APPLE PICKS UP POST SEASON AWARD

Patty Pender Is Tops
Honored At Lunch Banquet

Thatsmysweetie
Nashville, TN

With their off season now in full swing and entering into the coldest days of the year, the Apples today announced that veteran outfielder Patty Pender, who spends her off season as a physical education teacher in Nashville, has been named 2008 Teacher of the Year by TAHPERD - Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.

Pender was presented the award at the associations annual presidential lunch banquet that was held at the Embassy Suites - Franklin. The award ceremony, attended by over 600 members of the Tennessee chapter of TAHPERD was highlighted by the presentation of the award to Pender following the keynote address by Tennessee Titans starting linebacker David Thorton. Thorton's address to the crowd included several references to individuals like Pender who through their daily actions show and teach the benefits of daily exercise and an overall healthy lifestyle.

"I'm touched, I really am" said Pender when asked for comment following the ceremony. Added Pender, "It's always an honor to be recognized by your peers, and I'm thankful to everyone who played a part in making this day what it was." Pender then spent a few minutes taking photos and signing autographs before heading out of into the brisk November weather to begin her daily exercise routine that is part of the Apples off season training schedule.

When contacted about the award given to Pender, AGFHOF Don Bernitt was quick to say, "I'm really not surprised at all. Patty has for years been one of the leaders of the Apples and I don't think any of our post game get together's would have taken place without her." "Kidding aside" continued Bernitt, "Pender has the energy of a teenager and my hat is off to her. She is a great example of what an active lifestyle has to offer and I'm darn proud to have her as my teammate for life."

And so it goes, the off season continues and the Apples roll on, and to no surprise we again hear that now famous cheer.............................

How bout them Apples !

Way To Go Patty !!!