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March 2008 Newsletter
Redskins Tickets: Money is due for the club's Redskins tickets. $28,775 is the bill. It is $968 a set. With parking, it is $1318 - parking adds $350, but there are only 13 parking passes. Money is due March 30th. Frank Gulino is coordinating for us again.
Bob Beatty Award: Several potential candidates have been received. The nomination form was sent to the FHSA membership and to local coaches to encourage nominees. If you have a nomination, please submit it via mail to the above address or email to Richard McFarland (rmcfarland@dcscorp.com) by the 14th of March. This will ensure that we can make a selection and then a formal presentation at the membership meeting in April.
West Potomac Sports Boosters / Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Golf Tournament: A joint Golf tournament with the West Potomac Sports Booster Club is scheduled for Monday, June 9th at the Old Hickory Golf Course in Prince William County. The Boosters have been very successful raising a lot of money in the past through corporate sponsors for their golf events - the Sportsmen will also be looking for sponsorships and tee sponsorships. We will be working with the Sports Boosters to coordinate activities. Rick Genuario is our coordinator.
Swim Carnival: : Jim Schlesinger has scheduled the Carnival for a mid-week June 25th date.
DINNER MEETING: The next Sportsmen's Dinner Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at Cedar Knoll Restaurant along the George Washington Parkway, one mile north of the Mount Vernon Estate. This is the first time we have been back at the Cedar Knoll in many years Valentine's Dance Follow-Up: The Valentine's Dance on February 9th was a success. Attendees had a great time and the Sportsmen's actually made $132.81. Our goal is not to make or lose money, just break even. This is the first year that board members can remember making money on the event. 72 guests attended. The salmon dinner was complimented and the extra menu choices appreciated. Next years event will be on February 7, 2009 as the MVCC has already booked the 14th for the MVCC Club members. Photos and a short write-up from the Valentine's Day Dance have been added to the website.
Nationals Tailgate: Has been moved to July, as the Golf Tournament will be our June event. We are targeting the weekend of July 12 for a Nationals Tailgate Party. Pat Malone has said that he will bring along several of the players from his baseball team, the Alexandria Aces to the tailgate/game to increase interest.
Jim Martin, President - 2007/2008
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Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Annual Valentine's Dance
February 2008 Newsletter
The Valentine's Dance is set for this Saturday, February 9th. Mount Vernon Country Club has confirmed our date. Lee Gilmore has confirmed the DJ. Harry Shackelford continues to accept reservations up through the 6th of Feb. Please send Harry an email (hshackelford1@cox.net) indicating how many people will be part of your group. Price for the dinner dance is $125 per couple. This will be a cash bar and dinner will be one of three choices, New York Strip Steak, Cornish Chicken, or Salmon.
Jeff Dietze Retirement Ceremony: The FHSA Board recognized Jeff Dietze's contributions to the Fort Hunt area by sending Chick Little to Jeff's Retirement Ceremony on January 29th and making a plaque presentation from the Sportsmen. Richard McFarland also attended as did School Board members, teachers, students and athletes. Mr. Dietze mentioned the Sportsmen's Club in his farewell speech and passed along his appreciation of our support. He is the most senior tenured Athletic Director in Fairfax County and quite possibly in the whole state. The football field will be officially named Jeff Dietze Field in his honor. Mr. Dietze's efforts will be missed.
Donation Requests: In the past we have not publicized Donation requests. However, this year I will provide that information since the money comes from the street sales, and corporate sponsors. The process calls for donation requests being sent to the board of consideration. Each year, the board develops a budget based on prior year's requests. When a written request is received, it is checked against the budget, discussed amongst the board members and if approved a check for the requested amount is written and sent out within a couple of days. At the last board meeting, Rick Genuario read letters requesting the following donations:
Woodlawn Little League - $400
Fairfax County Public School Run Group - March 29th event - $100
Belle View Elementary School - $250
Stratford Landing Elementary School Fun Run - $100
Fort Hunt Youth Athletic Association Basketball - $1000
Fort Hunt Elementary School “Fleet Foxes” Run - $250
West Potomac Crew - $400
All of the above requests passed Board vote and checks will be mailed.
Bob Beatty Award: Attached is the Bob Beatty Award nomination form. It has been sent to the President of the Fort Hunt Youth Athletic Association for dissemination. If you have a nomination, please submit it via mail to the above address or email to Richard McFarland (rmcfarland@dcscorp.com) by the 14th of March. This will ensure that we can make a selection and then a formal presentation at the membership meeting in April.
Willie Pile: Is lining up sponsorship and will return to the area on May 24th to do another Life Skills Football Camp – Willie has secured the newly named Jeff Dietze Football field for this event. Last year's event attracted between 70-80 participants. Several pro football players, college players and high school players also attended to lend assistance.
Swim Carnival: Jim Schlesinger has scheduled the Carnival for a mid-week June 25th date.
Nationals Tailgate: We are targeting the weekend of June 7th for a Nationals Tailgate Party.
Jim Martin, President - 2007/2008
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2007 Bob Beatty Award
 Bob Beatty was a leader for the Fort Hunt Sportsmen for many years. He made so many contributions to the Club, that when he passed, the Club decided to sponsor an award in his name. The Bob Beatty Award is a competitive award presented to young athletes with outstanding personal achievements in sports, scholastics and in their dedication to the community. All these traits were valued by Bob Beatty and the Fort Hunt Sportsmen.
The winner of the 2007 Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Bob Beatty Award was Mara Perscheid - a West Potomac High School student, where she not only excels in sports, but is a National Honor Society member who maintains a 3.95 Grade Point Average. At age 15, Mara was one of the youngest athletes ever in U.S. Taekwondo history to qualify for the U.S. Nationals Team Trials, where she won three elimination matches. Mara also volunteers locally in her neighborhood and for several local service organizations. Mara is an excellent example of what any Fort Hunt area youth athlete should strive to be and all of us will be cheering her on to qualifying for the 2008 Olympic Games.
 Our other special guest is Mr. Willie Pile; a West Potomac H.S. & Va. Tech graduate and an NFL veteran who sponsors a youth-oriented Life Skills Program and Football Camp for young athletes. Willie was kind enough to provide a speech to the group and present the Bob Beatty Award to Mara.
 Joe Gililland, President of the Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Association with the Perscheid Family. We were all very proud of Mara.
 Mara and Joe share a light moment when Mara pulled a winning ticket for the award program's 50/50 raffle.
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Redskins Cheerleaders Help Sell Raffle Tickets
2007-2008 Officers, Board and Chairmen
OfficersPresident - Jim Martin Vice-President - Chick Little Secretary - Joe Gililland Treasurer - Robert Wade Sergeant-At-Arms - Frank Gulino
Board Members
Rick Genuario
Lee Gilmore
Robert Hines
Pat Malone
Craig Maniglia
Richard McFarland
Wayne Self
Harry Shackelford
Committee Chairmen
Membership - Chick Little
Finance/Budget - Robert Wade
Program - Jim Martin and Wayne Self
Publicity, Web Site - Joe Gililland
Constitution/Bylaws - Craig Maniglia
Sunshine - Frank Gulino
See the 2006 - 2007 Board
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Opening Day 2007 for Local Youth Baseball
 The Fort Hunt Sportsmen sponsor many different sports, including Fort Hunt Youth Athletic Association Baseball teams. Pictured here are several baseball teams that are sponsored by the club. As you can see, these kids are enthusiastic about baseball!
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January 2008 Newsletter
Hopefully everyone had a great Holiday. The next Sportsmen's Dinner Meeting will be Thursday, January 10th at Mikes Italian Restaurant. Cocktails will begin at 7 with dinner being served at 8 p.m. Coach Henderson has accepted my invitation to give us a presentation on the recently completed West Potomac Football season, which included a return to the playoffs. I also asked him to extend an invitation to Jimmy Bennett, the 6'8" 265 lb offensive tackle, defensive end, linebacker, etc., who has accepted a scholarship to Division One University of Connecticut.
The Valentine's Dance is set for Saturday, February 9th. Mount Vernon Country Club has confirmed our date. Lee Gilmore has confirmed the DJ. Harry Shackelford will be taking reservations at the meeting on the 10th. If you are not able to attend the meeting, please send Harry an email (hshackelford1@cox.net) indicating how many people will be part of your group. Price for the dinner dance TBD, but will likely be the same as last year, $110 per couple. Robert Hines will be coordinating the door prizes for the event. Please give Robert a call if you wish to donate a door prize. This is our premier event that includes our spouses. It is a fun event. Let Harry know as soon as possible how many will be attending as part of your group.
As a reminder, Jeff Dietze has announced his retirement as the West Potomac High School Athletic Director. Jeff will be leaving at the end of January, 2008. The FHSA Board would like to recognize Jeff's contributions to the Fort Hunt area at his Retirement Ceremony. Those of you who have known Jeff over the years are encouraged to send me a sentence or two on some of the significant contributions he has made during the years. I will take what you have written and share them in an appropriate way at his retirement. Please email me at jmartin221@cox.net or send your written comments to the above mailbox.
Although the weather is not conducive to thinking about Golf, it is important to put in your plans the new Fort Hunt Sportsmen Golf Tournament date. This year we will be holding it the end of May. More on the tournament as it develops.
Jim Martin, President - 2008
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December 2007 Newsletter
The next Sportsmen's Dinner Meeting will be Thursday, December 13th at Thai Herbs Restaurant. Cocktails will begin at 7 with dinner being served at 8 p.m. Currently we do not have a speaker lined up; however we are actively pursuing a local individual who has been active in the community for a number of years. More on this as it develops. The Tailgate Party is Thursday, December 6th versus the Chicago Bears at 8:15. Robert Hines is coordinating. There are 16 confirmed for the event. Attendees should look for the blue pop-up tents and bring a dish to share. Starts at 5:30 - Green Lot, Light Post #72. Interested parties should contact Robert if they would like to join in. After the emotional tumult of the past week and the last minute loss to the Buffalo Bills, this week’s game will have added significance. Show your support of the Redskins, if you are attending the game, leave for the stadium early and join in the Tailgate festivities.
The Valentine’s Dance is set for Saturday, February 9th. Mount Vernon Country Club has confirmed our date. Lee Gilmore has confirmed the DJ. Price for the dance TBD, but will likely be the same as last year, $110 per couple. Robert Hines will be coordinating the door prizes for the event. Please give Robert a call if you wish to donate a door prize.
Jeff Dietze Retirement announced. Jeff has announced his retirement as the West Potomac High School Athletic Director. Jeff will be leaving at the end of January, 2008. The FHSA Board would like to recognize Jeff’s contributions to the Fort Hunt area at his Retirement Ceremony. Those of you who have known Jeff over the years are encouraged to send me a paragraph or two on some of the significant contributions he has made during the years. I will take what you have written and share them in an appropriate way either at his retirement. Please email me at jmartin221@cox.net or send your written comments to the above mailbox.
Once a director replacement is named, the Sportsmen will send a representative to welcome the new West Potomac Athletic Director and pay a ‘courtesy call’ to that individual to inform them about the club and of our long history of support to the school (Number 2 in financial support in over the years).
Jim Martin, President - 2008
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8th Annual Fall Classic Golf Tournament
 The Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Association 8th Annual Fall Classic Golf Tournament took place on Friday October 19, 2007 at the Fort Belvoir Golf Facility and was a competitive event played as a "Scramble", or "Captain's Choice".
A large group of Sportsmen and guests played for best combined score and also for a chance to win a car with a hole-in-one courtesy of Billy Brown and Ourisman Toyota of Chantilly
Other sponsors included:
Sun Sew Vac
ASIS International
Village Hardware
Genuario Companies
Bart & Associates
Jester and Reed, CPA
EMC Federal
and
Sam Evans
All participants enjoyed a hearty steak dinner after the game and prizes were given for :
1ST PRIZE LOW GROSS
2ND PRIZE LOW Net
3rd PRIZE LOW Net
CLOSEST TO THE PIN ON #5, #8 & #13
LONGEST DRIVE ON #7 and #11
The threatening weather did not deter the golfers and the rain never materialized. It was a great Sportsmen's event and a great day of camaraderie and fun.
Please join us next year as plans are to move the event to the spring.
 Sportsmen Check-In Participants
 Sportsmen Frank Gulino and Shane Barry handle Check-In
 Sportsmen and guests get last minute-instructions before the Tournament Start
Sportsman Dick Alderson putts for birdie. Sportsmen Rick Genuario and guest Jeff DeMuro watch closely.
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November 2007 Newsletter
The next Sportsmen's Dinner Meeting will be Thursday, November 8th at Mike's Italian Restaurant on Route 1. Pat Malone will be our speaker. Pat is affiliated with the Alexandria Aces's, a college age baseball league that will begin play in Alexandria in the spring of 2008. You may recall receiving an email from Pat asking for assistance with housing for players that are being drafted from schools outside the Washington Metropolitan area. Come and hear Pat tell us about this new baseball endeavor. Cocktails will begin at 7 with dinner being served at 8 p.m.
For those of you who could not make the 8th Annual Sportsmen's Golf Tournament, It took place Friday, October 19th at Fort Belvoir. The event was fun and successful. The Club made over $1200 and enjoyed the sponsorship of many groups. There was a good turnout and there were only four "No-Shows" despite the threat of rain.
We have been contacted by the Fort Hunt Youth Athletic Association about participating in a Volunteer Dinner. It is being held November 17th at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Old Town. This is being hosted by FHYAA and is open to all area youth sports volunteers. Check the FHYAA website for details.
The NEW date for the Redskins Tailgate Party is Thursday, December 6th versus the Chicago Bears at 8:15. Please contact Robert Hines if you will be attending. More details to follow.
It is not too early to start planning for the Valentine's Dance. It is set for Saturday, February 9th at the Mount Vernon Country Club. Harry Shackleford will be putting out more information as the time grows closer.
We had a very good Raffle Season, combined with the ticket sales and the proceeds from the Golf tournament, our donation budget will be in excess for $12,000 for the year. Thank you to everyone who participated.
Jim Martin, President - 2008
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September 2007 Newsletter
Redskins Raffle Drawing Dinner: The annual Raffle Dinner Drawing took place last night (September 6th) at Mount Vernon Country Club. Sam, the Banquet Manager, drew a winner for the Redskin's Season Tickets and the Barajas family won two season tickets to all the Redskin's home games this year. They live near Mount Vernon High School. Also, our new Club Officers were installed last night after unanimously being voted in at the August Dinner Meeting; Jim Martin - President, Chick Little - Vice President, Bob Wade - Treasurer, Frank Gulino - Sergeant-at-Arms, and Joe Gililland - Club Secretary. We had a fun, lively Sportsmen's crowd for the event.
Nationals Raffle Tickets: At the August Membership meeting we drew raffle tickets for the Nationals games. They were won by Michael Wade of Arlington. Michael won 2 tickets to 5 different National's games, along with two new Nationals baseball caps. Eric Henderson, Head Coach of the West Potomac Wolverines Football Team gave us a preview of the Wolverine's season and then drew the winning ticket.
Raffle Sales: We don't have the totals for this year's raffle yet. Our Raffle Chairman, Jim Martin, will be busy totaling up our take for 2007. As you know, our annual raffle is our single biggest source of income for the Club. Unfortunately, the demand for Redskins season tickets is low and has hurt our raffle totals for the past few years. The Sportsmen's Board has been discussing ideas for new sources of income for the Club, including renewed emphasis on our annual Golf tournament. YOUR ideas for fundraising are always welcome. If you have ideas, please contact our 2008 Raffle Chairman, Chick Little - littlecj@cox.net or our new Club President, Jim Martin - jmartin221@cox.net.
Annual Golf Tournament: Rick Genuario is coordinating our Sportsmen's Golf Tournament again this year. It is set for Friday, October 19th at Fort Belvoir. Please enlist interested golfers and 'form some foursomes'. See the attached file for more details. Save the date for some Sportsmen's fun and help us with our fundraising efforts.
The Redskins Tailgate Party: Is set for Sunday, November 11th - an NFC East game against the Philadelphia Eagles. It is a 1:00 PM game. Robert Hines is coordinating the event, so mark your calendars and plan on participating. We usually ask members to bring a dish to share and gather early in the parking lot to share some food and camaraderie. More details to follow.
FHSA Website: Please check the Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Website for the latest photos and news. Contact Scott Daley, our webmaster @ scott.daley@navy.mil if you have anything that you would like to see on the site. We are establishing links to various local businesses and athletic groups. Please check our website and share with others - especially those that may have an interest in joining our Club. It's www.forthuntsportsmen.com
New Members: If you know of other potential Club members, talk to them about the Club. Invite them along to our next membership meeting in October and have them meet the Sportsmen. Membership applications are on the website. New members are always welcome.
Personal: This will be my last Newsletter to you. Last night at the Raffle Dinner, we officially installed our new officers (see above) and I am stepping down after a year as your president. It was a pleasure serving as the president of the Fort Hunt Sportsmen and I hope that my "message" to the Club has made it's way through; Participate, Volunteer, and Stay Involved. The more you put into the Club, the more you'll get out of it. I'm proud of our service to the local schools and sports organizations and I'm proud of the Club's long and generous history in the Fort Hunt area. Our new president, Jim Martin, is a friendly & capable guy. Please provide him with the same cooperation and support that I was able to enjoy. Best of luck and much success to our hard working Officers and Board!
Joe Gililland
Former President, Fort Hunt Sportsmen's Association
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