Boise State Athletics’ Samantha Wade Recognized with National Award
5/19/2025 3:45:00 PM | Football, General
Assistant AD for Performance Nutrition honored for achieving undeniable impact in field
The American Sports and Performance Dietitians Association (ASPDA) announced today that Samantha Wade, Boise State assistant athletic director for performance nutrition, was recognized with the ASPDA Outstanding Early Career Achievement Award which recognizes a sports dietitian, with two-six years of experience, in sports and performance nutrition who displays an outstanding commitment to excellence and professional growth. The awards were announced during the ASPDA 17th Annual Conference on May 15 in Scottsdale, Ariz.
"Sam's impact at Boise State has been nothing short of transformational," said Marc Paul, Associate Athletic Director, Sports Performance, Health & Wellness. "Her dedication to athlete well-being, her pursuit of innovation in performance nutrition, and her tireless work ethic have elevated our entire program. This national recognition is a well-deserved reflection of the excellence she brings to our department every day."
Wade joined the Boise State Sports Performance, Health and Wellness department in September 2021 and currently serves as an assistant athletic director of performance nutrition for all 18 sport programs, with an emphasis on football.
She is responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the nutrition department that includes Bronco Fueling Stations at multiple venues, coordinating the Performance Nutrition Education Program, and serving as a resource for student-athletes, coaches and staff.
Wade received her Master of Nutrition Sciences from the University of Utah and Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences from Penn State University.
ASPDA members are nominated by the association's members and voted on by the Board of Directors. Their work in their professional field throughout their career is carefully considered when selections are made. Each award recognizes those that are making a positive, undeniable impact in their respective categories.
A complete list of award winners is below.
Perseverance Award
Mindy Black MS, RD, CSSD, Jacksonville Jaguars
Recognition of courage, resilience, and ongoing determination while overcoming challenges in their efforts to enhance the profession and ASPDA.
Excellence Award
Ted Harper, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, ACSM-EP, New England Patriots
Recognition of the highest quality of care to athletes and for extraordinary dedication to the profession and to ASPDA.
Trailblazer Award
Megan Lautz, MS, RD, CSCS, TSAC-F, Fairfax County Public Safety
Recognition of the visionary goals and groundbreaking innovation brought to the profession and to ASPDA.
Service Award
Samantha Partida, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, University of Texas at Austin
Recognition of the invaluable contributions and outstanding service given to the profession and to ASPDA.
Outstanding Early Career Achievement Award
Samantha Wade MS, RD, CSSD, Boise State University
Recognition of an ASPDA Sports RD member with two-six years of experience in sports and performance nutrition who displays an outstanding commitment to excellence and professional growth.
About ASPDA
The American Sports and Performance Dietitians Association's mission is to create leaders who elevate the profession of sports and performance nutrition through ethical, science-based, cutting-edge care. ASPDA represents the majority of advanced practice registered dietitians in the United States who work full-time with athletes in colleges, professional sports, Olympic and Paralympic training centers, the U.S. Military, private practice, and in performance centers. Visit ASPDA for more information.
