J.D. Davis Awards
The J.D. Davis award was established in 1979 by the athletic staff. It is an annual award given in memory of a long-time coach and physical education director.
In the late 1920's, J.D. Davis was a superior athlete on the Maryville College campus. He excelled in three sports- football, basketball, and baseball- receiving 12 letters and numerous honors for his achievement. After a short stint in professional baseball, J.D. returned to his alma mater and began his dedicated service as a coach and teacher.
J.D. was a positive influence in the lives of hundreds of young people on the MC campus. He coached football, wrestling, and track and also served as the chairman of the physical education department. J.D. retired in 1971 after 40 years of service.
This award seeks to honor senior student-athletes who exhibit leadership, athletic ability, Christian values, and academic achievement. These are all characteristics for which J.D. Davis is remembered.
Recipients
| Full Name | Sports | Year Inducted |
|---|---|---|
| Eryk Watson | Men's Basketball | 2011 |
| Jessica Petersen | Women's Soccer | 2011 |
| Kyle Chewning | Football | 2010 |
| Lindsy Little | Volleyball, Softball | 2010 |
| Andrew Shumate | Men's Basketball | 2009 |
| Ben Peters | Baseball | 2009 |
| Katie Beckham | Softball | 2009 |
| Andrew Crawford | Football | 2008 |
| Rachel Rushworth | Women's Soccer | 2008 |
| Adam Rosen | Baseball | 2007 |
| Angie Castle | Softball | 2007 |
| Heather Mathis | Women's Soccer | 2006 |
| Jed West | Baseball | 2006 |
| Karen Tobias | Volleyball | 2005 |
| Sidney Ellis | Men's Basketball | 2005 |
| Hayley Smith | Women's Basketball | 2004 |
| Mikey Rickman | Men's Tennis | 2004 |
| Josh Tummel | Men's Basketball | 2003 |
| Marquita Porter | Women's Soccer, Women's Basketball | 2003 |
| Kasey Ellen | 2002 | |
| Peter Rosenblad | Men's Soccer | 2002 |
| Angel Daniel | Volleyball | 2001 |
| Brian Gossett | Football | 2001 |
| John Carmack | 2001 | |
| Leah Ford | 2001 | |
| Mandy Franklin | Women's Soccer | 2001 |
| Alan Archbold | Baseball | 2000 |
| Chris Housewright | Men's Basketball | 2000 |
| Crissy Wieck | Women's Soccer | 2000 |
| Elizabeth Hewitt | 2000 | |
| Kevin Hedrick | 2000 | |
| Whitney Black | Volleyball | 2000 |
| Jennifer Windrow | Women's Soccer | 1999 |
| Lee Simmons | Football | 1999 |
| Leslie Roberson | Women's Basketball | 1999 |
| Daniel Bechman | 1998 | |
| Meghan Casey | 1998 | |
| Adam Ray | 1997 | |
| Jennifer Buck | Women's Basketball | 1997 |
| Doug Parris | Baseball | 1996 |
| Jamie Parrott | Women's Basketball | 1996 |
| John Roszell | Baseball | 1995 |
| Lara Sibold | Women's Soccer | 1995 |
| Eric Booth | Football | 1994 |
| Leah Onks | Women's Basketball | 1994 |
| Molly Hewa | 1993 | |
| Thomas Stephens | Football | 1993 |
| Lisa Locke | 1992 | |
| Tim Lawrence | Men's Basketball | 1992 |
| Jay Malone | Football | 1991 |
| Kathy North | 1991 | |
| Jan Tomlin | 1990 | |
| Mark Humphries | 1990 | |
| Hank Snyder | Football, Baseball | 1989 |
| Rose Ballard | Women's Basketball | 1989 |
| Jason Harbison | Football, Baseball | 1988 |
| Lisa H. Linginfelter | Volleyball | 1988 |
| Mike Human | Football, Baseball | 1987 |
| Nancy Koehl | Women's Basketball, Softball | 1987 |
| Sherrie Farmer | Volleyball, Softball | 1987 |
| Denise Penzkofer | Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball | 1986 |
| Raymond Burnett | Men's Basketball | 1986 |
| Kandis Schram | Volleyball, Softball | 1985 |
| Shannon O'Brien | Football | 1985 |
| Tyrone Matthews | Men's Basketball | 1985 |
| Nickie Frazier | 1984 | |
| Andrew Baker | 1983 | |
| Dave Evans | 1982 | |
| Richard Suttle | Men's Basketball | 1981 |
| Bobbie Jo Sallade | 1980 | |
| Tony Ierulli | Football, Baseball | 1980 |
| Wayne Emme | 1979 |
