2003 Sexton Scholarship Awards

April 26- The University of Tennessee Men's Rugby Club announced the recipients of the 2003 Sexton Scholarship at its annual Old Boys Awards Banquet on Saturday night.

The Sexton Scholarship is awarded each year to players that have distinquished themselves both on and off the field as dedicated club members. This year, each recipient will receive a scholarship in the amount of $500 that will be applied towards their Fall tuition.

For 2003, the UT Old Boys are pleased to award the Sexton Scholarships to Jesse Troxler and Brett Jones. Jesse, a hooker and flanker, is in his third year at UTRFC and is from the Knoxville area (Karns HS). This is his second Sexton Scholarship having also been presented with this award in 2002. He currently serves as the club's Vice President. Brett, a scrumhalf and wing, is a second year player from Brentwood where he played high school rugby for the Brentwood HS Brumbies. He currently serves as the club's Treasurer.

For more information on these scholarships or on the rugby club at the University of Tennessee, contact Marty Bradley or visit the Sexton Scholarship Page.