KNOXVILLE, Tn- The Appalachian Athletic Conference Awards have been announced for men's soccer, and Paul Pifer was named to the Champions of Character Team.

Each team may select 1 representative who best embodies the values of integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership.

This year Noah Pifer has demonstrated these characteristics, on and off the field, and has been recognized for doing so.

In addition to Paul Pifer being named to the Champions of Character team, 8 Royals have been named to the All-Academic Team. Matheus Chamusca, Hal Leighton, Nathaniel Peace, Robert Platt, Noah Pifer, Nahom Sintayehu, Trey Whidden, and Russell Winchester were all named to the All-Academic Team.