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2006 Inductees

 

Carolyn Drose receives her Hall of Fame plaque from Commission Chairman Jeff Gladwell

Darius Rucker receives his Hall of Fame plaque from Commission Chairman Jeff Gladwell
Carolyn Drose and Darius Rucker were named the inaugural inductees into the St. Andrew’s Parks and Playground Hall of Fame at the agency’s holiday party Dec. 2.Carolyn Drose was honored for more than 30 years of dedicated service to St. Andrew’s, in which she serve as administrative assistant, assistant director and Executive Director. Upon retirement, she received the title of Director Emeritus. St. Andrew’s highest honor, Employee of the year is named in her honor:
The Carolyn Drose Award.

Darius Rucker, lead singer for the Grammy-award winning band Hootie and the Blowfish, was active in St. Andrew’s Parks and Playground from 1974-1979. Rucker began participating in multiple sports with the organization when he was 7 years old. He credits the programs, staff and volunteers of St. Andrew’s for providing a positive influence in the community. He was homored for reflecting positive values of St. Andrew’s Parks and Playground in the entertainment industry.

Carolyn Drose and Darius Rucker each received commenorative plaques and permanent bronze plaques will be displayed at the St. Andrew’s Parks and Playground main facility beginning in 2007.

Darius Rucker receives his Hall of Fame plaque from Commission Chairman Jeff Gladwell

The Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made outstanding and lasting contributions to the community in various ways. It was established to honor up to three individuals per year in the categories of Community Service, Athlete, Coach, Business, Team or Celebrity who have been a part of the St. Andrew’s Parks and Playground family in some capacity throughout their lives.

 

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