Chip Towers has a good recap of the men’s basketball banquet. Be sure you see the highlight video of the SEC Tournament produced by the Tip-Off Club.

I have to tip my cap again to Dave Bliss. We all know that he wasn’t the highest-rated prospect ever signed by Georgia. He had to play raw right out of the gate. Crippling back problems limited his progress and playing time. To use one of Dennis Felton’s favorite terms, it was gratifying to see Bliss recognized as a leader and important part of this team and program. To earn co-MVP honors alongside a star like Gaines is a tremendous accomplishment for anyone.

The list of awards (thanks to Towers):

Individual Workout Award (weightroom, conditioning, etc): G Terrance Woodbury

Most Improved: C Albert Jackson

Take Charge Award: G Corey Butler

Academic Award: C David Bliss

Best Rebounder: G Sundiata Gaines

Best Playmaker: Gaines

Best Defender: Bliss

Junkyard Dawg Award: Bliss

Kevin Brophy Heart and Hustle Award: Bliss

Team MVP: Bliss and Gaines