WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. – The West Liberty University athletic department celebrated the achievements of its student-athletes Tuesday evening at the third annual WESPY Awards inside the ASRC, honoring excellence across the 2025-26 academic year.

The night began with the Gold Carpet before transitioning into the awards ceremony, bringing together student-athletes, coaches, and staff for one of the department's premier traditions.

A historic season for West Liberty women's wrestling was front and center, as Cassia Zammit earned both Female Athlete of the Year and Female Newcomer of the Year. Zammit also took home the Women in Leadership Award and was recognized for the Female Play of the Year after becoming the program's first NCAA All-American.

On the men's side, Khyvon Grace of men's wrestling was named Male Athlete of the Year, while Myles Montgomery (men's basketball) earned Male Newcomer of the Year honors.

In the classroom, the men's golf team posted the highest GPA among men's programs with a 3.51, while softball led all women's teams with an impressive 3.71 GPA.

Several of the year's most memorable moments were recognized throughout the evening:

• Team Comeback of the Year – Volleyball's comeback win over Wheeling (Nov. 15)

• Individual Comeback of the Year – Trinity Howard at the NCAA Women's Wrestling Regionals

• Team Upset of the Year – Men's soccer defeating No. 10 Concord

• Male Play of the Year – Logan Davis upsetting the No. 1 seed to qualify for nationals

The WESPYs also highlighted contributions beyond competition:

• Women's Unsung Hero Award – Reagan Vinskovich (women's basketball)

• Men's Unsung Hero Award – Luke Marsh (baseball)

• Student Worker of the Year – Tyler Sauric

• Robin A. Brunner Staff Award – Michael Guinn

The Joseph A. Bartell Memorial Scholarship Award was presented to Adrie Staib (volleyball), Mason Bille (baseball), and Leah Delaney (women's track & field).

The night's highest character and leadership honors, the Jack Adams True Topper Awards, went to Dante Spadafora (men's basketball) and Grace Hill (volleyball).

Now in its third year, the WESPY Awards continue to grow as a signature celebration for West Liberty athletics, recognizing not only athletic excellence but also leadership, academic success, and community impact.

From record-breaking performances to defining moments on the biggest stages, the evening showcased the very best of what it means to be a Hilltopper, capping off a memorable 2025-26 season for the Black and Gold.

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2025-26 WESPY Award Winners

• Female Newcomer of the Year: Cassia Zammit – Women's Wrestling

• Male Newcomer of the Year: Myles Montgomery – Men's Basketball

• Highest Team GPA (Men's): Golf – 3.51

• Highest Team GPA (Women's): Softball – 3.71

• Student Worker of the Year: Tyler Sauric

• Team Comeback of the Year: Volleyball vs Wheeling (Nov. 15)

• Individual Comeback of the Year: Trinity Howard – NCAA Women's Wrestling Regionals

• Team Upset of the Year: Men's Soccer def. #10 Concord

• Female Play of the Year: Cassia Zammit – First NCAA Women's Wrestling All-American in program history

• Male Play of the Year: Logan Davis – Upset of #1 seed to qualify for national championship

• Robin A. Brunner Staff Award: Michael Guinn

• Women's Unsung Hero Award: Reagan Vinskovich – Women's Basketball

• Men's Unsung Hero Award: Luke Marsh – Baseball

• Joseph A. Bartell Memorial Scholarship Award: Adrie Staib – Volleyball

• Joseph A. Bartell Memorial Scholarship Award: Mason Bille – Baseball

• Joseph A. Bartell Memorial Scholarship Award: Leah Delaney – Women's Track & Field

• Male Athlete of the Year: Khyvon Grace – Men's Wrestling

• Female Athlete of the Year: Cassia Zammit – Women's Wrestling

• Women in Leadership Award: Cassia Zammit – Women's Wrestling

• Male Jack Adams True Topper Award: Dante Spadafora – Men's Basketball

• Female Jack Adams True Topper Award: Grace Hill – Volleyball

West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students' aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at westliberty.edu.