams to three national championships (UF: 2008, 2009; OSU: 2014), is known for his football success and his work with charitable organizations. Meyer co-founded the Urban and Shelley Meyer Fund for Cancer Research, supporting The Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center. His leadership and commitment to community service include creating the “Real Life Wednesdays” program at Ohio State, which helps student-athletes gain real-world experience.
In addition to recognizing athletic achievement, the banquet will highlight the recipients of several prestigious awards, including the Wuerffel Trophy, Col. Al Byrne Award, and the Taylor Haugen Award.
Proceeds from the event will benefit local sports organizations and charities, including the Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast, Special Olympics Florida โ Okaloosa, Eleanor J. Johnson Youth Center, and Emerald Coast FCA. The All Sports Association has donated over $5 million to local causes.
The evening will include a silent auction from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, a live auction during the event, and opportunities to purchase single tickets through Eventbrite. VIP guests will enjoy an exclusive dining experience starting at 4:00 PM, with food served until 6:00 PM. General seating will open at 5:30 PM, with the program beginning at 6:45 PM.
For more information about the evening’s itinerary, ticket purchases, sponsorships, or donations, visit https://www.allsportsassociation.com/ or contact ASATickets850@gmail.com.
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