Golden Pete Awards Set for April 23Golden Pete Awards Set for April 23

Golden Pete Awards Set for April 23

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March 21, 2018 WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - One of the most-anticipated and talked-about events of the year for Purdue Athletics - the Golden Pete Awards show - is on the horizon.

The sixth-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 23, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at Holloway Gymnasium 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 nine categories: Male Breakout of the Year, Female Breakout of the Year; Coach of the Year; Male Individual Performance, Single Event; Female Individual Performance, Single Event; Male Performance of the Year; Female Performance of the Year; Team Performance, Single Event; and Team of the Year. A countdown of the top 10 plays of the year will be highlighted throughout the festivities.

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.

New this year will be dinner catered by the Beef House.

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 18 by calling 765.494.3248 or by clicking here.

Attire for the event is dressy casual.