Minot State Athletics honors year’s best at 2026 BESPY Awards

2025-26 BESPY Award Winners

Most Improved Student-Athlete: Mallory Hoogensen SB
Supporter of the Year: Pat Arntson, Beaver strength and conditioning
Dam Builder: Mike Williamson BA
Faculty Liaison of the Year- Dr. Kristi Berg
Female Athlete- Katie Newberry SB
Male Athlete- Colby Joseph MIH
Ms. Beaver- Sara Van Wickler SB
Mr. Beaver- Conner Meldrim BA
Team of the Year- Men's Hockey
Team Spirit- Softball
Newcomer of the Year- Cole Faircloth MWR
Comeback Player of the Year- Maya Vibeto VB/WBB
Performance of the Year- Journey Miller WIH
Moment of the Year: Men's Hockey
Coach of the Year: Adam Daley WSO
Community Service Team Award: Minot State football (58 hours of community service)
Beaver Cup: Football