Jackson Koivun, a junior golfer at Auburn University, has established himself as a dominant force in collegiate golf, winning numerous accolades including the prestigious Jack Nicklaus Award for 2026, making him the first player in history to win all three major college golfer awards more than once. Throughout his career, he has led the Auburn Tigers to two NCAA team titles and has been named SEC Player of the Year twice. His individual accomplishments include winning the SEC individual championship three times and achieving the No. 1 ranking in the World Amateur Golf Rankings, recognized by the Mark H. McCormack Medal. Koivun's remarkable performance at the Amer Indi Invitational in Hawaii, where he recorded back-to-back rounds of 62, set a new NCAA record. As he prepares to turn professional, having already secured his PGA Tour card, Koivun aims to become the world's No. 1 golfer, driven by his competitive spirit and dedication to the sport. He will be honored at the Alabama Sports Writers Association Convention, recognizing his outstanding contributions to amateur athletics.