Hagon Kim’s impact on the UNBC Timberwolves extends far beyond the soccer pitch, and now his commitment to excellence, leadership and community has earned him national recognition.
Today (Wednesday), the fourth-year defender was named the recipient of the 2026 U SPORTS Men’s Soccer Community Service Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to his team, university and the community of Prince George.
He also becomes the second Timberwolf to capture the award, joining alumnus Francesco Bartolillo who earned the same honour back in 2018.
“We are incredibly proud of Hagon for his resilience, and for the positive example he has set throughout his time as a Timberwolf. Being recognized as the U SPORTS Community Service Award winner is an extraordinary achievement and speaks volumes about the kind of person and leader he is,” shared UNBC’s Director of Athletics and Recreation, Loralyn Murdoch.
“Hagon has consistently demonstrated that being a student-athlete is about so much more than what happens in competition. His commitment to his teammates, his academic pursuits and, most importantly, his community embodies the values that we strive to instill in all of our student-athletes. The impact he has helped create through TSAS, particularly with the record-breaking MVP campaign in 2026, is something that will be felt well beyond his time at UNBC. We are fortunate to have Hagon represent our program and university, and this national recognition is incredibly well deserved.”
As current President of the Timberwolves Student-Athlete Society (TSAS), Kim has made a lasting impression throughout his time at UNBC.
His contributions have been felt in three distinct areas: his commitment to his teammates on the field, his pursuit of academic excellence and, perhaps most importantly, his dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Kim started in all 15 games in which he appeared and recording two goals and one assist. Across 58 career appearances, he has started every contest and has totalled five goals and seven assists for 12 points.
In the classroom, Kim, earned his first U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian distinction in 2025-26, posting an exceptional 4.22 GPA.
Kim also played a pivotal role in the society’s annual MVP campaign which raised more than $12,000 to support a local family rebuilding their lives after escaping domestic violence.
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