Falcons on top at Atlanta Sports Awards

Two UGA greats: Georgia running back Nick Chubb (left) chats with Heisman Trophy winner Herschel Walker at the Atlanta Sports Awards.  (Photo courtesy of the Atlanta Sports Awards)

Two UGA greats: Georgia running back Nick Chubb (left) chats with Heisman Trophy winner Herschel Walker at the Atlanta Sports Awards.  (Photo courtesy of the Atlanta Sports Awards)

The Atlanta Sports Council honored Atlanta’s outstanding athletes, coaches, teams and community contributors during the 12th annual Atlanta Sports Awards Thursday night.

Here’s a list of the winners:

Coach of the Year Presented by The Home Depot

  • Dan Quinn – Atlanta Falcons 

Collegiate Athlete of the Year Presented by AT&T

  • Nick Chubb – University of Georgia Football

High School Athlete of the Year Presented by Mizuno

  • Gabby Curry – Buford High School Volleyball

Professional Athlete of the Year Presented by SunTrust Sports & Entertainment

  • Matt Ryan – Atlanta Falcons

Team of the Year Presented by PrimeSport

  • Atlanta Falcons 

Moment of the Year Presented by Mercedes-Benz USA

  • Atlanta Falcons NFC Championship

Lifetime Achievement Award presented by Coca-Cola 

  • Arthur Blank, Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United owner

Community Spirit Award presented by Georgia Power, a Southern Company 

  • Craig Sager, longtime sports broadcaster[Summary]