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Applications will be available during the swim season at the pool in
the Cooper Scholarship file box, or can be downloaded or opened here: 2008
Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship Application |
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Jim Cooper |
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Jim
Cooper, affectionately known as “Coop”, first became associated with the
Sugar Land Sharks in the summer of 1995 when his son, Brian, joined the team as
a 6-and-under. A former competitive
swimmer, Jim immediately took great interest and pride in his son’s
enthusiasm for the sport. He was even
more pleased when his daughter, Kristin, also became a Shark in the 2000
season. Until
his untimely death in April 2005, Jim actively pursued building a strong
faith, family, and community. He
believed that the Sugar Land Sharks swim team provides an ideal opportunity
for people of all ages in our community to come together to make new friends,
enjoy wholesome and rewarding physical and social activities, and support
each other in the positive development of our children. He felt that the camaraderie and sense of
family that are a tradition with the Sharks make an important contribution to
our community’s quality of life.
Jim
demonstrated his loyalty and devotion to the team in numerous capacities over
the years. He became a Board member in
1996 and served a total of five years on the Board, including two years as
President. From time to time he served
as a stroke judge, stroke judge coordinator, league representative, and
starter. He was always willing to
lend a hand wherever needed, and he did so with compassion, integrity, and
excellence. One of
Jim’s strongest assets was his communication skill. He was often sought after in difficult
situations because of his common sense and ability to remain calm and
negotiate solutions to problems in a positive manner. His friendly manner, smile, and straw hat
will long be remembered around the pool. The Jim
Cooper Memorial Scholarship was established to commemorate “Coop’s” enormous
contributions to the Sugar Land Sharks, and to encourage the development of
the positive qualities displayed in Jim Cooper’s life. The scholarship is awarded annually to the Sharks
coach, swimmer, or active alumnus who demonstrates leadership, community
spirit and volunteerism, a positive attitude, integrity, and dedication to
the Sharks. The scholarship is offered
to assist the recipient(s) with post-secondary educational expenses because
Jim placed a high value on the education and overall development of all of
our community’s young people. Through
the Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship, we hope that Jim's positive qualities and
dedication to the Sharks will be fostered and recognized in future
generations of the Sharks’ family. |
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Direct contributions can be made
to the “Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship Foundation” by individuals and
businesses. Mail to: Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship c/o Sugar Land Sharks is a 501
(c)(3) non-profit organization. For your tax-deductible gift or
donation, the team EIN is 20-4590990. When we receive your
contribution, we will forward your organization a receipt for Tax Purposes. Thank you! |
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~ 2008 Sponsors ~ Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship |
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BRONZE ($100 - $299) |
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Jay & Connie Harris |
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~ 2007 Sponsors ~ Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship |
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GOLD ($1,000 +) |
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John & Linda Laing Mazie Leftwich |
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SILVER ($300 - $999) |
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"Shark Sign Auction" |
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Anonymous |
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BRONZE ($100 - $299) |
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Dr. & Mrs. Michael Brhlik |
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The Cooper Family |
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The Dang Family |
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Dr. & Mrs. James Ezelle |
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Dr. & Mrs. Richard Fish |
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The Hall Family |
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Dr. Bob McLaughlin |
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RED (up to $99) |
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The Bailey Family |
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Dr. Lisa Balick |
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The Byars
Family |
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Mr. & Mrs. Charles Correll |
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The Cruz Family |
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Mr. & Mrs. Daryl Deci |
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The Gregory Family |
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Dr. & Mrs. Bowes Hamill |
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Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Landry |
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The McHenry Family |
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The Morales Family |
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The Perez Family |
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Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Pflugfelder |
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The Picka
Family |
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The Ripoll Family |
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Mrs. Debbie Roberts |
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The Sweatt Family |
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Writers Group (Mrs. Varsha
Bajaj, Kathy Duval, Marty Graham, & Mr. Russell Sanders) |
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The Rondinaro Family |
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The Stubbs Family |
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3 Anonymous Families |
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~ 2006 Sponsors ~ Jim Cooper Memorial Scholarship |
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GOLD ($1,000 +) |
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John & Linda Laing |
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SILVER ($300 - $999) |
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"Shark Sign Auction" |
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Anonymous |
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BRONZE ($100 - $299) |
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Dr. & Mrs. Michael Brhlik |
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The Cooper Family |
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Mr. & Mrs. Paul Dang |
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Dr. & Mrs. James Ezelle |
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Dr. & Mrs. Richard Fish |
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Dr. Bob McLaughlin |
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The Nelson Family |
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The Sweatt Family |
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RED (up to $99) |
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The Bailey Family |
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Dr. Lisa Balick |
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The Byars
Family |
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Mr. & Mrs. Charles Correll |
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The Cruz Family |
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Mr. & Mrs. Daryl Deci |
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The Gregory Family |
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Dr. & Mrs. Bowes Hamill |
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The Harris Family |
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Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Landry |
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The McHenry Family |
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The Perez Family |
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Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Pflugfelder |
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The Picka
Family |
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The Ripoll Family |
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Mrs. Debbie Roberts |
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Writers Group (Mrs. Varsha
Bajaj, Kathy Duval, Marty Graham, & Mr. Russell Sanders) |
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The Rondinaro Family |
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The Stubbs Family |
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3 Anonymous Families |
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The Jim Cooper Memorial
Scholarship Committee thanks every person, family or group that donated to this worthy
cause. We also thank Linda Jackson for diligently working to publicize the Jim Cooper Memorial
Scholarship. |