2023 "Artist in Residence" by KY Music Hall of Fame
2018 "Thumbpicker of the Year" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2018 1st Place Winner at the Wayne Henderson Festival and Competition
2017 1st Place Winner Renfro Valley Talent Contest
2017 Recording of the Year for "Breezin' Through Life" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2016 Recording of the Year for "Whimsical Smiles" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2015 "Thumbpicker of the Year" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2014 Horizon Award Winner by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2014 Grand Champion in Home of the Legends Thumbpicking Contest
