TEMPE, Ariz. – Arizona State senior running back Jacom Brimhall has been nominated for the 2017 Burlsworth Trophy, according to an announcement by the Springdale (Ark.) Rotary Club. The annual award is given to the most outstanding football player in America who began their career as a walk-on and has shown outstanding performance on the field.
A valued member of the Sun Devil offense and special teams, Brimhall was a local star at Mesa Mountain View where he rushed for 3,119 yards and 35 touchdowns the last two seasons of his high school career. After serving a Latter Day Saints mission in Mexico City for two years Brimhall joined the Sun Devils as a walk-on in 2014 and one year later was placed on full scholarship.
Brimhall, who is also a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy (recognizes the top football scholar-athlete in the nation), graduated from ASU in less than four years, earning his undergraduate degree in exercise and wellness last May and is currently competing as a graduate student. His role on the field has gradually increased each year as a Sun Devil.
The Burlsworth Trophy is named in honor of Brandon Burlsworth, a former University of Arkansas walk-on and All-American offensive lineman. The foundation announced the 63 players nominated from Division I schools across the country, including athletes from fellow Pac-12 schools Washington State, California, USC, Arizona, UCLA and Colorado.
"In the eighth year of this award, I continue to be in awe of the work ethic and determination of all our nominees." said Marty Burlsworth, CEO and founder of the Burlsworth Foundation and older brother of Brandon. "Beginning their college career as a walk-on and overcoming incredible obstacles is truly inspiring."
The Brandon Burlsworth Foundation, in conjunction with Springdale Rotary Club, will hold an awards ceremony on December 4, 2017 to honor the three finalists and announce the winner of the 2017 trophy. The ceremony will take place in Springdale, Ark.
The Sun Devils (4-4, 3-2 Pac-12) return to action on Saturday (6 p.m. PT) when they host Colorado (5-4, 2-4) in their annual Salute to Service game. Fans can watch the matchup on Pac-12 Network and listen on 98.7 FM Arizona Sports.
A valued member of the Sun Devil offense and special teams, Brimhall was a local star at Mesa Mountain View where he rushed for 3,119 yards and 35 touchdowns the last two seasons of his high school career. After serving a Latter Day Saints mission in Mexico City for two years Brimhall joined the Sun Devils as a walk-on in 2014 and one year later was placed on full scholarship.
Brimhall, who is also a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy (recognizes the top football scholar-athlete in the nation), graduated from ASU in less than four years, earning his undergraduate degree in exercise and wellness last May and is currently competing as a graduate student. His role on the field has gradually increased each year as a Sun Devil.
The Burlsworth Trophy is named in honor of Brandon Burlsworth, a former University of Arkansas walk-on and All-American offensive lineman. The foundation announced the 63 players nominated from Division I schools across the country, including athletes from fellow Pac-12 schools Washington State, California, USC, Arizona, UCLA and Colorado.
"In the eighth year of this award, I continue to be in awe of the work ethic and determination of all our nominees." said Marty Burlsworth, CEO and founder of the Burlsworth Foundation and older brother of Brandon. "Beginning their college career as a walk-on and overcoming incredible obstacles is truly inspiring."
The Brandon Burlsworth Foundation, in conjunction with Springdale Rotary Club, will hold an awards ceremony on December 4, 2017 to honor the three finalists and announce the winner of the 2017 trophy. The ceremony will take place in Springdale, Ark.
The Sun Devils (4-4, 3-2 Pac-12) return to action on Saturday (6 p.m. PT) when they host Colorado (5-4, 2-4) in their annual Salute to Service game. Fans can watch the matchup on Pac-12 Network and listen on 98.7 FM Arizona Sports.