The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) selected the Wahawks' longtime leader to receive the organization's Golden Plaque of Distinction Award.
The IGHSAU's Golden Plaque of Distinction Award honors an Iowa coach who has demonstrated a successful career while making notable contributions toward school, community and the coaching profession. Pappas was honored at halftime of the Class-2A State Championship game on Friday (March 4, 2016).