KANSAS CITY SPORTS AWARDS

Presented by POPULOUS

AUGUST 14, 2025

Kansas City Marriott Downtown - Muehlebach Tower

5:30pm - Reception

7:00PM - Program Start

Each year, the Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation honors outstanding individuals for their commitment to and achievement in sports. The benefits of sport are long-standing and this awards banquet celebrates all the positive aspects of sports.

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2024 AWARD HONOREES

“As Kansas City continues to generate unprecedented excitement for its national and international sporting events, these honorees represent the best of our local sporting community,” says Kathy Nelson, President and CEO of the Kansas City Sports Commission. “Together, these individuals and their organizations play a critical role driving fan engagement, awareness and opportunity for Kansas City.” 

McCownGordon Construction Executive of the Year 
Brett Yormark, Commissioner 
Big 12 Conference

Spire Community Champion 
The Victory Project,
Sporting KC 

Burns & McDonnell Coach of the Year 
Steve Spagnuolo, Defensive Coordinator 
Kansas City Chiefs 

Polsinelli Sportsman of the Year 
Travis Kelce, Tight End 
Kansas City Chiefs 

Children’s Mercy Kansas City Sportswoman of the Year 
Aleah Finnegan, Artistic Gymnast 
LSU Gymnastics & The Philippines Women’s National Team

T-Mobile Legacy Award 
Bill Hancock, Sports Executive
College Football Playoff, NCAA Final Four & Bowl Championship Series