NFFSAC 12th Man Award Application 2026

Thank you for your interest in becoming a National Football Foundation, Southern Arizona Chapter (NFFSAC) 12th Man, in Tribute to Joel Favara, Nominee. The following application will require personal information input, short paragraph writing, nominee's unofficial transcript and athletic/academic resume* upload, and two (2) Letters of Recommendation. The Letters of recommendation may come from the student-athlete's Head Coach, Position Coach, teacher, school administrator, communicty leader or employer. The Nominee must be a senior, student-athlete who is part of the 2025 high school flag football or tackle football program; as a player or support personnel. Additionally, the following guidelines for acceptance of a nomination shall apply:

1. Student-athlete must show a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA) based on a 4.0 scale.

2. An unofficial & unlocked copy of the student-athlete's transcripts through November 2025

3. A complete application with all materials requested** by SUNDAY, December 14, 2025

* An Athletic/Academic Resume is requested, not required

**Letters of Recommendation may be uploaded with this application or submitted electronically to nffsoaz@gmail.com no later than Thursday, December 18, 2025.

WE WILL ONLY RECEIVE AND REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA THIS PORTAL.

The 12th Man Award Committe will review, score and blind select the finalists for the NFFSAC 12th Man Award. For more information on the NFFSAC and our recognition programs visit www.nffsoaz.org

Student-Athlete's Name*

First NameLast Name

What is your age as of April 15, 2026

High School Name*

Student-Athlete's Cellular Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Student-Athlete's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Student-Athlete's Email (please use an email outside of school-assigned address)*

example@example.com

Student-Athlete's Twitter Handle*

N/A if you do not have one

Student-Athlete's Instagram Handle*

N/A if you do not have one

Football Program Twitter Handle*

N/A if you do not have one

Football Program Instagram Handle*

N/A if you do not have one

Parent or Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent or Guardian Name

First NameLast Name

Parent or Guardian Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Parent or Guardian Email*

example@example.com

Head Football Coach *

First NameLast Name

Head Coach's Email*

example@example.com

Athletic Director's Name*

First NameLast Name

Athletic Director's Email*

example@example.com

High School Sport(s) played and lettered*

Upload a PDF of an Athletic & Academic Resume

This is not a requirement

Upload your unofficial transcripts Here*

What is your unweighted GPA? blanks* What is your weighted GPA?blank*

Narrate a personal story from your life where you demonstrated grit and/or perseverance; it may be football related or an instance outside of your football experience.

Describe a personal situation when you were inspired by someone or how you inspired someone else during your time with your football program.

Detail your experience(s) in community service, leadership, civic engagement and any instances where you demonstrated outstanding character; Include the purpose of these experiences and their outcomes (Example: Volunteer spirit, employment, scouting, FFA org,et al.).*

Describe your academic accomplishments, achievements and any challenging courses you have taken (e.g., Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, CTE).*

Share your involvement within the football program. How many years where you involved, what role(s) and include any notable impactor achievements within the team and your position as a player or key personnel.*

What regional, state and national athletic honors have you received; they may tied to football and/or another sport? *

Tell us about your athletic history

Upload PDF Letter of Recommendation #1

Upload PDF of Letter of Recommendation #2

Who is filling out this application?*

High School CoachParent or GuardianStudent-AthleteOther