University of North Carolina Ashville Athletics
UNC Asheville Athletics Announces Fourth Annual Staff Awards
06.26.2026 | Cross Country, General, Track and Field
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Director of Athletics Janet R. Cone announced the recipients of the UNC Asheville Athletic department's annual staff awards. This year's award ceremony was hosted by Chancellor van Noort.
"Recognizing and celebrating our coaches and athletics staff for their commitment and dedication is one of the highlights of our year," said Cone. "Each of this year's recipients exemplifies the values that define our department and the culture we continue to build. Their leadership, service and commitment to our student-athletes make Asheville Athletics stronger every day."
The 2025-26 staff award recipients are:
Adam Puett
Inclusion Award
Rose Soto-Brown
Excellence Award
Andy Lapple
Dedication Award
Anna Catherine Pritchard
Servant Leader Award
This marks the fourth year the athletic department has recognized coaches and staff through its annual awards celebration. The awards align with the department's strategic plan, Dream Bigger. Achieve More., and its ongoing commitment to fostering a culture of distinction throughout the athletics department.
