The Clifton G. Wright Memorial Scholarship
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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 |
Our Clif Wright Scholars
Aaliyah Galloway (2019) Bodine High School for International Affairs '19 Anthony Islam (2019) Science Leadership Academy '19 Cristopher Tejada (2018) Carver Engineering & Science '19 Melissa Grey (2018) Carver Engineering & Science '19 Colesto Williams (2017) Friends Select School '18 Chestnut Hill College '22 Joshua Morales (2017) Carver Engineering & Science '18 Fairleigh Dickinson University '22 |
Scholarship Committee
Randy Bown, Co-Chair (email) Bob Patterson, Co-Chair (email) Scott Rynne, Co-Chair (email) Anne Standish, Co-Chair (email) Terry Booker Brian Hughes Jeff Krieger Chris Parisi Jon Perryman Alex Plessett Anne Standish Brian Stevens Ernie Tracy Questions Please Contact Our Co-Chairs or SquashSmarts at 215-221-6860 |
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Anonymous (4) Donald Aselton Mark & Susan Asher Maxi & Brad Baer Daniel Berman Elaine Bolanis Terry Booker Jill & Randy Bown Doug Brooks David Brule Laurie Cassels Greg Catanzano Jay Civetti Juan Colina de Vivero Carolyn & Lewis Collins Suzanne & Charles Davis Ken Dilanian Todd Ducharme Matthew Fair Robert Flood Paul Fortin BethAnn Gannon Douglas Gilbert Andrew Glendinning Mary Guy 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 |
2018 Scholarship Supporters
Gifts November 1, 2017 - October 31, 2018 Christopher Hall Sharon & Craig Harris Marcia Higgins Michael Hlatki Ravin Holden Carol Jacobs Alex Jamieson Richard Kaiser Ann Kent Jeffrey Krieger Rob Lambert Peter Landreth Polly LeBarron Kenneth Lee Peter Lubowitz Scott MacColl John Mackie Brian McDonnell Geoff Moulton Constance Murray Daniel Newhall Brian Nixon Patrick OHara Jr. Christina Ohly-Evans 2017 Scholarship Supporters
Gifts November 1, 2016 - October 30, 2017 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 |
Chris Parisi Robert Patterson John Perryman Thomas Perryman Joie & Eddie Pickett William Ryan Lisa & Scott Rynne Alex Seldin Timothy Shea Elaine Bolanis Will Standish Anne Standish Baird Standish Brian Stevens Frank Strenger Robert Swann Alison & Joe Thompson William Valerio Catherine & Brendan Weiss Dana Williams Richard Williams David & Catherine Willmott Glenn & Robin Worgan David Weck Daniel Yerxa 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 |