2025 Terp Awards

The 14th annual Terp Awards honors student-athletes, coaches, and teams for their prowess in academics, athletics, and community service. The Terp Awards are co-sponsored by Maryland Athletics and the M Club.

Athletic Awards
Terrapin Cup - Team of the Year
Men's lacrosse earns the Terp Awards' top honor for the fourth time in the last five years.
John W. Guckeyson Award
Most Outstanding Male Student-Athlete
Suzanne Tyler Award
Most Outstanding Female Student-Athlete
Male Rookie of the Year
Most Outstanding Male Freshman Student-Athlete
Female Rookie of the Year
Most Outstanding Female Freshman Student-Athlete
Breakthrough Athlete - Male
The Terrapin male student-athlete who improved their performance or became a household name.
Breakthrough Athlete - Female
The Terrapin female student-athlete who improved their performance or became a household name.
Men's Team Coach of the Year
Most Outstanding Coach of a Men's Team
Women's Team Coach of the Year
Most Outstanding Coach of a Women's Team
Founders Award
Female student-athlete whose extraordinary commitment & dedication serves as an inspiration to teammates, coaches and fellow student-athletes
Talbot T. Speer Award
Male student-athlete whose extraordinary commitment & dedication serves as an inspiration to teammates, coaches and fellow student-athletes
Charles P. McCormick Award
Senior from the state of Maryland contributing the most to Terrapin Athletics
James H. Kehoe Award - Male
Male student-athlete who exemplifies the ideals of sportsmanship
James H. Kehoe Award - Female
Female student-athlete who exemplifies the ideals of sportsmanship
Silvester Watch
Student-athlete who demonstrates courage in the face of adversity
Maryland Watch
Student-athlete who exhibits commitment to Maryland PRIDE and demonstrates extraordinary leadership
Jack Heise Award
Outstanding service by a team manager
Maryland Advocacy Award
The Terrapin student-athlete who uses their voice to champion a cause which promotes the betterment of their communities. Demonstrates a commitment to positive change and educating those around them. Presents themselves responsibly and with integrity.
Academic Awards
President's Cup
Men's & Women's Team with the Highest Team GPA
Big Ten Medal of Honor
The Big Ten's Highest Honor Recognizing Academic and Athletic Excellence
Geary F. Eppley Award
Male Senior Student-Athlete with the Highest GPA
Charles H. Beebe Award
Female Senior Student-Athlete with the Highest GPA
ICA Academic Achievement Awards
Junior or senior student-athlete from each team with the highest cumulative GPA
M Club Rodman Postgraduate Scholarships
Awarded to former student-athletes have demonstrated excellence in athletics and academics during their time at the University of Maryland.
Service Awards
ICA Community Service Awards
Awarded to student-athletes who have excelled in the area of public service to the community