GPC AWARDS
End-of-season recognition celebrating excellence on the field and character off it. Awards are voted on by conference coaches and leadership.
MAJOR AWARDS
CONFERENCE MVP
The most outstanding player in the conference, voted by all head coaches. Recognizes the player whose combination of skill, leadership, and character best represents the GPC.
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
The top offensive performer across all conference games. Stats, big-game performance, and leadership all factor into the vote.
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
The most dominant defensive force in conference play. Tackles, turnovers, and the ability to change games with presence alone.
COACH OF THE YEAR
The head coach who best exemplifies competitive excellence and Christ-centered leadership throughout the conference season.
IRON SHARPENS IRON AWARD
The conference's highest character award. Given to the player who most embodies Proverbs 27:17 — making everyone around him better through faith, service, and selfless play.
ALL-CONFERENCE TEAM
First Team and Second Team selections at every position, recognizing the best performers across the conference. Players receive official GPC All-Conference patches.
SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Freshman of the Year
Outstanding first-year player who made an immediate impact on conference play.
Servant Leader Award
Recognizes the player who best serves his team, his community, and his faith beyond the gridiron.
Scholar-Athlete Award
Honors student-athletes who demonstrate excellence in both academics and athletics.
Ironman Award
Given to the player who plays the most snaps on both sides of the ball — the ultimate two-way warrior.
WEAR YOUR ACHIEVEMENT
GPC award recipients earn recognition they can display with pride — on their letter jackets, in their trophy cases, and in their memories.
Conference Champion Patch
Custom embroidered patch for letter jackets. Awarded to every player on the conference championship team.
All-Conference Patch
Distinctive GPC All-Conference patch for First and Second Team selections. A mark of elite performance.
Iron Sharpens Iron Pin
Exclusive lapel pin for the conference's highest character award recipient. A symbol of servant leadership.
MVP Trophy
Custom-designed GPC trophy for the Conference MVP. Displayed at the recipient's program until the next season.
Player of the Year Plaque
Engraved plaque for Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year. Permanent recognition of conference dominance.
Scholar-Athlete Certificate
Official GPC certificate recognizing the intersection of academic excellence and athletic achievement.
ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY
All awards will be presented at the annual GPC Awards Banquet following the conclusion of the conference season. Family, coaches, and program leadership from all five member teams gather to celebrate the season and honor outstanding achievement.