Close to the end of each academic year (usually during the first week of May,) the Department of Athletics holds a banquet to recognize the accomplishments of all varsity teams as well as the individual accomplishments of athletes and coaches. Student athletes, athletic/recreation staff, and select university administrators are invited at no cost. There are also a limited number of tickets available for purchase by family members of student-athletes.

During the evening a buffet dinner is served, followed by student and alumni speakers and the presentation of numerous awards. Each team is individually recognized for their accomplishments throughout their respective seasons, while individuals earning All-Conference Player of the Year honors, All Region honors and All-America honors are presented their award on stage. All seniors are also invited to the stage to be recognized and the four-year participants are presented with a gift from the Athletic Department and Alumni Affairs Office.

Roger Williams University Athletic Awards

Nominations can be made by head coaches in April. Head Coaches, Athletic Trainers, Assistant Athletic Directors, and the Athletic Director can vote for the following awards.

Athletic All-Academic Team

To recognize sophomores and above who have maintained a 3.5 GPA

James R. Russo Award

Presented to the senior student-athlete with the highest GPA

Sharon Castelli Awards

Presented to the female and male athlete who most exemplify the qualities of sportsmanship, leadership, and teamwork

Athlete of the Year Awards

Presented to the female and male athletes of the year

Rookie of the Year Awards

Presented to the male and female first year athletes - must be in their first year of NCAA eligibility

Athletics Alumni Award

Presented to an RWU Alum who has shown outstanding commitment to RWU Athletics post graduation – award is voted on by Assistant Athletic Directors and the Athletic Director.

Raymond Cordeiro Award

Presented to a senior student-athlete who has shown perseverance, commitment and leadership, and whose contribution to the team does not show up in box scores or statistics – award is voted on by Ray Cordeiro, Assistant Athletic Directors and the Athletic Director.

Captain’s Award

Captain’s Council and SAAC vote to present an award to an RWU staff member who has gone above and beyond in helping to improve the overall experience of the RWU student-athlete.

Scott F. Viera Director of Athletics Award

Presented to a person within the RWU community who has made tremendous contributions to RWU Athletics despite experiencing adversity - award is chosen by the Athletic Director