John & Parthenia Izzard Athleticism, Service & Achievement Award In Loving Memory. Sadly, John passed away September 9, 2022.
Links to: Obituary and Last Row
Coaches are invited to submit up to two nominees for the John & Parthenia Izzard Athleticism, Service and Achievement Award (one male and/or one female). This award was created by “friends” of John Izzard Jr. and is supported by Undine Barge Club, to honor John E. Izzard, Jr., an outstanding individual. He was a former Undine Captain, and Vice President, an educator [past Teacher of the Year], Hoffman and La Roach pharmaceuticals salesman, Philadelphia Probation Officer, Access to Rowing Officer, and Physical Director in one & Aquatics Director in two YMCAs. John Izzard Jr. has been a member of Undine Barge Club since 1973 and their past Captain and Vice President. His most recent volunteerism included being a Steward of the Gold Cup, a USRowing Referee, and aTeam River Runners supporter. Some of his other memberships included the Philadelphia Canoe Club, and the Buck Ridge Ski Club.
John Izzard Jr. was the embodiment of the Renaissance man and athlete who was always there to help his fellow man, in any way possible. His athleticism included not only being an avid sculler but a skier, canoer, SCUBA diver, windsurfer, sailor, cyclist, swimmer, track & field athlete, martial artist, paddle boarder, pilot, and instructor trainer in many of the aforementioned sports. His service to others included rescuing and aiding, in the rescue of unknown persons in car accidents, helping neighbors whenever they called, assisting fellow Club Captains along Boat House Row, as well as rowers in general along the row, colleagues at work, friends, and family. Academically, John Izzard Jr. always strove for excellence, having attained a Masters degree from Penn State. He always emphasized the importance of remembering what you learn and using it in your life. We invite you to submit up to two recommendations (one male and/or one female), of rowing juniors who embody John’s similar service, athleticism, and achievement characteristics. Noteworthy is the fact that John's son, reflected his father's athleticism, achievement, and service to others, and won the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Championship in his single.
There are two forms: an Athlete Application Form, to be submitted by those the coach/teacher deems worthy of consideration, and a Coach/Teacher Recommendation Form. Coaches/Teachers should have athletes complete their applications (including an essay, 5 short answer responses, coach/teacher & athlete photos, letter of recommendation, and a transcript), and submit them with your recommendation to The John Izzard, Jr. Athleticism, Service & Achievement Award Committee, postmarked by June 30, 2023.
All will be notified by September 1, 2023 as to their status. The winner and coach/teacher will be invited to Undine Barge Club’s Captain’s dinner for the public announcement and receipt of his/her award letter. A plaque will be given to the athlete’s coach/teacher to be displayed at the athlete’s school (the plaque plate will have both names). The athlete will receive his/her personal award trophy at the Schuylkill Navy’s Award Dinner in 2024, among his/her rowing peers.
We greatly appreciate you taking the time to support the "friends" of John Izzard Jr. as they use this award to express their appreciation for a special and impactful athlete, man of service, and
achievement. It is important for young athlete men/women of service to be inspired and encouraged to not only value athleticism but to make certain they provide impactful service to their fellow man and strive for academic excellence. If you have questions, send an email to the John Izzard Athleticism, Service & Achievement Award Committee, [email protected] or call 610.994.0514.
Sincerely,
The John Izzard Award Committee:
Ray Del Bianco (Undine Barge Club), Hope McNelis Goudy (Philadelphia Girl's Rowing Club), Joanne Joella (Philadelphia Girl's Rowing Club), Eugene Richardson (Undine Barge Club, Blazers Ski Club), Eric Neal (Buck Ridge Ski Club, Blazers Ski Club, Track & Field Referee, Basketball Referee), and Parthenia Izzard (Undine Barge Club, USRowing official, Schuylkill Navy Board Secretary, Vesper Boat Club, Philadelphia Girl's Rowing Club, Gold Cup Steward, Vesper Gold, Access2 Rowing & Paddling Board, Buck Ridge Ski Club, Philadelphia Canoe Club, Blazers Ski Club), and in spirit, John Izzard Jr. (Undine Barge Club, USRowing Official, Gold Cup Steward, Access2Rowing & Paddling, Philadelphia Canoe Club, Buck Ridge Ski Club, Eastern Ski Club, Blazers Ski Club).
Links to: Obituary and Last Row
Coaches are invited to submit up to two nominees for the John & Parthenia Izzard Athleticism, Service and Achievement Award (one male and/or one female). This award was created by “friends” of John Izzard Jr. and is supported by Undine Barge Club, to honor John E. Izzard, Jr., an outstanding individual. He was a former Undine Captain, and Vice President, an educator [past Teacher of the Year], Hoffman and La Roach pharmaceuticals salesman, Philadelphia Probation Officer, Access to Rowing Officer, and Physical Director in one & Aquatics Director in two YMCAs. John Izzard Jr. has been a member of Undine Barge Club since 1973 and their past Captain and Vice President. His most recent volunteerism included being a Steward of the Gold Cup, a USRowing Referee, and aTeam River Runners supporter. Some of his other memberships included the Philadelphia Canoe Club, and the Buck Ridge Ski Club.
John Izzard Jr. was the embodiment of the Renaissance man and athlete who was always there to help his fellow man, in any way possible. His athleticism included not only being an avid sculler but a skier, canoer, SCUBA diver, windsurfer, sailor, cyclist, swimmer, track & field athlete, martial artist, paddle boarder, pilot, and instructor trainer in many of the aforementioned sports. His service to others included rescuing and aiding, in the rescue of unknown persons in car accidents, helping neighbors whenever they called, assisting fellow Club Captains along Boat House Row, as well as rowers in general along the row, colleagues at work, friends, and family. Academically, John Izzard Jr. always strove for excellence, having attained a Masters degree from Penn State. He always emphasized the importance of remembering what you learn and using it in your life. We invite you to submit up to two recommendations (one male and/or one female), of rowing juniors who embody John’s similar service, athleticism, and achievement characteristics. Noteworthy is the fact that John's son, reflected his father's athleticism, achievement, and service to others, and won the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Championship in his single.
There are two forms: an Athlete Application Form, to be submitted by those the coach/teacher deems worthy of consideration, and a Coach/Teacher Recommendation Form. Coaches/Teachers should have athletes complete their applications (including an essay, 5 short answer responses, coach/teacher & athlete photos, letter of recommendation, and a transcript), and submit them with your recommendation to The John Izzard, Jr. Athleticism, Service & Achievement Award Committee, postmarked by June 30, 2023.
All will be notified by September 1, 2023 as to their status. The winner and coach/teacher will be invited to Undine Barge Club’s Captain’s dinner for the public announcement and receipt of his/her award letter. A plaque will be given to the athlete’s coach/teacher to be displayed at the athlete’s school (the plaque plate will have both names). The athlete will receive his/her personal award trophy at the Schuylkill Navy’s Award Dinner in 2024, among his/her rowing peers.
We greatly appreciate you taking the time to support the "friends" of John Izzard Jr. as they use this award to express their appreciation for a special and impactful athlete, man of service, and
achievement. It is important for young athlete men/women of service to be inspired and encouraged to not only value athleticism but to make certain they provide impactful service to their fellow man and strive for academic excellence. If you have questions, send an email to the John Izzard Athleticism, Service & Achievement Award Committee, [email protected] or call 610.994.0514.
Sincerely,
The John Izzard Award Committee:
Ray Del Bianco (Undine Barge Club), Hope McNelis Goudy (Philadelphia Girl's Rowing Club), Joanne Joella (Philadelphia Girl's Rowing Club), Eugene Richardson (Undine Barge Club, Blazers Ski Club), Eric Neal (Buck Ridge Ski Club, Blazers Ski Club, Track & Field Referee, Basketball Referee), and Parthenia Izzard (Undine Barge Club, USRowing official, Schuylkill Navy Board Secretary, Vesper Boat Club, Philadelphia Girl's Rowing Club, Gold Cup Steward, Vesper Gold, Access2 Rowing & Paddling Board, Buck Ridge Ski Club, Philadelphia Canoe Club, Blazers Ski Club), and in spirit, John Izzard Jr. (Undine Barge Club, USRowing Official, Gold Cup Steward, Access2Rowing & Paddling, Philadelphia Canoe Club, Buck Ridge Ski Club, Eastern Ski Club, Blazers Ski Club).
