Story courtesy Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference: http://www.whac.net/article/3991.php
LIMA, Ohio - The Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference honored Lourdes sports information director Ryan Wronkowicz as the Patrick Moore-Mike Dean SID of the Year at the annual summer meeting hosted by UNOH. The honor, named after former Madonna SID Patrick Moore, who passed away unexpectedly in 2015, and long-time WHAC statistician Mike Dean, recognizes outstanding sports information professionals as chosen by SIDs in the conference. Wronkowicz joined Moore as three-time winners of the award.
In his 17th year in the profession, Wronkowicz just completed his fifth year with Lourdes. He has been an integral part of expanding the Gray Wolves social media presence and implementing live video streaming of games. In addition, he continued the relationship he started with BCSN to provide live and tape-delayed television coverage of sporting events.
"Lourdes is truly blessed to have Ryan on our team," acknowledged athletics director JoAnn Gordon. "This reward is a reflection of his tireless dedication and work ethic in bringing recognition to our student-athletes and the university as whole."
His service is not limited to the athletics department. He sat as a staff advisor for an inaugural student-run organization aimed at promoting Lourdes spirit as a whole on campus and in the community and is a popular member of several committees throughout the school.
Wronkowicz' service spans through the conference and national levels as well. He served on the WHAC softball ratings oversight committee this year and also finished his third year on the NAIA National Players of the Week voting committee. When the WHAC announced the neutral site for its conference softball tournament, Wronkowicz stepped in to make sure the tournament ran smoothly, even though Lourdes did not qualify to participate. He spent countless hours promoting the event and scheduling volunteer coverage. On the national stage, he actively participates in the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) mentorship program and colleagues from all over the country seek guidance and advice from him.
"I am extremely grateful to receive this award from talented fellow SIDs in the WHAC, which makes honor very special," said Wronkowicz. "The credit for such an honor goes to the wonderful student-athletes, coaches, and staff here at Lourdes who allow me to work with them and promote their accolades on a daily basis."
Wronkowicz earned his degree from Bowling Green University in 1999 and completed his master's in sports administration in 2005 from Valparaiso University. His name is now forwarded to the national level in consideration for the NAIA SID of the Year award.
All-Time WHAC Patrick Moore-Mike Dean SID of the Year Award Winners
2007-08 – Mike Dean, Aquinas
2008-09 – Aaron Sagraves, Davenport
2009-10 – Patrick Moore, Madonna
2010-11 – Patrick Moore, Madonna
2011-12 – Patrick Moore, Madonna
2012-13 – Ryan Wronkowicz, Lourdes
2013-14 – Ryan Wronkowicz, Lourdes
2014-15 – Tim Johnston, Marygrove
2015-16 – Dawn Harmon, WHAC
2016-17 – Ryan Wronkowicz, Lourdes