Obomanu Honored For Sportsmanship

Auburn, Ala.--Auburn senior wide receiver Ben Obomanu has been named by the Awards and Recognition Association as one of 10 finalists for the ARA National College Football Sportsmanship Award as announced Wednesday.

To qualify for the award, athletes must be a starting player or significant contributor to the team, be a senior in good academic standing, demonstrate great respect for competitors, school, teammates and coaches, show an ability to accept victory and defeat graciously, convey a high degree of humility and integrity and demonstrate commitment in the classroom and to the community.

The award recognizes outstanding role models in Division I football programs highlighting strong character and athletic excellence as well as sportsmanship, all of which are characters exemplified by Obomanu.

Obomanu runs for a touchdown against Alabama.

A senior from Selma, Ben Obomanu graduates in three years with a degree in finance while maintaining a spot on the Dean’s List. He is also the president of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Auburn and is very active in the Auburn/Opelika community.

Obomanu leads the Tigers with 28 receptions for 295 yards on the year and is second in Auburn history with 18 career touchdown receptions. On the ground, Obomanu has been successful this season as well rushing six times for 139 yards and two touchdowns.

The winner will be selected by a panel of former football coaches, sports and media professionals and representatives from ARA and other complementary organizations and will be announced in mid-December.

Obomanu and the Tigers will return to practice on Dec. 14 following final exams. They are expected to face either Ohio State or Wisconsin in the Capital One Bowl on Jan. 2 at noon in Orlando.