The following categories were considered:

• Authors who have published a noteworthy book(s) and/or article(s) on sport that has enhanced the field of sports education.



• Athletic Administrators who have created and/or administered programs that promote the highest ideals of sport.



• Coaches whose enlightened philosophy helps inculcate the virtues of sportsmanship and honorable competition.



• Sports Psychologists and Sports Psychiatrists whose cutting edge work has fostered not only sports performance enhancement but also a greater enjoyment and appreciation of the benefits of sports participation.



• Sports Sociologists and Sports Philosophers whose research and writing has enlightened society to the strengths and weaknesses of sport.



• Sports Medicine Professionals whose work has not only enhanced the practice of sports medicine but has also made a difference in raising awareness of the dangers of steroids and other performance enhancing drugs, and who have developed programs to combat this serious problem.



• Academics, Educators and Teachers from a variety of fields who seek to foster needed sports reform.



• College Presidents whose leadership is reflected in a balanced approach to sports and academics at their institutions.



• Founders and/or Directors of sports institutes that promote the highest ideals of sport.



• Olympic Officials who, in fostering the true Olympic ideal, have positively impacted the Olympic movement and sports education.



• Sports Parenting Experts whose writing and lectures have helped further develop this new and important field.



• Social Entrepreneurs who have created events or programs which positively engage youth, and promote the highest ideals of sport.



• Volunteer Coaches and/or Administrators whose work in impoverished or high-risk communities has helped youth.



• Athletes who have used their high profile status as a forum to inspire youth toward the highest ideals of sport.



• Sports Ethicists whose writing and lectures have heightened awareness of the importance of ethical practices in sport.



• Exercise Scientists whose research and practices have enhanced training regimens and general physical fitness.