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The ‘Clemson Rugby Foundation Team Scholar Award’ will be presented for the first time this fall.
The ability to provide scholarships for Clemson rugby team members is a goal that the Foundation is pleased to have reached.
Five individuals were considered for the scholarship based upon contributions to the team, academics, activities, community support and service to the university. There will be two recipients of the ‘Clemson Rugby Foundation Team Scholar Award’.
The fall 2009 recipients are Nolton O’Neal a senior from Hopkins, SC, studying Forest Resource Management and Ethan Picone a sophomore from Danvers, MA, studying History and Japanese.
Ethan came to Clemson with prior rugby experience playing for St. John's Prep, while Nolton has become an integral member of the club with no prior experience. The foundation would like to pass on its congratulations to both students and gratitude to the foundation members/supporters who made the scholarships possible.
"We are thrilled that Nolton and Ethan were honored with the inaugural Clemson Rugby scholarships. Nolton and Ethan exemplify the successful student athlete on and off the field and have demonstrated the work ethic and determination that which every Clemson Rugby member should aspire” said head coach Wright Henry.
“It is our hope that these scholarships will inspire both current and future players to reach their full potential on the pitch and in the classroom."
While the Foundation continues to strive to reach additional short-term goals there is a clear focus on long-term support.
The Foundation will be awarding an additional two $500 awards for new members joining the club this fall. The awards will be presented in the spring of 2010 to the new members that show the best potential, promise, and represent the best of Clemson rugby in all aspects.
The Clemson Rugby Foundation was established in 2007 as non-profit organization. The mission of the Clemson Rugby Foundation is to guide and assist the student members of the CURFC in any endeavors or goals related to rugby, that the team and the Foundation choose to pursue.
The endeavors will be constructive and contribute to the positive image of the sport of rugby or to the CURFC’s status as a student organization at Clemson. To support and/or join the Foundation please visit http://www.clemsonrugby/crf
