MIAMI, Fla. (April 16, 2021) - The Sun Conference announced its specialty awards for the 2021 women's flag football season on Friday afternoon. 

St. Thomas University (STU) quarterback Jada Graham was selected as the 2021 Co-Player of the Year, with Sierra Harris from Webber International University. Kayla Alvarez also earned the Sun Conference Co-Champion of Character, alongside RayGene Garner (Webber International).

Graham, who was named to the first All-Conference offensive team, receives the inaugural Co-Sun Conference Player of the Year award. The freshman totaled 587-yards through the air for the Bobcats with four passing touchdowns while adding 391 rushing yards and five touchdowns.

Burzanko Quote "Jada is incredibly talented, and her growth, as a player and leader, throughout the season has been incredible," said Burzanko. "She has led through example on the field and helped our team take advantage of the limitless opportunities provided by STU."

Alvarez, named the first Co-Champion of Character for the Sun Conference in Women's Flag Football, served as a team captain for the Bobcats in the program's inaugural season. Alvarez held a 4.0-grade point average during her freshman year and motivated her teammates throughout the season. 

"Kayla has been a leader for the team and helped established our team culture," added Burzanko. "She's the ultimate team player, always striving to help and support her teammates while being a leader for life."

St. Thomas University hosts the inaugural Women's Flag Football Sun Conference Championship on Saturday, April 17, at Monsignor Pace High School. STU takes on Webber International in the semi-final round at 12 p.m.