In 1987 the Al Arke Award was established in memory of long-time official Al Arke. This award was established to honor individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the sport of volleyball in Western Pennsylvania.
The Awardees are:
1987 Bruno Krsul & Jack Quinn
1988 Sheron Watson
1989 Bob Miller & Rich Schall
1990 Denny Patton
1991 Dan Brown & Joe Hardiman
1992 Donna Pfeifer & Rich Tatrn
1993 Mike Larko & Joe Silipo
1994 Larry Bach
1995-2011 (No banquets or awardees)
2012 John Roebuck
2016 Ellen Toy