32 SportsUnion | MAY 2019
The Doug Matteson Courage Award
What defines courage?
There are many things that define courage. Doug Matteson may be the
person that defines courage the most - at least in the eyes of the staff at
Sports Union. This is why Sports Union is looking for nominations for the
Doug Matteson Courage Award.
Matteson lost part of his leg in a horrific accident in Arizona. Instead of
giving up, Matteson perserved and got back on the force. He showed that
even though he went through something that bad, he was still able to get
things done with hard work and never giving up.
Sports Union is looking for those same kind of traits in a high school boy
or girl. Someone who has gone through a lot and still never gave up to
realize their dreams.
Nominations are being sought. To nominate someone for this award,
please send a letter describing how they overcome adversity and became
a better person for it.
The winner will be picked by a committee and the end of the school year.
All nominations are due by the end of May.
Nominations may be sent to
Matthew Ondesko at [email protected]