Inside Athletics | 5/4/2026 10:59:00 AM
PHOTO GALLERY | LIST OF ALL-TIME WINNERS
On Monday April 27, Saint Francis University Athletics held its annual Flash Awards, recognizing the department's achievements for the 2025-26 academic year.
The community service award is presented to the group or groups which have dedicated significant time and commitment in performing projects for the benefit of the community.
WINNER: Women's Swimming
Pictured: Christina Brunette (presenter), Sara Turner, Joey Testa, Laryssa Webster, Morgan Moniz, Shane Tay (presenter)
| BOB HAHN RED FLASH TEAM OF EXCELLENCE |
The Bob Hahn Red Flash Team of Excellence is awarded to a team or teams that has excelled in areas such as on the field performance, community service, team GPA, support of Red Flash athletic programs, attendance in life skills seminars, and regularly models the eight goals of Franciscan higher education. A team must meet at least four of the six categories in order to be nominated as a Bob Hahn Red Flash Team of Excellence.
WINNER: Women's Tennis
Pictured: Shane Tay (presenter), Kelly Dowuona, Christina Brunette (presenter)
| FRESHMAN ATHLETE OF THE YEAR |
FEMALE NOMINEES: Meredith Artz (Women's Soccer), Gwen Atkins (Women's Volleyball), Karsyn Ford (Track & Field), Olivia Hood (Softball), Helena Lynn (Women's Tennis), Victoria Tamarit (Water Polo), Robbin Zetrouer (Women's Golf)
MALE NOMINEES: Mario Beckles (Men's Tennis), Micah Bydon (Track & Field), Jack Wolgemuth (Men's Volleyball)
WINNERS: Helena Lynn (Women's Tennis), Mario Beckles (Men's Tennis)
Pictured: Riley Cerqua (presenter), Mario Beckles, Helena Lynn, Maureen Malloy (presenter), Ava Holden (presenter)
| SOPHOMORE ATHLETE AND SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR |
FEMALE NOMINEES: Nina Connors (Cross Country/Track & Field), Morgan Pasternak (Softball), Olivia Renk (Track & Field), Maurio Rubio (Women's Swimming), Taylor Weth (Women's Swimming), Sofia Zielinski (Softball)
MALE NOMINEES: Kyle Charles (Men's Volleyball), Collin Dreese (Track & Field), Clark Gulycz (Track & Field), Kevin Titus Suresh (Men's Tennis)
SOPHOMORE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Sofia Zielinski (Softball), Clark Gulycz (Track & Field)
Pictured: Clark Gulycz, Dr. Amy Hudkins (presenter), Sofia Zielinski
SOPHOMORE SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Olivia Renk (Track & Field), Kevin Titus Suresh (Men's Tennis)
Pictured: Nathan Zini (presenter), Kevin Titus Suresh, Dr. Michelle Stehman (presenter), Olivia Renk, Sam Lane (presenter)
| JUNIOR ATHLETE AND SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR |
FEMALE NOMINEES: Mia DiGenova (Field Hockey), Aliya Garroway (Softball), Anna Quackenbush (Track & Field), Alexandra Sappia (Women's Volleyball)
MALE NOMINEES: Dylan Andrews (Track & Field), Brayden Gall (Men's Volleyball), Hunter Jurica (Men's Golf), Alvaro Planas (Men's Soccer)
JUNIOR FEMALE ATHLETE AND SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Alexandra Sappia (Women's Volleyball), Anna Quackenbush (Track & Field)
Pictured: Dr. Kelly Rhodes (presenter) Alexandra Sappia, Anna Quackenbush, Lynne Banks
JUNIOR MALE ATHLETE AND SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Alvaro Planas (Men's Soccer), Dylan Andrews (Track & Field)
Pictured: Dr. Kelly Rhodes (presenter) Alvaro Planas, Dylan Andrews, Lynne Banks
Cheerleading, and Dance Team Spirit Awards: These individuals bring commitment, dedication and passion to all. That is Red Flash Athletics while displaying a sense of pride for being a member of the Saint Francis campus and community.
WINNERS: Maddie Foor (Cheerleading), Zoey Dunkle (Dance Team)
Pictured: Chris Miller (presenter), Zoey Dunkle, Maddie Foor,
John Anderson (presenter)
| FATHER GABRIEL ZEIS STUDENT-ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT LEADERSHIP AWARD |
The Fr. Gabriel Zeis Student-Athlete Development Leadership Award is presented annually to graduating seniors that meet the following criteria:
Is a member of the student athlete advisory committee (SAAC); And/or a member of the student athlete mentors program; Demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and skills through their involvement in SAAC and/or SAMS; Must be in good academic standing; Must truly represent what being a Saint Francis University student athlete is all about
WINNERS: Megan Marlin (Water Polo), Sam Lane (Men's Volleyball)
Pictured: Christina Brunette (presenter), Megan Marlin, Sam Lane, Shane Tay (presenter)
| FATHER DAN SINISI RED FLASH INSPIRATIONAL AWARD |
The Fr. Dan Sinisi Red Flash Inspirational Award is presented to the individual or individuals who demonstrated, courage, enthusiasm and dedication while overcoming challenges throughout the year… inspiring teammates, coaches and all who know them.
WINNER: Matthew Hall
Pictured: Fr. Dan Sinsi, Matthew Hall
| FRANCISCAN ATHLETIC AWARDS |
The Franciscan Athletic Award is presented annually to a senior male and/or female student athlete who demonstrates the eight goals of Franciscan higher education. Saint Francis University and its athletics teams, grateful for the Franciscan heritage of the institution and open to the living spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi, strive to incorporate these Franciscan values into their lives as student athletes the eight Franciscan values are: humility, generosity, reverence, service, respect, prayer, joy, love
WINNERS: Kelly Dowuona (Women's Tennis), Vincent Franco (Track & Field)
Pictured: Fr. Stephen Waruszewski (presenter), Kelly Dowuona, Vincent Franco, Shane Tay (presenter)
| J. IRVING WHALLEY SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD |
The J. Irving Whalley Sportsmanship Award is presented annually to the male and/or female senior student-athlete who demonstrates the following criteria: Sportsmanship on and off the field of play, Positive attitude, Community service, Leadership, Serving as a role model for younger student-athletes
WINNERS: Caylah Olay (Water Polo), KJ Swain, Jr. (Men's Basketball)
Pictured: Dr. Tricia McFadden (presenter), Caylah Olay, KJ Swain, Jr., Lisa Swope (presenter)
| DR. PHILIP BENHAM SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD |
The Scholar-Athlete Award is named the Dr. Philip Benham Scholar-Athlete awards in memory of Phil Benham, who served as Faculty Athletics Representative from 2000-2004. Dr. Benham was a valued member of the university community who made his mark on the athletics program. These awards are presented annually to the male and female senior student-athletes who exhibit excellence in academics and athletics. These individuals have demonstrated the ability to balance these two demands and excel in both areas.
WINNERS: Annabelle Farmer (Softball), Sara Turner (Women's Swimming), Nathan Zini (Men's Volleyball)
Pictured: Lisa Swope (presenter), Annabelle Farmer, Sara Turner, Nathan Zini, Dr. Frank Montecalvo (presenter)
The Wallace Award is presented annually to the outstanding senior female student-athlete. The award originated with Dr. Dee Wallace and the Wallace family, who saw the growth and achievements of women in athletics and the need to recognize these outstanding achievements at Saint Francis. This award is in special memory of Mary Wallace who was an inspiration to Dr. Wallace's endeavors as an athlete.
Criteria include: Value to team, Athletic ability, Dedication, Attitude, Academic accomplishments, Athletic accomplishments, Sportsmanship
WINNER: Korrin Burns (Women's Volleyball)
Pictured: Lisa Swope (presenter), Korrin Burns. Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R. (presenter)
| EUGENE AND ROSEMARY TURANO AWARD |
The Eugene and Rosemary Turano Award is presented annually to the outstanding male senior student-athlete. This award has been endowed by Eugene and Rosemary Turano, long-time supporters of Saint Francis University athletics. Gene Turano is a former varsity basketball player and a 1946 graduate of the university.
Criteria include: value to team, Athletic ability, Dedication, Attitude, Academic accomplishments, Athletic accomplishments, Sportsmanship
WINNER: Brady Stump (Men's Volleyball)
Pictured: Lisa Swope (presenter), Brady Stump. Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R. (presenter)
