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Left to right: Karson Evans, Logan Thomas, and Bennett Bickle.
Bennet Bickle and Karson Evans, seniors at Edmond Memorial High School (EMHS), received the Shelby Hudson Football Memorial Scholarship on December 3, 2023, during their annual football banquet.
The two $4,000 tuition-based scholarships will be paid to the college or post-secondary institution of the recipient’s choice.
The scholarship was established on August 2, 2005, in honor of Davis and Lisa Hudson’s son Shelby, who graduated from EMHS in 2003. The scholarship is awarded annually to two players who display the qualities and characteristics that Shelby exemplified as an EMHS Bulldog football player. These include personal motivation and character, heart and desire to excel, drive and determination to accomplish goals, and perseverance in the face of all obstacles.
“We are extremely pleased and honored to award this scholarship to these two outstanding young men. Both Bennett and Karson have shown tremendous perseverance in their young lives. With their hard work and commitment to overcome their obstacles, they have proven that they will be successful in life,” said David Hudson.
After graduation, Bennet plans to pursue a degree in architecture. Karson intends to get a degree in physical therapy and eventually start his own business.
Shelby Hudson was a student at the University of Oklahoma when he passed away. He was participating in his annual training camp with the Oklahoma National Guard when he drowned in Lake Tenkiller on May 24, 2005, while working on a unit morale activity.
Since the inception of the Shelby Hudson scholarship, 35 recipients have been awarded a total of $115,000. Recipients have attended college in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York and Texas.
The Edmond Public Schools Foundation administers the Shelby Hudson Scholarship. Tax-deductible donations for the fund may be sent to P.O. Box 30837, Edmond, OK 73003, and earmarked for the Shelby Hudson Scholarship. For questions contact Deanna Boston, CEO of Edmond Public Schools Foundation at 405-340-2819.
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About Edmond Public Schools Foundation:
Established in 1984, the Edmond Public Schools Foundation will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2024. The Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting excellence and advancing education in Edmond, focusing on long-term sustainability. The foundation works collaboratively with educators, donors, and the community to provide innovative opportunities and resources that enhance the learning experiences of students in Edmond Public Schools.