Evans named Southeast Region Athletic Director of the Year

ORLANDO -- University of Georgia Director of Athletics Damon Evans was named Tuesday as recipient of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Under Armour Football Bowl Subdivision Southeast Region Athletic Director of the Year.

He will be recognized during the 44th Annual NACDA Convention at the James J. Corbett Luncheon on Saturday, June 20, at the World Center Marriott Resort in Orlando, Florida.

NACDA Executive Director Mike Cleary explains the ADOY Award is essential because it highlights the efforts of athletics directors at all levels for their commitment and positive contributions to campuses and their surrounding communities.

"Our Honors and Awards Committee recognized a need for an award such as the AD of the Year," said Cleary. "The program brings to light the exceptional jobs done by athletics directors across the country. These winners in each region and level exemplify that, providing us with a group of outstanding athletics directors who excel at their jobs."

Evans was named Director of Athletics at UGA in December, 2003, and assumed the position July 1, 2004, at the age of 34. Since he took over, Georgia has won 13 national team championships in five different sports.