First awarded in 1996, it was named after former University of Arkansas men's athletic director Frank Broyles.
The nominees are narrowed down to just five finalists, all of whom are invited to Little Rock, Arkansas for the annual Broyles Award ceremony.
The Broyles Award Trophy, made out of solid bronze, depicts Broyles (kneeling) and longtime University of Arkansas assistant coach Wilson Matthews (standing), watching over a Razorbacks football game or practice.
Matthews was the coach of Little Rock Central High School before joining Broyles on the Razorbacks' staff.
The selection committee for the Frank Broyles Award includes many respected coaches from around the nation.