Whether a teacher, coach, parent, or other positive role model, the success of students, athletes, teams, and programs are many times influenced by the actions and contributions of others. 

The Donald Asmonga Foundation Leadership Award recognizes these special individuals who contribute their time and expertise to enable success and a lifelong love of sports. 

The Donald Asmonga Foundation Leadership Award(s) are selected by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and announced at the Donald Asmonga Foundation Golf Classic banquet each year. The Foundation’s Board will consider individuals that:

• Participate in activities that support the local sports community;

• Maintain a dedication to the advancement of the scholar;

• Support and create growth opportunities for local athletic programs and scholar-athletes;

• Exhibit strong, natural leadership qualities and serve as a positive role model for all members of the community; and,

• Support non-profit and other organizations that provide sports and educational opportunities for male and female athletes.

To be considered for the Donald Asmonga Foundation Leadership Award, individuals can be nominated or may self-nominate by contacting us here. The deadline for nominations is April 30, 2025.

Meet Our Winners

2024

Coach Tom Rodriguez - BVA Softball 

We recognize Coach Rodriguez for being an active member of the BVA sports community since 1977.  He has a 303-143 record at BVA and won 5 WPIAL Championships. He also has 356 playoff wins during his tenure at BVA. Many of his players have gone on to play college softball.  

2023

Matt Humbert - BVA Athletic Director/Football Coach

We recognize Matt Humbert, BVA’s Athletic Director and Football Coach, for his tireless contributions to building an incredible overall athletic and football program at BVA, capturing its first state football championship, as well as guiding the development and recognition of incredible student athletes.

Steven Russell

We recognize Steven Russell for his leadership and commitment in recognizing, elevating, and capturing the history of BVA’s and the entire Mon Valley’s sports heroes.

Tom Trilli

We recognize Tom Trilli for his dedication and support to former teammates as well as today’s young athletes, and for his refereeing, and numerous contributions to the Foundation and Mon Valley Sports Community.