The DESPYS are DePauw University’s annual athletics awards ceremony, established in 2014 by the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) under the leadership of Michael McManis ’14. Modeled after ESPN’s ESPYS, the event recognizes excellence in Tiger athletics by celebrating outstanding individual performances, team achievements, leadership, and perseverance. The DESPYS has since become a signature tradition, uniting the campus community in honoring the accomplishments and spirit of DePauw student-athletes.