The following finalist athletes exemplify all the positive aspects of sport and have made a positive impact on the Richmond community in 2024.
- Addie Budnik - U of R Women's Basketball
Atlantic Ten women’s Defensive Player of the Year/Tournament Most Outstanding Player - Gracie Ellis - Randolph-Macon Softball
Led ODAC in strikeouts and ERA/VaSID Pitcher of the Year - Carmen Gulliksen - Vintage Boxing
Won first two professional bouts/coach at Vintage Gym - Gillian Smith – Irish National Lacrosse Team
Member Irish national team/Finished 5th in European Championships

The Female Athlete of the Year Award is sponsored by Kings Dominion.
The winner will be announced at the RVA Sports Awards on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Click here to get tickets to the show.