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APRIL 13, 2023

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Governor Spencer Cox

A Message from Our Governor

Spencer J. Cox

Sport resonates across our state, from parks and playing fields to ski trails and largest stadiums and loudest arenas. There’s nothing quite like sport to bring people together as a community as we participate with friends or cheer on our sport heroes.

This April, at the 11th annual Governor’s State of Sport Awards, we look forward to honoring excellence on the field of play across the broad spectrum of sport in our state. We will also welcome back 2002 gold medalist Apolo Anton Ohno, the most decorated American in the Winter Olympics.

I look forward to hosting this terrific event as we honor excellence in sport in 2022, and showcase major events, teams, athletes, coaches, special guests and others who have all contributed to Utah's incredible sports landscape as we celebrate Utah as the State of Sport.

About SOSA

In 2012, the Utah Sports Commission in conjunction with the Governor created the State of Sport Awards to celebrate Utah’s sports industry and honor excellence on a high school, collegiate, professional, Olympic and Paralympic level.

Our 2023 State of Sport Honorees

The Utah Sports Commission presents categories and honorees that have been selected by a nominating committee made up of Utah's sports professionals and media.

VIew Past Honorees

Coming soon, stay tuned!

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FAQs

How are the honorees and categories selected? Expand

A panel of Utah media and sports industry leaders review categories and potential nominees, ultimately determining those that had the most remarkable accomplishments in the previous year. In order to be eligible, honorees must be willing and or able to participate fully in the nomination process. The number of nominees in each category may vary from year to year, depending on the specific calendar year's athletic achievements. This number will be determined by the Committee.

When will winners be announced? Expand

The honorees are announced weekly on KUTV Talkin' Sports in conjunction with posting on our website prior to the date of the event.

What determines this year's season? Expand

SOSA honorees are selected based on their accomplishments within the current calendar year. While some academic and athletic seasons overlap calendar years, the Committee looks at the body of work that best incorporated the current calendar year.

How can I get a ticket to the event? Expand

Capacity is limited so the evening is by invite only. For table sponsorship opportunity and availability, email jstrand@utahsportscommission.com.

Who should I contact if I noticed a problem with the website? Expand

Please notify us of an issue with the website by sending an email to mvacheva@utahsportscommission.com.

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