A veritable “Who’s-Who” of sports celebrities were on hand this past Monday, April 19th for the 10th Annual Nassau County Sports Commission awards dinner. The ceremony was held at the Chateau Briand banquet hall in Carle Place, New York.

Our very own Andra Douglas was awarded the Female Professional Athlete of the Year award, complemented by a dozen red roses sent by her parents, Christine and Henry Douglas, who could not attend. The moment was very special indeed. “I’m so very honored by this, the words are difficult to find”, Douglas said.

Andra received this honor in the company of several other distinguished recipients. Among them were: John Velasquez (Breeders Cup Champion), Kellen Winslow II (Tight End, University of Miami), Frank Deford (celebrated sports writer at Sports Illustrated), basketball legend Julius “Dr. J” Erving and retired NFL Quarterback Boomer Esiason, to name a few. The photograph seen here of Andra and Mr. Esiason was significant as they are both quarterbacks, left-handed, and wear number 7 jerseys!

Also on hand from the Sharks organization was wide receiver Dana Sparling and Marketing Director, Bob Leone.

Our congratulations to you, Andra…..you’ve made us proud!

Dana Donahue-Sparling, Bob Leone, Andra Douglas, Boomer Esiason