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FCA Heart of an Athlete Spring Banquet
Sunday, April 27, 2008
 | Bob Hannon, Joel Penton, Shawn Lazarus and FCA Area Director Lance Hartshorn
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On Sunday, April 27th, former Ohio State defensive lineman Joel Penton and former University of Michigan defensive tackle Shawn Lazarus came together to "Team Up" for Christ at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Spring Banquet held at the Georgetown Banquet Center in Boardman. These two rivals put aside their differences to talk about their common bond--Jesus Christ. Channel 33 Sports Director Bob Hannon was the Emcee for the evening.
The FCA-Scotford Influence award was presented to YSU basketball player John Barber, Jr. (JB). JB, who is from Detroit, Michigan was a Senior forward for the Penguins this past year and is the only player in school history with 1,000 points, 500 rebounds and 70 blocks. He is a 3-year member of YSU chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and was chosen based on his character, leadership and Christ-like attributes.
 | John P Scotford Jr., Laura Scotford, Sam Scotford, John Barber, Jr. with sister Mary and mother, Denise.
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The Youngstown State FCA huddle surprised their huddle leader, Coach John DiRenzo (Canfield), by honoring him with a book of letters from each of them letting him know how much of an impact he has had on their lives. John has been leading the huddle at YSU for the past three years.  | Huddle Coach John DiRenzo accepts gift from YSU huddlers Emily Wollett and JD Sheppard
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 | East Liverpool High School FCA huddle with Huddle Coach Jim Allen enjoy the evening.
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About Shawn Lazarus
An original native of Canal Fulton, Ohio, Shawn Lazarus graduated from Northwest High School in 1998 and in 2002 obtained a Bachelor's Degree in sports management and communication from the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan. He was a four-year letter winner and starter at defensive tackle for the Wolverines as well as a two-time award winner of the prestigious Victors Club Trophy. After a brief stint with the Detroit Lions of the NFL Shawn entered the business world. After 3 years, Shawn realized that God was calling him into a different direction.
Shawn currently works as a detention officer in the Summit County Juvenile Court system and is an active community volunteer serving under Team J.A.M. |
 | Dave & Kristen DeSantis join in the theme of the evening.
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 | Joel Penton with YSU football coach Jon Heacock
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About Joel Penton
Joel is a graduate of The Ohio State University and a former defensive tackle for the Ohio State football team. He was a member of three Big Ten championship teams and one national championship team. Joel played in 38 straight games for the Buckeyes.
In 2006 Joel received the prestigious Danny Wuerffel Trophy, also known as the “Humanitarian Heisman.” The Trophy recognizes the nation’s college football player who best combines exemplary community service with athletic and academic achievement. Joel also received the 2006 Rex Kern Award, given by FCA to student-athlete of the year. In his time at Ohio State, Joel was a four time varsity letter winner as well as a four time Academic All-Big Ten selection. He was also chosen to play in the 2007 Hula Bowl, one of the premier college football all-star games. |
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