Twenty-five Northeast Georgia high school athletes have been selected as members of the 2021-22 class for Positive Athlete for the Northeast Georgia Region. Two area coaches – Lowell Hamilton of Tallulah Falls and Wesley Adams of North Hall – were also honored.
Franklin County High School was named Most Positive School.
Positive Athlete America, started by former UGA football player and Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward, awards scholarships to high school student-athletes based more on their character than their athletic performance. The organization seeks to recognize athletes who have overcome difficult circumstances, given back to their schools and communities, or manifest an infectiously positive attitude.
Positive Athlete Georgia has to date awarded more than $100,000 in college scholarships. Athletes or coaches are nominated by parents, coaches, teachers, administrators, or fans.
The Positive Athlete America website lists seven characteristics of a positive athlete that are considered for inclusion: an optimistic attitude, encouragement, servant leadership, a heart for others, admitting mistakes, giving 100% effort, and putting the team first.
Brian Carter of BLITZ Sports contributed to this report
