Michael Sadler and Sam Foltz were shining examples of what it takes for a student-athlete to be successful on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities.
Sadler, former punter for the Michigan State Spartans, and Foltz, then punter for the Nebraska Cornhuskers were tragically killed in a car accident, survived by then LSU kicker Colby Delahoussaye.
Both Mike and Sam left a legacy that has inspired others, and will continue to inspire others to dream big, work hard, and do good with the time we are given.
In their honor, the Michael Sadler Award and the Sam Foltz Award is presented annually to two athletes that have shown to be exemplary on the field and off.
2020 Winners
2019 Winners
2018 Winners
2017 Winners
With three of the four specialists taken in the 2021 NFL Draft, and the undrafted free agent signings that have followed, the legacy of Kohl's athletes moving on to the NFL has remained strong. With the opening of the Kohl's National Training Center in Texas, the ability for Kohl's NFL Draft eligible kickers, punters, and long snappers to prepare for the NFL Combine and Pro Day has reached a new level.
26 of the last 35 NFL drafted specialists over the past 8 years have been Kohl's attendees. Here's a look at all 31 Kohl's athletes taken in the NFL Draft and how involved they were with the Kohl's Staff.
