Fetterman Award

About The Award

The award is given in memory of Patrick C. Fetterman, long time Associate Director of the ACC Gymnasium. Recipients are honored for their dedication to serving local youth, especially in the area of athletics. The Clark Sports Center makes a presentation of this award at a special gathering of friends, family, and members of the community. A trophy sculpted by Fred Blatt, local artist, is on display at Sports Center and each year the recipients names is added to the engraved plate on the trophy. The intent is to honor a community member with a show of genuine appreciation by the Clark Family, The Clark Foundation, and The Clark Sports Center for all he or she has done for youth and athletics.

The following phrases describe the criteria for the award:

• Must be involved with local youth in the area of athletics.
• Caring, compassionate, and kind.
• Honest, fair, and ethical.
• Unselfish motives and good-hearted.
• Shows good sportsmanship, patience, and sense of humor.
• Teaches through example.
• Is well liked and respected by children and adults.
• Enjoys what he or she is doing.
• Is truly interested in helping children with a positive experience.
• Has direct contact with children, but in their involvement may help with fundraisers, booster clubs, etc.
• May be a coach, referee, umpire, or other organizer.
• Is an excellent role model.