Sports Figure of the Month

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Each Month, Presidio Sports recognizes a local sports figure for their extraordinary contribution to the Santa Barbara athletic community.

It is our way to recognize those who have made a positive impact, whether it is an outstanding athletic performance, a lifetime achievement award, or perhaps a philanthropic athletic booster.

This award is made possible by American Riviera Bank.

Feel free to email worthy candidates for Sports Figure of the Month to info@presidiosports.com.

CURRENT SPORTS FIGURE OF MONTH: Andre Barbieri

Andre Barbieri

The Grand Finale of our inaugural 2011 Presidio Sports Sports Figure of the Month series celebrates the indomitable positive power of the human spirit — especially following one of life’s darkest moments.

Nine months after a horrific Mammoth snowboarding accident damn near killed him and claimed most of his left leg, Andre Barbieri — our December Sports Figure of the Month Honoree — is achieving triumph over tragedy with uncommon grace, humility, sheer will and sense of humor.

“He’s the most positive person I know before AND after the accident,” says friend and new boss Kelly MacDougall.

Throughout this life-changing ordeal, the Brazilian Barbieri, 30, keeps a healthy perspective…

Click Here to Read Full Length Story on Andre Barbieri

Previous Presidio Sports Sports Figures of the Month:

December, 2011: Andre Barbieri
November, 2011: Lauren Stratman
October, 2011: Rich Hanna
September, 2011: Lauren Capone
August, 2011: Orlando Johnson
July, 2011: Bill Pintard
June, 2011: John & Mardi Warkentin
May, 2011: Lakey Peterson
April, 2011: Van Latham
March, 2011: Ethel Byers
February, 2011: Kiley Neushul