Sul Ross State University head softball and volleyball coach Troy Canaba is the 2018 recipient of the Academic Excellence in Coaching Award.

Monday's announcement came during a Letter Winner's ceremony at the Pete P. Gallego Center.

The Academic Excellence in Coaching Award honors Sul Ross coaches who recognize and promote the importance of academic achievement and foster an environment leading to graduation of student-athletes.

This is the third year for the AEC Award.

Past recipients include head baseball coach Bobby Mesker and former strength and conditioning coach C.J. Richardson.