What Does an Athlete of Character Look Like?
Being a Champion of Character is a choice:
Show RESPECT for yourself, your teammates, your coach, your opponent, and the officials.
Take RESPONSIBILITY for yourself and your school work.
Show INTEGRITY by being honest, and making your actions meet your words.
Show SERVANT LEADERSHIP by helping others less fortunate than yourself.
Show SPORTSMANSHIP by practicing ethical behavior, holding yourself accountable to the rules, and treating your opponent fairly.

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Volleyball Receives Champions of Character Award

- January 2010

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and Champions of Character founding partner Buffalo Funds present Buffalo Funds Five Star Awards for each of the NAIA's 23 championship sports. The William Woods University volleyball program was recently awarded the Buffalo Funds Five Star Award for its dedication and implementation of the Champions of Character program's five core values: respect, responsibility, integrity, servant leadership and sportsmanship. The Owls, who compete in the American Midwest Conference, are led by head coach Jenny Mueller. This marks the first time the volleyball team has won the award. This is the third time a team from William Woods has won the award (Softball 2007 and 2009).

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