Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology celebrated the exceptional achievements of its student athletes at the Annual Athletic Awards ceremony held Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The event honored athletes from all five of the College’s sports teams—cross country, wrestling, football, basketball, and track & field—recognizing their dedication both on the field and in the classroom. 

Honoring Outstanding Achievement 

The evening’s highest honors went to sophomore Jonah Longenecker, who received the prestigious Richard V. Bevilacqua Award for Most Outstanding Sophomore Athlete, and Davian Waite, who earned the John C. Stauffer Award for the sophomore who contributed the most to athletics. 

“These awards represent more than athletic achievement—they recognize students who embody the Bulldog spirit of determination, teamwork, and excellence,” said Athletic Director and Vice President of Student Services, Dr. Chris Metzler, during the ceremony. “Our student athletes demonstrate the same commitment to success in sports that they bring to their academic commitment.” 

Celebrating Team Accomplishments 

The ceremony highlighted standout performers across all sports programs: 

Track and Field 

Isaiah Marshall earned both MVP and Most Improved honors for Track and Field, while Excellence Awards went to Jonah Longenecker, Kathryn McCrosson, and Tyliyah Diaz-Cruz. Coaches’ Awards were presented to Sean McCoy and Cody Crawford, with Keith Ford also being recognized as Most Improved. 

Cross Country 

Wyatt Tomison and Tyliyah Diaz-Cruz shared MVP honors for Cross Country, with Benjamin Madison named Most Improved. Caleb Hagopian and Luke Tavani received Coaches’ Awards for their contributions to the team. 

Basketball 

Ka’Ron George was named MVP for Basketball, while Isaiah Diggs earned Most Improved honors and Jacob McGee received the Coaches’ Award. 

Wrestling 

The Wrestling team recognized Peyton Wentzel as MVP, Gavin Renard as Most Improved, Chad Honeywell with the “Extra Mile” Award, and Davian Waite with the Coaches’ Award. 

Football 

The Football program presented awards in five categories representing core values: Perseverance (Christian Castellano and Alvin Davis), Respect (Sebastian Rivera-Leon and Heath Williams), Integrity (Levey Wzorek and Xavier Shefcyk), Diversity (Jedidiah Fritsch and Devon Orensky), and Excellence (Isaiah Marshall and Travontai Davis). 

Building Character Through Athletics 

The ceremony also included recognition of 38 sophomore athletes who received award plaques for their contributions throughout their time at Thaddeus Stevens College. These awards highlight the College’s commitment to developing well-rounded students who excel both in their technical programs and extracurricular activities. 

“Athletics at Thaddeus Stevens College is about more than winning games—it’s about building character, teamwork, and leadership skills that translate directly to success in high-demand careers,” noted Dr. Metzler. “The dedication these student athletes show on the field mirrors the hands-on commitment they bring to their technical education.” 

The Complete College Experience 

The Athletic Awards ceremony underscores Thaddeus Stevens College’s commitment to providing a complete college experience that balances rigorous technical education with vibrant campus life. Student athletes develop valuable skills in time management, teamwork, and perseverance that complement their technical training and prepare them for success in the workplace. 

Coaches, assistant coaches, athletic volunteers, and college leadership joined the student athletes in celebration, along with friends and family members who have supported them throughout the season. 

The Bulldog community congratulates all award recipients and thanks them for representing TSCT with pride both on and off the field.