CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RAM Pavement recently presented their "Paving the Way Award" to an Appalachian State University student-athlete. The inaugural recipient was Anthony Conetta, who received $5,000 toward a charity of his choice during the school's annual award event held on April 29 in Boone, North Carolina. This award was created to recognize student-athletes making a meaningful impact through volunteer work and community involvement. This year marks the first of a three-year commitment focused on encouraging service beyond athletics and academics.
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