MICHIGAN

From the Great Lakes to the Motor City, Michigan is a state steeped in sports tradition, with a proud legacy of producing exceptional athletes and coaches. This year, we’re bringing our mission to highlight positivity, leadership, and character to the heart of this vibrant sports community. Whether it’s on the gridiron, hardwood, ice, or field, Positive Athlete will honor the individuals who inspire with their resilience, teamwork, and impact both in competition and their communities. In a state celebrated for its high-level sports and passionate fans, we’re proud to recognize the positivity that truly defines greatness.

NOMINATE

WINNERS

SOCIAL

PARTNERS & ALLIANCES

AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS

BRING FORTH GREATNESS AWARDS

Six, $5,000 college scholarships given to student-athletes that are bringing forth greatness by the impact they have on their community and inspiration they provide to those around them.

MALE O.P.E.R.A.T.E. AWARD

One, $2,500 college scholarship given to the male high school student-athlete who O.P.E.R.A.T.E.S. with all Seven Definitions of a Positive Athlete in Michigan.

FEMALE O.P.E.R.A.T.E. AWARD

One, $2,500 college scholarship given to the female high school student-athlete who O.P.E.R.A.T.E.S. with all Seven Definitions of a Positive Athlete in Michigan.

BUILT DIFFERENT AWARDS

Two $1,000 college scholarships awarded to one male and one female Michigan high school student-athlete who embody the Detroit Tigers' "Built Different" mindset through exceptional grit, character, leadership, and service.