Washington's Belton Awarded Al Lucas Hero Jason Foundation Award
Published on July 20, 2018 under Arena Football League (AFL) News Release
LAS VEGAS - The Arena Football League has announced that Washington Valor DB Tracy Belton has been named the Al Lucas Hero Jason Foundation Award Winner.
The Al Lucas Hero Jason Foundation Award is presented annually to the player who makes the most significant contribution to both his community and the game of Arena Football. The award was created in honor of Al Lucas, the late Los Angeles Avengers lineman to who believed in both giving back to his community and growing the AFL. The Jason Foundation is dedicated to the prevention of youth suicide through education and awareness programs.
Belton (6'0, 185, UMass) is consistently active in all Valor community initiatives in addition to his on-field and locker room leadership. He has spent time with children at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital in conjunction with the MSE Foundation and Hope for Henry, sharing Valor gear, playing games, and taking photos. Belton also visited the families of wounded veterans at the Fisher House, sharing stories and making time for photos. His infectious smile and charisma is highlighted in every setting when out in the community. On the field, Belton leads the Valor defense with 31 total tackles, one tackle for-a-loss, six pass breakups, and one forced fumble during the regular season.
Al Lucas Hero Jason Foundation Award
YEAR PLAYER TEAM
2018 Tracy Belton Washington
2017 The Jason Foundation
2016 Collin Taylor Cleveland
2015 David Hyland San Jose
2014 J.J. Raterink Los Angeles
2013 Nick Davila Arizona
2012 John Dutton Cleveland
2011 Kenny McEntyre Orlando
2008 Mike Brown Philadelphia
2007 John Dutton Colorado
2006 Kenny McEntyre Orlando
2002 Chuck Winters Detroit
2001 James Baron Nashville
2000 Michael Baker Grand Rapids
1999 Latish Kinsler New Jersey
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