Portland State freshman football player Nevin Lewis was honored on Sunday evening for his high school achievements, winning the Johnny Carpenter Prep Athlete of the Year, at the Oregon Sports Awards on the Nike World Campus.

Lewis, from Culver, OR and Culver High School, was named the state's Prep Athlete of the Year at the 58th annual event for the 4A/3A/2A/1A level. Lewis was a co-recipient in his category along with Jordan Poyer of Astoria High School.

In 2009, Lewis captured the Oregon Class 2A track and field championships in the 100, 200, and 400 meters, as well as the long jump, setting meet records in each event. He had the state's fastest 400 of the year (48.23).

Lewis was named All-League and All-State as a quarterback at Culver in the fall of 2008. He was also a four-year starter on the basketball team, earning All-League honors.

This past fall, the 6-2, 195-pound Lewis joined the Viking football program as a wide receiver. He played in eight games, starting three as a true freshman. Lewis caught five passes for 45 yards and a touchdown during the season. He is a strong candidate for a starting role with the Vikings in 2010.

Also recognized at the Oregon Sports Awards was former Viking Football Coach Mouse Davis, who was given a Merit Award for his service and achievement during a coaching career spanning more than 50 years.