WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - One of the most-anticipated and talked-about events of the year for Purdue Athletics ââ'¬" the Golden Pete Awards show ââ'¬" is on the horizon.
The fifth-annual artful blend of accomplishment and fun that celebrates the achievements of Boilermaker student-athletes for the past 12 months is scheduled for Monday, April 24, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the historic Loeb Playhouse on campus.
And, once again, it is exclusive to John Purdue Club and Varsity P Club members.
In addition to presenting traditional honors like the Big Ten Medal of Honor, Distinguished Scholar Athlete Award, Varsity Walk Award, Wooden Leadership Institute Certificate of Achievement and BLAST Certificate of Achievement, Golden Petes will be presented in the following 10 categories: Male Performance of the Year; Female Performance of the Year; Male Newcomer of the Year, Female Newcomer of the Year; Male Performance, Single Event; Female Performance, Single Event; Team Performance, Single Event; Spirit Award; Coach of the Year; and Team of the Year. A countdown of the top 10 plays of the year will be highlighted throughout the festivities.
This year's co-hosts are two current student-athletes, junior football player Race Johnson and junior track athlete Brionna Thomas.
The Golden Pete Awards show also serves as a senior sendoff to Purdue student-athletes and those students who are involved in behind-the-scenes roles.
The Golden Pete Awards show is hosted by the John Purdue Club and the Varsity P Club.
John Purdue Club members are asked to RSVP by April 17 by calling 765.494.3248 or by clicking here.
Attire for the event is dressy casual.