Andy Isaac, the longtime Detroit sports enthusiast who passed away earlier this year after a battle with cancer, will receive the Courage Award from the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame.

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The Hall of Fame made the announcement in a press release that also announced other inductees and awardees.

Isaac, 45, will be honored posthumously with the "Courage Award," which was last given in 2013, according to the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame .

"This award is a special honor to recognize individuals who serve as role models to all athletes," the hall of fame said in a press release.

Tickets are available for the event on Friday, Dec. 19, at

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