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FOH Scholarship Recipients
Meet the first round of McConnell Golf Folds of Honor Scholarship Recipients. Thank you for your generous donations!
THE CARDINAL BY PETE DYE'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Zachary Ray from Greenville, NC 4th Year Scholarship Recipient Senior at East Carolina University
Born in Haau, Germany, Zachary is a student track athlete studying Parks and Recreation Management with plans to attend graduate school. His father is Army Master Sergeant Arthur F. Ray (Served for 29 years, Retired in 2016). Sydnee Jackson from Raeford, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC - Greensboro
Sydnee was an active ROTC member at her high school and became the first female First Sergeant. She is studying English with plans to become an Educator and/or Writer. Her father is Air Force Senior Master Sergeant Willie E. Jackson
COUNTRY CLUB OF ASHEVILLE'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT HOLSTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Daysha Chaney from Winnabow, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC Asheville
Daysha is on the women's soccer team and is currently studying Political Science with the hopes of becoming a journalist. Her father is Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Devon T. Chaney (Served for 20 years, Retired in 2017).
MUSGROVE MILL GOLF CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT OLD NORTH STATE CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Mykayla Overton from Summerville, SC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at Presbyterian College in Clinton
Mykayla is studying Biochemistry to become a doctor and wants to help develop a cure for cancer. She volunteers at the local VA Hospital. Her father is Air Force Master Sergeant Alphonso R. Overton (Served for 22 years, Retired in 2008). Jaylen Brooks from Charlotte, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC Charlotte Jaylen is studying Law with the hopes of becoming an attorney. He enjoys playing and officiating soccer, law, and public service. His father is Marine Corps Sergeant Gregory J. Brooks
PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT PROVIDENCE COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Mikeal "Tanner" Murray from Jacksonville, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC Wilmington Tanner is studying Marine Biology with hopes of obtaining both a Master's and Doctorate degree. His father is Marine Corps Major Mikeal S. Murray (Served for 22 years, Retired in 2014). Isaiah Belk from Charlotte, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Senior at UNC Charlotte Isaiah is studying Health Systems Management and is a walk-on football athlete at the university. He was a semifinalist for the Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholarship Award. His father is Army Private Rodney A. Belk (Served for 17 years).
(Served for 26 years, Retired in 2012).
Kayla Eddins from Adams, Tennessee 2nd Year Scholarship Recipient Sophomore at University of Tennessee
Kayla is studying Neuroscience in part, due to her father's service-related injuries and wants to become a Neurologist and/or researcher. Her father is Army Sergeant 1st Class Edward L. Eddins (Served for 20 years, Retired in 2009
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Mary McFadyen from Pinehurst, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at NC State University
Mary is studying Business Administration and Marketing with plans to earn an MBA. She would like to work for the Cherokee Fund in Raleigh, where she spent time as an intern. Her father is Army Colonel Thomas N. McFadyen (Served for 28.5 years). DeRon Ray from Fayetteville, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Senior at NC Central University
DeRon is studying Graphic Design and Visual Communications with hopes of becoming a Graphic Designer and wellknown artist. He won an award for "Best Lyricist" at the university. His father is Army Master Sergeant Rodney C. Ray
RALEIGH GOLF ASSOCIATION'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Bailee Porter from Whispering Pines, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at NC State University
Bailee is an active member of the FIMRC Club (Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children) as well as the Acts 2 Fellowship Club. She is studying Biological Oceanography and Psychology. Her father is Army First Sergeant Brian Z. Porter (Served for 26.5 years, Retired in 2013
). Adam Gonzalez from Fayetteville, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at NC State University Adam is studying Business Marketing and plans on working in the marketing field. He received the "Servant's Heart" Scholarship in high school. His father is Army Sergeant First Class Elias "Eli" L. Gonzalez (Served for 20 years, Retired in 2003).
THE RESERVE GOLF CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT THE WATER'S EDGE COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Tyler Cain from Sumter, SC 2nd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at Coastal Carolina University
Tyler is studying Political Science with plans to attend law school so he can become an attorney and help shape legislation to assist veterans and their families. His father is Marine Corps Sergeant Jeremy J. Cain (Served for 13.5 years)
Will J. Johnson from Jacksonville, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Sophomore at NC A&T University
Will is studying Kinesiology with plans to become a Physical Therapist. He describes himself as wise, determined and nurturing. His father is Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 3 Willie C. Johnson (Served for 21 years, Retired in 2013). Laney is studying Interior Design. She is involved in the "Be the Match" Club, whose mission is to help cure cancer and raise awareness about bone marrow donations. Her father is Navy Chief Petty Officer Daniel P. McCullough (Served for 12.5 years, Retired in 2006).
(Served for 23 years, Retired in 2012).
Laney McCullough from Spotsylvania, VA 2nd Year Scholarship Recipient Sophomore at Virginia Tech University
As part of McConnell Golf's Footprints on the Green program, we were able to contribute over $300,000 with 1,526 total gifts to Folds of Honor! The money raised will impact even more families in the months and years to come. McConnell Golf and the Folds of Honor Foundation greatly appreciate the generosity of our members. To learn more about Footprints on the Green, please visit mcconnellgolf.com/footprints-green. To learn more about Folds of Honor, visit foldsofhonor.org.
