OMAHA, Neb. (KLFY) – Louisiana’s Lee Amedee was named as the national winner of the second annual Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy, honoring NCAA baseball student-athletes who exemplify the Gwynn legacy.
Amedee, a four-year letterwinner for Louisiana, was selected from a group of nine finalists, in a vote by NCBWA board members, select college baseball coaches and national media members. Amedee, the second player from a Louisiana school to earn the national award in its two-year history, was presented with the award during a press conference prior to the start of the 2026 College World Series.
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The Gwynn Trophy, conceptualized for the 2025 season, is intended to honor collegiate baseball student-athletes who are active in their community and represent their programs with integrity, while exceling in the classroom and on the field.
“It means the world to me to receive the Tony Gwynn Community Award,” Amedee said. “I’m honored to represent the University of Louisiana and the Ragin’ Cajuns baseball program with this award. I want to thank my teammates, coaches, and family for making me the man I am today.”…