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Football program holds awards reception
Cardwell, Hampton named co-offensive MVPs; Viloria gets defensive honor

Dallas, Texas -- The SMU football program held its annual Awards Reception on Saturday night in the Stadium Club at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. The following is a list of award winners from the event.

A. Kenneth Pye President's Award (player who contributes the most to the overall success of the football program): Lute Croy

Mike Kelsey Ward (player who displays the attitude, hustle and desire exemplary of the late Mike Kelsey): Johnnie Freeman

Lester Jordan Award (senior letterman who is both outstanding on the field and has the highest GPA the last two semesters): Judson Davis

Charles H. Trigg Blocking Award (outstanding offensive lineman): Steve Reindl

Mustang Club Award - Offense (MVP): Cody Cardwell, John Hampton

Mustang Club Award - Defense (MVP): Vic Viloria

Lettermen's Association Award (player who shows the characteristics of hard work, determination and team spirit typical of a letterman): Kris Briggs

Alumni Association Award (graduating seniors who show outstanding character): James Orr

James T. Bradley "New Mustang" Award (most consistant freshman performer): Daniel Francis

Wild Horse Club (players who exemplify the spirit of the wild mustang through their outstanding efforts during the season): Wesley Medlock

Special Teams Award: Cody Cardwell

With all due respect to Hampton and Cardwell, where was Keylon Kincade when the offensive MVP was voted on? He finished second in the WAC in rushing, and had one of the most productive seasons in SMU history. Maybe they should have split the award three ways, because Kincade deserved at least a share of the award. Cardwell had a strong year, but his best performances were on special teams.

Wait - Hampton and Cardwell are both seniors. Maybe the award went to the SENIOR offensive MVP?

It's good to see Lute Croy get the recognition he deserves. He's been an absolutel warrior during his career at SMU. He'll be sorely missed.