These notes refer to Photo 41
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Col 1. Beginning at the top left of the wall and identifying from top to bottom.

Certificate of appreciation to Nick Sabetto for 18 yrs of service in the Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club of Amityville, NY as a Swim Coach and Lifeguard. Signed by a host of club management and Peter O'Malley, son of Walter O'Malley former Dodgers owner.

Large red background poster is from the Testimonial Dinner given to Nick at the Sunrise Village, Bellmore, NY in June 1975. Signatures at the bottom are attendees wishing Coach Sabetto well in his retirement.

Second from the bottom of Col 1, and barely visible, is the 1963 Plaque of Appreciation from the Jewish War Veterans of St Lucie County for Nick's contributions to their organization in developing a physical fitness program.

Bottom of Col 1, barely visible in the following photo, Plaque from the Mepham student body for Nick's coaching contributions over his 32 years at Mepham, date probably 1975.

Col 2, Top.

Nassau County Coach of the Year 1952. Awarded by the Nassau County Sports Commission (NCSC) or its predecessor.

Assistance Award by St Lucie/Martin Counties Boy Scouts of America in helping their Eagle Scouts at Kamp Kanesha, FL.

Recognition Award for eight years of service and support to the St Lucie County Library Association. Granted in Feb. 1988.

Nassau County Central H.S. District Award for 25 years (1943-1968) of service to the High Schools of the district.

At the bottom of Col 2 and barely visible behind the football on the end table, is one of 5 awards posted on this wall and given by the Rotary International Club, St Lucie Chapter, to Nick for his financial support and activities with the club.

Col 3 Top.

Plaque given to Sherly Sabetto by the St Lucie/Martin County Girl Scouts in 1969 for her guidance and understanding in mentoring the local chapter.

The 1965 Award for Nick given by the Nassau County Football Association.

Mepham H.S. plaque denoting Long Island Championships in Cross Country in 1943,1944, and 1945.

Citation to Nick from the Florida State Board of Community Colleges for his development of the Indian River, FL Community College physical education program.

Port St Lucie Rotary Award for contributions in 1992-1994.

Yet another award of gratitude from the Rotary Club in 1995.

Col 4 Top.

Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club award previously described.

Nick's record in coaching track at Mepham H.S. during the years 1944 thru 1962 which are engraved on the plate. They include State Champions: Hank Henery in the Pole Vault 1949, 1950, and 1951; John Walsh in the Hurdles 1951; 880 Yard Relay Team 1951; ???; Hurdles 1956 and 1957; Charlie Rice Broad Jump 1959; Don Mayland Pole Vault 1962; Additionally, Mepham was Nassau Section 8 Track Champions 16 times and South Shore Champions 24 times during Coach Sabetto's tenure.

Col 5 Top. Coach of the year in Nassau County 1949.

Mepham H.S. Swim Coach Section 8 Champs 1945 - 1947

1975 Award by the Mepham Dad's Club for Nick's dedicated service as a "coach, athletic director, and administrator".

Just above the book rack is a Sabetto family citation for support to the local Animal Shelter.

Col 6 Top

Coach of the Year in Nassau County 1950 given by NCSC.

Unknown small shield like award.

Third down is another award from the Rotary Club.

Next down, the football kicker, speaks for itself, with the "Great Coach Award" banner attached to the bottom.

Award partially hidden by the banner. You can be sure that somewhere on it will read Nick Sabetto.

Col 7 Top

Award from the Board of Governors of the Indianhead, FL Golf and Country Club for services to the club in 1983-1995.

Service Award by the Port St Lucie Italian/American Civic Association for Nick's contributions given in 1987.

1975 Award by the Nassau County Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Dept for "outstanding contributions to athletics" to Nick Sabetto.

Another Rotary Club award for contributions.

Unreadable shield plaque.

Col 8 Top

State of Florida 1988 Award for Nick's service to the State Board of Community Colleges signed by the Governor.

1991 Award to Nicholas A. Sabetto for appreciation of years of service to the Community College System of Florida. The recognition is given by the State Board of Community Colleges.

Large citation for Nick's service of 4 years on the St Lucie County School Board issued in 1984.

Award given by Kennedy H.S.

Team picture of the 1988 Port St Lucie (PSL) Mets (1988 Florida State League Champions). PSL is where the NY Mets take their spring training and we try to get Nick to at least a game every spring. Other alumni could jump in here and help. The Spring season is about a month long and about 15 games are played in PSL's Tradition Field. It is a beautiful park and tickets go on sale on Jan 2. All the reserved seats are sold out every year to season ticket holders, however seats immediately above the reserved sections, and with excellent views, are available on a first come, first served basis. Hint: try and get on the West side of the stadium for day games. The sun is behind the stands by 1 p.m. and it's most pleasant by then. Day games start at 1:10 p.m.. By Jan 1 go to the Mets website for the 2007 schedule including a diagram of the field seating.

Last. One of Nick's son-in-law's is in local Law Enforcement and he poses with his dog.

Finally, to the top right of the WOA we see the Paul Harris Fellow Award given by the Rotary International Club for contributions of $1,000 or more. Side bar. The Rotary is now asking donations of that amount to reach their one-millionth Fellow.

To the right of the PHF is the last award on the wall for Nick's six years of service to the PLS Domestic Violence Services, dated 1995.

Note the photo and descriptions are by Frank G. Coons '49