Each year ASAMA names a "Sport Artist of the Year." The award is presented to an individual who captures the spirit and life of sport so that future generations can relive the drama of today's competition. The recipient may use a variety of media including paint and canvas, newspapers, magazines or periodicals, photography, illustrations, film, video or sculpture to depict the breadth and scope of both the agony and the ecstasy of sport.

Nominations are accepted from any member of the United States Sports Academy's worldwide family. This group includes the administration, faculty, staff, students, alumni, national faculty and the various advisory boards that serve ASAMA. Nominations may also be made by the general public through the Director of ASAMA.

Previous recipients of the "Sport Artist of the Year" award include:

   
  • Paul Goodnight -- 1997
  • Liston Bochette, III -- 1996
  • Murray Tinkelman -- 1995
  • Robert Riger -- 1994
  • Stephen Holland -- 1993
  • Cristobal Gabarron -- 1992
  • Bernie Fuchs -- 1991
  • Blair Buswell -- 1990
  • Jim Ridlon -- 1989
  • Hans Erni -- 1988
  • Sheila Wolk -- 1987
  • Bart Forbes -- 1986
  • Donald Moss -- 1985
  • Ernie Barnes -- 1984

Artwork by several of these artists is available from the ASAMA Shop.

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