The Erie Times-News is once again putting community at the forefront with its annual Northwestern Pennsylvania High School Sports Awards, a highly anticipated celebration of local talent and achievement.

Presented in partnership with Sports Medicine at AHN Saint Vincent and as part of the national USA TODAY High School Sports Awards program, the event will take place June 23 at the historic Warner Theatre in downtown Erie.

Each year, this vibrant, high-energy awards show honors standout athletes, coaches and teams from across Northwestern Pennsylvania and District 10. From Players of the Year in every high school sport to prestigious recognitions like Rookie of the Year, Coaches of the Year, Lifetime Achievement and the Courage Award, the event is a powerful testament to the region’s deep well of athletic excellence.

Jason Kipnis to deliver keynote

This year’s guest speaker is two-time MLB All-Star Jason Kipnis, whose decade-long career with the Cleveland Indians included five postseason appearances and a trip to the 2016 World Series. His message to the next generation of athletes is expected to inspire and resonate long after the final award is handed out.

The show is a celebration of community pride and connection. Awards are curated and selected by the Erie Times-News sports staff. Nominees enjoy red carpet moments, special recognition in “The Clubhouse” area, and opportunities to share their season highlights with the world using #NWPAHSSA and #USATODAYHSSA.

Nominated athletes attend for free, with friends, families and fans welcome to join in what has become one of the region’s most meaningful nights for local sports. 

Through initiatives like this, the Erie Times-News continues to demonstrate the vital role local journalism plays in uplifting communities and spotlighting hometown heroes.