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WINTER 2021 | VOLUME 16, ISSUE 1
THE HIGH HOPES NEWS
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Parker Youth & Sports Foundation Funds Greenway Fitness Stations
venient opportunities knee lifts, sit-ups, a quadriceps climb, and pull-
to participate in health ups. There also will be signage for periodic heart-
and wellness activi- beat checks.
ties, through replace- The overall trail is expected to be between
ment of 20 fitness sta- one and two miles long. Parker Youth & Sports
tions throughout Sarg will fund the majority of the cost of purchase and
Hubbard Park,” said shipping of the fitness stations, with the Green-
Kellie Connaughton, way covering site preparation.
the Greenway’s execu- “This project is a community-build volunteer
tive director. endeavor,” observed Connaughton, referring to
The target audi- installation of the stations. “Many organizations
ence will be residents and agencies have expressed their commitment
of North and South- to get involved.”
east Yakima plus Plans include ordering the new fitness stations
Terrace Heights. It is by the end of this year, with site preparation and
hoped that the fitness installation of the stations slated for spring of
Kellie Connaughton, second from left, accepted a ceremonial check from Parker representatives, left to right, Darlene stations also will ben- 2021. Rich Kayla and Pat Leahy, Parker Youth &
Olmstead, Dan Williams and Nancy Leahy.
efit personnel from Sports Foundation board members, initiated and
the Yakima Training co-chair the planning of this Greenway project.
T
he Parker Youth & Sports Foundation has Center and local law enforcement, schools and “We are excited to participate in this ground-
presented a check for $12,000 to the Yakima youth groups. breaking project to benefit our Yakima communi-
Greenway to assist in the development of a The 20-station “fit trail” is designed to replace ty,” said Leahy. “It is a perfect fit for our 15-year
new Greenway exercise trail. the nearly 28-year-old exercise system on a walk- tradition of supporting parks, sports facilities and
“The goal of the Greenway in the coming year ing path throughout Sarg Hubbard Park. Individu- athletic programs in our Valley.”
is to replace aging infrastructure and continue to al stations will have signage and a demonstration
provide the Yakima Community with free and con- illustration for exercises such as calf stretches, For more Yakima Greenway photos, see page 3.
Attend the Parker Foundation Livestream ‘Sports Galore!’ Event in February
All are invited to attend the Parker Youth & Sports Foundation’s 15th annual Sport Legends livestream event from 6 to 7 p.m., Friday, February 26. Just
visit the Foundation’s website or Facebook page! This is our annual fundraising event and we hope you will tune in and make a donation for 2021 youth
athletics, sport programs and facilities.
Featured speakers will be 2020 Legends honorees Kay Aberle, Selah volleyball coach, and Sarah Silvernail, WSU and Eisenhower All-American volleyball
player. The program is titled, “Sports Galore!,” with a special program focus on volleyball in the Yakima Valley. Other coaches and players for additional
sports will speak on why sports participation has been important to them. Our emcee for the program is to be a surprise. Please tune into “Sports Galore!”
You are welcome to call the Parker Youth & Sports office for more information, at (509) 469-9336, or visit the website at www.parkeryouthfoundation.com.
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Celebrating A Proud History of 15 Years of Parker
Since 2006, 33 individuals have been honored by Parker Youth & Sports Foundation as outstanding
athletes and leaders in the sports and athletic traditions of the Yakima Valley. For these 15 years, our
board of directors has selected annual honorees, hosted a Legends Banquet (except during this year’s
pandemic), and provided athletic activities to celebrate the contributions of those being honored. We
are extremely proud to provide a full listing of all honorees in this edition of the High Hopes News.
These individuals have received local, state, national and for some, international recognition in their
sport as a player, coach or administrator of athletic programs. Take a walk down memory lane with us, to
recall these remarkable individuals who brought recognition to their organization and to our Valley.
1. 2006 2. 2007 3. 2008 4. 2008 5. 2009
PETE RADEMACHER BILL PEARL CHUCK “Bobo” BRAYTON PHIL MAHRE STEVE MAHRE
1956 Olympic Gold Medal In 1953, 1961, 1967, 1971 Mr. YVC-WSU Baseball Coach – 1984 Olympic Skier 1984 Olympic Skier
heavyweight Boxing Universe College Baseball Hall of Gold Medal Silver medal
1978 Hall of Fame Fame
6. 2009 7. 2010 8. 2011 9. 2011 10. 2012
WILLIE TURNER MEL STOTTLEMYRE BILL FALLER DARYL PARKER TOM PARRY
1967 World’s Fastest Man Baseball Pitcher, Coach Baseball Coach Youth Sports Founder Football Coach
100-yard & meter 1964 New York Yankees YVC Athletic Director Philanthropist WSU All Star
NCAA Track Title Six World Series Rings Coaches Hall of Fame YVC Halls of Fame CWU & Coaches
All-American MLB All Star; 1961-YVC Founding Board PYSF Hall of Fame
Pacific Northwest Football
11. 2012 12. 2013 13. 2013 14. 2013 15. 2013
BETTY YADEN KEITH FARNAM GENE ROSTVOLD BETTY BAKER MARY SHERAR JOHNS
Tennis Player, Coach Coach Eisenhower HS Coach Davis HS Fast Pitch Softball Women’s Tennis
Coach Girls Sports Tennis, Baseball, Baseball, Basketball Women’s Golf Women’s Leader
Chair Tournaments Basketball, Softball Athletic Director Women’s Leader
20 yrs Parks and Rec. Athletic Director
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r Youth & Sports Foundation
Chair’s Message
‘Legends’
News from the FoundationHonorees
Office
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By Darlene Olmstead
hat a
y e a r
this has Since I have been self-quarantined during COVID-19, I have spent
been! Although limited time in the office.
there have been However, working from home, it’s still been possible to get a lot
many changes to done. Phone messages have been taken, mail is being picked up, bills
adjust to, includ- are paid, letters are written and banking is done. Your Parker Youth and
ing a severely Sports Foundation is still alive and well!
limited sports We are grateful for the following contributions which have been
schedule in the Dan Williams received since June 30:
greater Yakima Darlene Olmstead
MEMORIALS
Valley, Parker Youth & Sports Foundation has
Jerry Ward in memory of Ray Olney , JoAnn Funk, Bill Faller in memory of Clara Girard,
continued to support youth athletics, raise mon-
Gene Scott, Cheryl Soult, Kimberly Sue Hiatt, Ellie Lambert, Danny Allen, Virginia
ey, and distribute financial resources to athletic Doug Peters and Melba Strand Zijlstra, JoAnn Funk, and George
groups. Kathryn Crawford in memory of Pete Rademacher Kilseimer
Athlete organizations who need assistance in Burl and Darlene Olmstead in memory of Larry Patrick MMQB in memory of Jim Kent
serving youth athletics in the Valley are encour- and Melba Strand Evva Lange in memory of Melba Strand
aged to submit a grant application this coming Jim and Bonnie Scoggins in memory of Dave Thomas
year. We continue to serve our mission of support- and Larry Patrick
ing quality parks and facilities and youth involve-
ment in quality athletics and fitness activities. MEMBERSHIPS HONORARIAMS
Volleyball Coach Kay Aberle and volleyball Mark Needham Peter & Charity Finch
Peter Monahan in honor of Bill Faller
player Sarah Silvernail were named the 2020
Jim and Karin Avery Richard Cuyle in
Sport Legends of the year for Parker Youth &
Bob McCulloch honor of Dick Smith
Sports Foundation. Challenged by restraints
of the COVID-19 virus, we had to postpone the I hope all of you stay well and safe. Feel free to call me on my cell phone at (509) 945-4539 if
event until 2021. Our organization’s respect and you have a question.
adulation for the accomplishments of these lady
athletes will be recognized on February 26, 2021.
Parker Youth & Sports Foundation is looking
ahead to the New Year with enthusiasm. We were YAKIMA GREENWAY – SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
proud to present a $12,000 check to the Yakima
Greenway for their new fitness trail equipment
(see story, page 1). This project should provide a
healthy outlet for exercise for all ages of members
of our community. Thank you, board members,
Rich Kayla and Pat Leahy, for effectively chairing
this project. We thank all Parker Partners who con-
tributed to the Foundation this past year, allowing
this community grant to be awarded!
We invite all Parker Partners to tune in and con-
tribute to the first Parker Youth & Sports livestream
The Yakima Greenway is a popular destination for the community.
Foundation event, “Sports Galore!,” planned for 6
to 7 p.m., Friday, February 26. An interesting pro-
gram is being planned – along with a surprise or
two – to brighten your evening. To contribute and
for more information, please phone our office at
(509) 469-9336, or visit the website at www.park-
eryouthfoundation.com.
In closing, I’d like to wish you all a very Happy
Holiday Season and a New Year that returns to a
full schedule of Valley sports!
Sincerely,
The new fitness stations will have use for all ages. Natural beauty abounds along the Greenway.
Daniel Williams, Board Chair
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Celebrating A Proud History of 15 Years of Parker
Parker Youth & Sports Foundation: 15 Years of Making Dreams Come True
Join Us for Foundation Events:
Meet Our Grant
All Parker Partners and their family members are invited to attend the fol-
Committee lowing events:
Chair
• Friday, February 26, 2021 - 6 to 7 p.m. The board of Parker Youth
We’d like to officially intro- & Sports Foundation will present the postponed 2020 High Hopes Legends
duce Sam Karr, who rejoined the Event. It will be a livestream presentation on our website and Facebook
Parker Youth & Sports board last page, featuring the sport of volleyball and sports Legends, Kay Aberle and
year. Karr was previously a board Sarah Silvernail.
member for eight years, includ-
ing two years as president. With • Saturday, August 29 - 5:30 to 9 p.m. We also are preparing for the
a special interest in grant appli- return of the 2021 High Hopes Legends’ dinner event.
cations, he serves as chair of our
Grant Committee. • On the second Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m, the
Karr is semi-retired from real PYSF board meets. Currently, meetings are held via Zoom.
estate, as owner/broker for 1st
American Realty in Yakima. Call the Foundation office or visit our website for more details on these events!
We are pleased to have his
participation on the board! Our COVID-19 Commitment…
The Parker Youth & Sports Foundation is attentive to the concerns surround-
The Parker Youth & Sports Foundation has awarded ing COVID-19 (coronavirus) and continues to follow the recommendations
$570,620 over the past 15 years to young athletes, sports made by local, state and national health officials. When requested by officials,
programs, and for athletic facilities! Help us continue to the office will close to the public. Staff is available at the normal posted hours
make a difference in our communities. via email or phone call.
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r Youth & Sports Foundation ‘Legends’ Honorees
16. 2014 17. 2014 18. 2015 19. 2015 20. 2015
BILL DOUGLAS OLLIE NELSON STEVE DALE TED WIERMAN SCOTT MCDONALD
Football All-State YMCA Exec Director 1965 Ftball Capt. 1965 Davis Football 1965 Marquette HS
Univ. of Wash. Cross Country cyclist Ike State Champ. Basketball Capt. Basketball Captain
1964 Rose Bowl 50 Yrs Athlete USC Football Davis State Champ 1965-70 Orioles
Quarterback Youth Sports Director 1968 Rose Bowl Basketball Yakima Beetles
21. 2015 22. 2016 23. 2016 24. 2017 25. 2017
ERIC BEARDSLEY LANE PHILLIPS PETE ORGIL MIKE CARLON JAKE KUPP
Star Track Runner New York Yankee Baseball Coach Selah Baseball Player Football Player
CWU Hall of Fame Pitcher Davis HS YVC Pitcher NFL - 12 Years
NAIA Coach of Year YVC Player YVC Baseball Player WSU Pitcher University of Wash
Coach Moses Lk YVC Coach Washington State Top Player MVP Award Sunnyside HS
and CWU Baseball Hall of Fame Coach Youth Sports 1964 Rose Bowl
26. 2017 27. 2018 28. 2018 29. 2019 30. 2019
CRAIG KUPP STAN RENECKER MEL MOORE PHIL HINRICHS PHIL ENGLISH
NFL – 1990 Philanthropist for 26 yr WIAA Baseball Pitcher Coach Track-Cross Country
Pacific Lutheran Univ. youth sports Tournament Dir YVC 1976, 1977 Natl HS Coach of the Year
Selah HS Founder Faller-Brayton Baseball, Volleyball WSU baseball IKE, Carroll HS
PLU Hall of Fame Endowment Basketball Tournaments Team Co-Captain Runner at WSU
YVC & IKE Baseball Rotary Unsung Hero Team Champs 22 boy & 22 girl league titles
YVC = Yakima Valley College
WSU = Washington State University
CWU = Central Washington University
HS= High School
31. 2020 32. 2020 33. 2020
KAY ABERLE SARAH SILVERNAIL AL ROGERS
32 yr Volleyball Coach Volleyball player Volleyball Coach
5 State Championships Two-Time All-American 38 years coaching YVC
at Selah High School 1997 Pac-10 Player of year NWAC Coach of Year – 3 times
91% win percentage 1998 National Team 1984 Officiated at Olympics
for Champion seasons. WSU-FIFE & Ike HS player Many honors & awards
Mission Statement
Gold Medal Business Champion The Parker Youth & Sports Foundation is
Announced dedicated to the support and preservation of
parks, sports facilities and athletic programs
The Parker Youth & Sports Foundation has named in the greater Yakima area.
the Noel Corporation, Inc. 2021 Board of Directors
and Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of Yakima Daniel Williams (President)
a 2020 Gold Medal Business Champion of Youth Sports. Nancy Leahy* (V.P./Secretary)
Chuck Hinckley (Treasurer)
Thank you, Noel Corporation and Pepsi-Cola Bottling Megan Bewley
William Faller*
Company, for your years of financial support and Carol Finney*
participation in the High Hopes Golf Tournament and Ray Funk
Jeff Garretson
Legends Night. For decades, you have energetically and Rich Kayla
generously supported youth athletics and competition in the Pat Leahy
Gary Staples
Yakima Valley. We honor your commitment! Irma Mercado Williams
Sam Karr
* signifies charter member
The High Hopes News Editor: Christine Conklin
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www.parkeryouthfoundation.com.
or visit the website at
(509) 469-9336,
Phone the office for more information,
“Sports Galore!”
Parker Youth & Sports’ event
to livestream
February 26, 2021
Join us from 6 to 7 p.m., Friday,
Mark Your Calendar!
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Yakima, WA 98907
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