Men's 40-49 Nominees
Steve Tilford * Cyclo-Cross * Topeka, Kan.
Tilford did not disappoint a hometown crowd at USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships in Kansas City, Kan. Against 119 other riders in the men's 45-49 age group. Tilford was out in front from the gun and never looked back. He defended his title convincingly, with the next closest competitor almost two minutes behind.
Gerry Brockman * Ice Hockey * Minneapolis
Brockman was a key part of the Secret Aged Men squad that won a championship in the 40+ age group at the USAdult Hockey Pond Hockey Championships. He averaged five goals and five assists in four games, including the championship game, which was played in a blizzard.
Vinnie Sombrotto * Lacrosse * Port Washington, N.Y.
A National Lacrosse Hall of Fame inductee, Sombrotto led his team, the Slo Moes, to championship of the 2008 Florida Lacrosse Classic. For his effort, he was named MVP of the tournament. The Slo Moes stayed undefeated through four rounds of competition.
Adrian Serrano * Mixed Martial Arts * Milwaukee
In February, Serrano beat a 19-year-old fighter by submission, adding to his extremely high-winning percentage. He has an overall record of 89 wins, 29 losses and four draws in his 12-year career in mixed martial arts. He has fought and held titles in Brazil, Japan and all over the U.S. He also is a two-time Extreme Challenge champion.
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