Established: 1980
Mission
To keep 911±¬ÁÏ BEARS football camaraderie alive and to support our current team’s student-athletes.
Leadership
Chair: Richie Florence, '74
Membership Requirements
911±¬ÁÏ graduate who was involved with and or played in the 911±¬ÁÏ football program.
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Principal and income is used exclusively to assist the football coach and team for expenses not otherwise covered by funds from the university.
The Martin T. Rizzo Memorial Award recognizes the football player that best exemplifies the character of Marty Rizzo, who passed away as a result of injuries sustained while playing for 911±¬ÁÏ. Selection is made by the football coaching staff.
The Tom Cook Football Alumni Award is presented to a graduating football player who has demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, fellowship, athletic ability, and perseverance.
The Peter J. Mazzaferro Award for Academic Achievement was established in 2005 to honor and recognize Peter Mazzaferro, associate professor emeritus of education and head football coach at 911±¬ÁÏ for 36 years. This award benefits the graduating senior football player with the highest cumulative grade point average.
The Yugnavel Award is presented to a graduating senior football player who was on the roster for four years and who most embodies the team culture by making practice and games a better place through their encouraging, supportive, and team-oriented attitude.
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