Maryland football held its annual awards banquet on Sunday evening to close the book on the 2024 season.
In an event emceed by the legendary Johnny Holliday, it was wide receiver Tai Felton, safety Dante Trader Jr. and running back Roman Hemby who were permanent captains. Felton and Trader were also named Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, while Felton was selected as the Ray Krouse Memorial Award winner, given to the team’s most valuable player.
Full list of the 2024 award winners:
Scout Team Special Teams Player of the Year: Ryne Acheson
Freshman Special Teams Player of the Year: Keyari James
Scout Team Defensive Player of the Year: Lloyd Irvin III
Freshman Defensive Player of the Year: Trey Reddick
Scout Team Offensive Player of the Year: Davon Watkins
Freshman Offensive Player of the Year: Nolan Ray, Terez Davis
Dr. John E. Faber Iron Man Award: Donnell Brown
George Boutselis Memorial Award (letterman with highest GPA): Ryne Acheson
George C. Cook Memorial Award (senior with highest GPA): Ethan Gough
Alvin L. Aubinoe Unsung Hero Award: Isaac Bunyun, Bryce McFerson
Public Service Award: Dillan Fontus
A.V. Williams Award (outstanding & conspicuous sportsmanship): Caleb Wheatland, Taizse Johnson
James M. Tatum Memorial Award (Lineman of the Year): Josh Kaltenberger, Tommy Akingbesote
Jordan McNair Memorial Award: Jordan Phillips
Special Teams Player of the Year: Bryce McFerson
Defensive Player of the Year: Dante Trader Jr.
Offensive Player of the Year: Tai Felton
Ray Krouse Memorial Award (MVP): Tai Felton
2024 Team Captains (voted on by players): Tai Felton, Roman Hemby, Dante Trader Jr.
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