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Sports Journalist, TV sports analyst, Radio commentator, Tony Barnhart to Speak

Tony Barnhart completed his 47th season of covering college football for newspapers, radio, television and the internet. He was a college football analyst for eight years with the SEC Network. Previously he was a college football analyst for CBS Sports and a reporter for ESPN’s College GameDay. He spent 25 years at The Atlanta-Journal Constitution as a college football writer. Tony is a 1976 graduate of Grady College, the school of Journalism at the University of Georgia. Tony has authored five books on college football. Among the books are the autobiographies of Vince Dooley and Larry Munson. His sixth book The 19 of Greene was published in October 2023. The book details the Greene County Tigers football team’s surprisingly successful season, the enduring relationships he formed with his teammates, the difficulties of school sports integration, and the positive impact this team had on the community.

Skipper Hoke Awards

It’s Skipper Hoke Leadership Awards Week!  

During our lunch we will be recognizing the 2023 football programs at Blessed Trinity, Fellowship Christian, and Roswell High School as well as a standout student athlete from each.  These students exhibit high leadership ideals and embody the Rotary ideal of Service above Self.  They are honored with their name being added to the impressive trophy which sits in their respective school lobby year round.  They will also receive an individual trophy to keep.  Listening to how these student athletes are involved in the community, in their school, and focused on their life goals is exciting.  

Skipper was a long-time member of the Roswell Rotary Club having joined in 1981 and served as President in 1990.  He loved his UGA Bulldogs, his childhood hometown of Newnan, and the Roswell community while being Vice President of the Roswell Bank for over 20 years.  His wife, Nancy, can still be seen at a Roswell Rotary event occasionally.  She is proud that this tradition continues strong for it started in 2017 after Skipper’s unexpected death in 2016 at age 72. Thanks to Dave Young and Jim Broadway for honoring not only a great community member but also a great Rotarian by keeping this award relevant to our high school student’s today. 

Give a pint of blood, get a pint of Variant beer
Blood Drive Jan. 31 & Chance to Win SuperBowl Tickets

Wills Park Pool
Polar Bear Plunge Feb 3rd

For more information, contact Courtney Lott courtney.lott@kw.com

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New Member Spotlight
Welcome William E. Brown

We are delighted to welcome William E. Brown into the Roswell Rotary Club. He joined in November of 2023 and has been a regular at lunch. New members are the future of Roswell Rotary and we all look forward to working with this servant leader while serving our Roswell Community. Some interesting notes about William:

Schools attended: Vanderbilt University (undergrad. – Bachelor of Science); St. Louis University University School of Law (J.D.); St. Mary’s University Greehey School of Business (MBA); Texas A&M University School of Law (L.LM)

Where he lives and has lived:  Woodstock, Georgia; has lived in Tennessee, Missouri, Virginia, Kansas, and Texas

Spouse: Dr. Marilyn Brown

Kids: William (32); Alexander (23); and Ashley (20)

Other involvement in community: American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Georgia Football Official Association, church

Career: Attorney

Hobbies & Interests: Golfing, travel, and American history 

Why he joined Rotary:

• Community Service: Rotary Clubs are known for their commitment to community service. By joining, I could actively participate in various service projects that address local and global issues. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact on your community and beyond.

• Networking: Rotary offers a platform for networking and building meaningful relationships with fellow members. I'll meet people from diverse backgrounds and professions, which can be valuable for personal and professional growth.

• Personal Development: Rotary Clubs often provide opportunities for leadership development and public speaking. These skills can be beneficial in both my personal and professional life.

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