NASHVILLE, Tenn. – On Dec. 13, former Boston College baseball captain and ALS patient and advocate Pete Frates was presented the 2017 NCAA Inspiration Award by NCAA president Dr. Mart Emmert in his home in Beverly, Mass. On Wednesday night, his father John and brother Andrew accepted the award on his behalf from William V. Campbell Director of Athletics Brad Bates at the annual NCAA Honors Celebration at the Gaylord Opry Resort & Convention Center.
"The Inspiration Award is given to someone who displays determination, perseverance and as a consequence, serves as a role model to others," host Jack Ford said.