The Old Grad Award carries a proud tradition that stretches back over a century. While the award itself was officially founded in the 1940s, its roots reach to 1894—when the earliest honorees competed on Atlantic County fields and courts. Revived and preserved through the dedication of the McCabe family and local sports advocates, the award honors not just athletic excellence, but the enduring spirit of community, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Today, it stands as a living tribute to generations of student-athletes who have shaped the region’s rich athletic history.