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13th Annual ROWDYs Winners Announced

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The 13th Annual ROWDYs was held in the Icardo Center on Thursday, May 9. The awards showcased the highest achievements of the Roadrunner student-athletes throughout the 2023-24 academic year. The following student-athletes were honored on Thursday night for contributions made in competition, in the classroom, and in the community.

Click here to watch the ROWDYs live stream On Demand via the CSUB Athletics YouTube channel.
 
Golden Circle
The Golden Circle is the highest honor bestowed upon a CSUB undergraduate scholar-athlete serving in a leadership role. The award is reserved annually for scholar-athletes, spirit squad and band members who have shown integrity and achievement through leadership activities, community involvement, participation in campus life, sports participation and scholarship while attending CSUB. Through their involvement as scholar-athletes, it is clear to all who encounter them that they are set apart from other outstanding scholar-athletes and deserving of the unique honor.
 
Women
Hollee Hercik Soccer
Sophia Tougas Basketball
Hannah Marsh & Madi Gray Swimming & Diving
Jefi Dordevic & Yasmin Guerrero Golf
Kaia Johnson Softball
Helena Valentic Cross Country
Jessi Solis Track & Field
Samia Bhakta & Maci Perkins Indoor Volleyball
Megan Gilbert & Pearl Moore Beach Volleyball
Natalie Moore & Katherine Barahona Cheer
 
Men
Stephon Marcano Soccer
Dalph Panopio & Kaleb Higgins Basketball
Tate Ingraham Swimming & Diving
Brock Rogers Wrestling
Matthew Kurata & Ryan Verdugo Baseball
Axel Salazar Track & Field
 
 
Newcomer of the Year
Honors the first-year contributions of any freshman, redshirt freshman, or transfer scholar-athlete that has a standout year while producing results for their respective teams.
Vivi Kaelin Connor Mautino
Beach Volleyball Soccer
Viviana_Kaelin Connor Mautino Headshot
 
 
Clutch Performer of the Year
Given to the scholar-athlete who proved to come through in one or more clutch situations. 
Vili Sivec
Swim & Dive
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Rudy Carvajal Community Service Award

Named in honor of CSUB's first-ever Director of Athletics Rudy Carvajal, this award recognizes the Roadrunner team that was the most present in the community over the past season. Their contributions included service both in Bakersfield and around the campus. The nominees all showed an outstanding commitment for bettering both the community and campus life at CSUB with major contributions during campus cleanups and other events. 

2024 Winner: Men's Swimming & Diving

 
Best Individual Turnaround
Given to the scholar-athletes who transformed themselves and had a breakout season.
Kaia Johnson Jacob Yagers
Softball Track & Field
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Blue-Gold Award
Given to scholar-athletes identified by the CSUB Athletics Administration as both a quality student and fierce competitor. Their actions in competition and in life personify what it means to be a Roadrunner and compete in blue and gold.
Garrisen Freeman Kenny Rugnao
Basketball Track & Field
Garrisen_Freeman_DD_Headshot Kenny_Rugnao

 
Kegley-McCall Award (Team GPA)

Honoring outstanding effort in the classroom, the Kegley-McCall award goes to the CSUB team that posted the highest cumulative GPA as a squad during the 2023-24 academic year. With a 3.75 cumulative GPA, this year's award went to the women's golf team.

 
Weight Room Warrior
Chosen by the strength and conditioning staff for weight room workouts, attitude, and passion during the season.
Kaia Johnson Javier Toro
Softball Track & Field
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Heart of a Champion Award
Presented by Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Thomas Wallace, this award honors scholar-athletes who have shown noticeable heart and determination in competition and in life.
Dome Rodriguez Kaleb Higgins
Soccer Basketball
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`Runner Spirit Award
Awarded to the member of the CSUB Spirit Squad (Cheer, Mascot, Dance, Pep Band) who demonstrates exceptional service to the CSUB spirit program and the CSUB community.
Natalie Moore
Cheer


All-Academic Team
The team member with the highest GPA from each team is named to our ROWDYs All-Academic Team. Note: First-year freshmen are not eligible.

Women
Sophia Tougas Basketball
Julia Stein Track & Field
Jefi Dordevic Golf
Kaia Johnson & Carter Thornton Softball
Dome Rodriguez Soccer
Nicole Horton Swimming & Diving
Maci Perkins Indoor Volleyball
Isabella Almeida Beach Volleyball
Allison Osuna Cheer
Haley York & Karissa Terry Dance
 
Men
Michael Pollard Baseball
Cameron Wilbon Basketball
Haruya Iwasaki Soccer
Dillon Smith Swimming & Diving
Matthew Karapetyan Track & Field
Mateo Morales Wrestling
     
 
Best Individual Contest
Highlights a single, standout performance of a male and female scholar-athlete over the last year that left fans cheering and teammates talking.
Helena Valentic Vili Sivec
Track & Field Swim & Dive
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Flachmann Award
Given to the student-athletes who excel academically, maintaining high marks in the classroom while also contributing to team success.
Helena Valentic Haruya Iwasaki
Track & Field Soccer
Helena_Valentic Haruya Iwasaki Headshot
 
 
Athlete of the Year
These student-athletes represent the best of the Roadrunners, those who have accomplished the highest athletic achievements this year. These individuals have led their teams with consistent and impressive performances all season long and have earned the highest accolades and honors for their athletic success.
Kylie Ney Vili Sivec
Swim & Dive Swim & Dive
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President's Award
Given annually to the scholar-athletes who represent CSU Bakersfield in a positive light, both in competition and in the community. This award is one of the highlights of the ROWDYs and showcases the entire body of work of a senior scholar-athlete, who is graduating from CSUB.
Miranda Miller Nick Salas
Track & Field Baseball
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Players Mentioned

Natalie Moore

Natalie Moore

Back Spot
Junior
Kaia Johnson

#2 Kaia Johnson

OF
5' 1"
Redshirt Sophomore
R/R
Matthew Kurata

#8 Matthew Kurata

IF
5' 10"
Sophomore
R/R
Michael Pollard

#31 Michael Pollard

OF
5' 10"
Sophomore
R/R
Nick Salas

#11 Nick Salas

INF
5' 9"
Junior
R/R
Ryan Verdugo

#46 Ryan Verdugo

RHP
6' 2"
Sophomore
R/R
Megan Gilbert

#11 Megan Gilbert

5' 11"
Redshirt Sophomore
Isabella Almeida

#8 Isabella Almeida

5' 9"
Freshman
Pearl Moore

#21 Pearl Moore

5' 8"
Junior
Miranda Miller

Miranda Miller

Jumps
5' 5"
Redshirt Junior
Kenny Rugnao

Kenny Rugnao

Sprints, Relays
5' 11"
Redshirt Sophomore
Axel Salazar

Axel Salazar

Throws
6' 1"
Senior

Players Mentioned

Natalie Moore

Natalie Moore

Junior
Back Spot
Kaia Johnson

#2 Kaia Johnson

5' 1"
Redshirt Sophomore
R/R
OF
Matthew Kurata

#8 Matthew Kurata

5' 10"
Sophomore
R/R
IF
Michael Pollard

#31 Michael Pollard

5' 10"
Sophomore
R/R
OF
Nick Salas

#11 Nick Salas

5' 9"
Junior
R/R
INF
Ryan Verdugo

#46 Ryan Verdugo

6' 2"
Sophomore
R/R
RHP
Megan Gilbert

#11 Megan Gilbert

5' 11"
Redshirt Sophomore
Isabella Almeida

#8 Isabella Almeida

5' 9"
Freshman
Pearl Moore

#21 Pearl Moore

5' 8"
Junior
Miranda Miller

Miranda Miller

5' 5"
Redshirt Junior
Jumps
Kenny Rugnao

Kenny Rugnao

5' 11"
Redshirt Sophomore
Sprints, Relays
Axel Salazar

Axel Salazar

6' 1"
Senior
Throws
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