The Clifton G. Wright Memorial Scholarship
Charity Squash Tournament & Dinner / Saturday May 13, 2017 / Philadelphia, PA
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Philadelphia native and devoted Williams College '91 alumn Clifton "Clif" Wright, Jr. was a lifelong friend, scholar and athlete. A talented and energetic debater on all subjects, Clif enjoyed the camaraderie and competitive nature of football and squash. The time he spent commanding the "gridiron" and the "T" allowed his true passion and personality to shine. While he was loved for his scintillating wit and regaling of stories, Clif will be remembered most fondly for his commitment to friends, his ardent support of all things Purple and Gold and his avid love of footbal aqnd squash. Even the briefest of encounters with Clif left those whom he touched with a clear understanding of his passion and zest for life. Clif passed away October 29, 2016 at the age of 48.
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Established Spring 2017 through the generosity of family and friends, The Clifton G. Wright, Jr. Scholarship will continue Clif's legacy and promote character among Philadelphia’s outstanding urban youth. The scholarship benefits children from the SquashSmarts after school youth program. Wright Scholar Athletes will travel to Squash and Beyond in Williamstown, MA where they will focus and improve their physical, mental and strategic squash skills while in the company of players and coaches from around the globe. Scholar-Athletes will receive additional instruction in academic and personal development, including ACT/SAT and college course preparation. Scholar-Athletes will be selected annually for their proven commitment to SquashSmarts and will have demonstrated outstanding initiative, sportsmanship, and leadership skills among their peers.
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Reflections on Clif Those who were fortunate to be students at Williams in the Fall of '86 can never forget the indomitable spirit of Clif Wright, aka 'The Crisper'... Read The Full Reflection by friend and football teammate John Perryman ---------- "Liking Clif was easy. Quick to captivate with his engaging smile. Backed by an unusual sparkle in his eyes. An accompanying lightning quick wit..." Read The Full Reflection by friend and squash player Bob Patterson |
2017 Scholarship Recipients Joshua 'Josh' Morales 11th Grade, Northeast High School 6-year SquashSmarts Team Member Colesto ' Cece' Williams 11th Grade, Friends Select School 6-year SquashSmarts Team Member |
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Susan & Mark Asher Richard Bates Maxi & Brad Baer Dan Berman Jill & Randy Bown Bert Brong Dave Burnett Greg Catanzano Charles Cherry Jay Civetti Lewis & Cary Collins Barbara Delacato Juan Colina de Vivero Alix Cummin Ken Dilanian Todd Ducharme Daniel Dwyer Christina Ohley Evans Jonathan Faini Mathew Fair Anne & Bob Flood Paul Fortin James Gallop BethAnn Gannon Nicholas Gemelli Andrew Glendinning Amy & Michael Goodman Karen & George Gowen Chris Hall Sharon 'Sherry' & Craig Harris |
Scholarship Supporters
Marcia Higgins Michael Hlatki Carolyn & Mike Hudachek Brian & Stacy Hughes Carol Jacobs Mike Jefferys Jacqueline Jones Ann Kent Eugene 'Gene' Klein Jeff Krieger Kenneth Lee Matt MacColl Scott MacColl Anita & Brian McDonnell Mark McLaughlin Daniel Mines Geoff Moulton Hassan Murphy Robert Neuner William Newbold Dan Newhall Rives Nolen Gus Nuzzolese Patrick C. O'Hara, Jr. Chris & Katy Parisi John Parkinson Bob Patterson Ann Hemphill Perryman John Perryman Thomas Perryman |
Linda & Alex Plessett Geoffrey Porges Christine Readinger James Reidy Sean Rorke William 'Billy' Ryan Lisa & Scott Rynne Ted Ruger Alex Seldin Paul Sehnert Pam & Scott Shean Anthony 'Tony' Spinale Anne & Baird Standish Will Standish Jenna & Frank Strenger, Jr. Brian Stevens Matthew Sudduth Ann Marie Swann Robert Swann Ernie Tracy Lynn & John Unipan Chris Ward Kahlil Wardlaw Taylor Watts Brendan Weiss Richard Williams David & Catherine Willmott Glenn Worgan Daniel Yerxa Larry Zahn |
