Diego Pavia, Candice Lee among Vanderbilt honorees by Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

TL;DR

Diego Pavia was honored as the Male Amateur Athlete of the Year by the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, while Candice Lee received the Tennessean of the Year award. Additionally, Vanderbilt's women's basketball team was named the Female Amateur Team of the Year.

Key points

Diego Pavia named Male Amateur Athlete of the Year
Candice Lee awarded Tennessean of the Year
Vanderbilt women's basketball team recognized as Female Amateur Team of the Year
Candice Lee is the first athletic administrator at Vanderbilt to receive this honor
Awards recognize contributions to society through sports

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Diego Pavia, Candice Lee among Vanderbilt honorees by Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia was named the Male Amateur Athlete of the Year by the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, while athletic director Candice Lee was named Tennessean of the Year and the women's basketball team was named the Female Amateur Team of the Year, the program announced in a release May 13.

Lee is the first athletic administrator at Vanderbilt to receive the award, which according to the hall of fame's website, “honors an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to our society through sports or other methods, demonstrating strong character and high profile leadership.”

Vanderbilt tight end Emmanuel Adebi, left. and tight end Eli Stowers, right, run drills during football pro day at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 20, 2026.

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia runs the 40 yard dash during football pro day at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 20, 2026.

Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers receives a pass during football pro day at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 20, 2026.

Q&A

Who is Diego Pavia and what award did he receive?

Diego Pavia is a Vanderbilt athlete who was named the Male Amateur Athlete of the Year by the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.

What recognition did Candice Lee receive from the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame?

Candice Lee was honored as the Tennessean of the Year, becoming the first athletic administrator at Vanderbilt to receive this award.

Which Vanderbilt team was recognized by the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame?

Vanderbilt's women's basketball team was named the Female Amateur Team of the Year.

What criteria does the Tennessean of the Year award consider?

The award honors individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to society through sports or other methods, demonstrating strong character and leadership.