The Matt Crowder Memorial Andover Bowl

2011 Matt Crowder Memorial Scholarship Application

Purpose
This scholarship was established to promote the same community focus and perseverance in sports, academics and life that Matt Crowder displayed during his lifetime. Scholarships will be awarded to two eligable seniors at each Andover high school. A $250 scholarship will be given to each student for use towards college tuition, fees or books. Winners will be notified when scholarships are awarded during the end of the school year at each high school.

Purpose

This scholarship was established to promote the same community focus and perseverance in sports, academics and life that Matt Crowder displayed during his lifetime. Scholarships will be awarded to two eligable seniors at each Andover high school. A $250 scholarship will be given to each student for use towards college tuition, fees or books. Winners will be notified when scholarships are awarded during the end of the school year at each high school.

Eligibility
Seniors who attend either Andover or Andover Central High School in Andover, Kansas during the 2011-2012 school year.

Criteria
1. Student athlete involved in one or more school sponsored sports at either Andover High School. (Team managers are eligable)
2. Maintain a 2.5 cumulative high school grade point average.
3. Student in good standing. (Administrator approval, no outstanding disciplinary actions).
4. Volunteered for activities outside of the school. This includes volunteer work for community organizations, tutoring, big brothers and big sisters, scouting, etc.
5. Volunteer at the 2011 Matt Crowder Memorial Andover Bowl.
6. Entering college in the summer or fall of 2012.
7. Applications must be submitted by March 1, 2012.

Describe your involvement in student athletics. Include some examples of your perseverance.

Describe your involvement in volunteer activities. Please include one or more examples.

Briefly explain why you are interested in receiving a Matt Crowder Memorial Scholarship.

Student Information
First Name:
Middle Name:
Last Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone Number:
Email:
School:
Current GPA:

2011 Andover Bowl Merchandise

Pre-orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.
(Click on the item to see more information)

Short Sleeve Shirt	Long Sleeve Shirt	Sweatshirt	Hooded Sweatshirt
	Commemorative Button	3 day pass, button and program

T-Shirt - Gildan 2000

Color: Black
Orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.

Please include your team name and grade when ordering. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach prior to the bowl.

Adult Sizes

Team Name

Grade

Front

Back

Long Sleeve Shirt - Gildan 2400

Color: Black
Orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.

Please include your team name and grade when ordering. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach prior to the bowl.

Adult Sizes

Team Name

Grade

Front

Back

Crew Neck Sweatshirt - Gildan 18000

Color: Black
Orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.

Please include your team name and grade when ordering. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach prior to the bowl.

Adult Sizes

Team Name

Grade

Front

Back

Hooded Sweatshirt - Gildan 18500

Color: Black
Orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.

Please include your team name and grade when ordering. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach prior to the bowl.

Adult Sizes

Team Name

Grade

Front

Back

Commemorative Button

Show your support for the players by wearing a commemorative button to this year's bowl.
Orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.

Please include your team name and grade when ordering. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach prior to the bowl.

Three Day Event Pass (Wrist band, Program and Button)

Wrist band provides entry to all bowl games for everyone 14 and up. 13 and under get in free. (Note: Button is not used for entry)
Orders must be received by October 15th. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach before the bowl.

Please include your team name and grade when ordering. All orders will be delivered to your team's coach prior to the bowl.

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9/29/2011 - 2011 team registrations are now available.

6/12/2011 - 2011 Online scholarship applications and volunteer sign-ups are now available.

11/8/2010 - Championship game results are posted here.

The Matt Crowder Memorial Andover Bowl is a post season junior football tournament open to all Mid-States junior football teams grades 3 through 6. This year's bowl will be held on November 4th, 5th and 6th in Andover Kansas.

All teams will play at least 2 games. All players will receive a custom medal for participating. Additional awards will be awarded to each player on the first and second place teams. The head coach on each team will also receive a team trophy for first and second place. The head coaches from each team in the championship game will award an MVP trophy to a player on the opposing team. Referees and bowl organizers will select one player from each championship game to receive the coveted sportsmanship award. This award is given to a player who showed good sportsmanship througout the game to both their team mates and the opposing team.

8 teams will be selected to play under the lights on opening night, Friday, November 4th*. *Schedule subject to change based on field availability.

Hot food and cold drinks will be available for sale at each of the event locations.

Purchase an event pass wrist band and get into every game, all weekend, for free.

2011 Matt Crowder Memorial Andover Bowl
Junior Football Tournament

Date: November 4th, 5th and 6th, 2011

Location: Andover, Kansas

Participants: All 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade Jr. football teams in the Mid States Junior Football League.

Entry Fee: $195 per team before October 11th, 2011. $225 per team after October 11th, 2011. Deadline: All team entries and fees must be received by October 16th, 2011.

Tournament Details:

All Teams will play at least 2 games.

All games will be played using the Mid States Jr. Football League 2011 Rules.

Bracketing will be based on team record within the Mid States Jr. Football League.

*All 6th grade playoff games will be played at District Stadium with 4 referees on the field.

*All 5th grade playoff games will be played at South District Stadium with 4 referees on the field.

*Games will start at 6 pm Friday and 8 am on Saturday and Sunday.

Only the first 8 team entries will be accepted per division. REGISTER NOW!

All Participants must be able to provide proof of age and have a signed release form to participate.

Team rosters must match the Mid-States roster. No team padding!

Awards:

Participation medals for all players and cheerleaders.

Team and individual trophies for the championship and runner up teams.

MVP trophy for 1 player on each team in the championship games.

Sportsmanship trophy for 1 player in each championship game.

Additional Information:

No admission on 3rd grade field for those games played behind Middle School on Saturday.

All Stadium Games: $5 admission on Friday, $5 admission on Saturday, $5 admission on Sunday. WEEKEND PASS: $8 three day pass includes wrist band and program (while supplies last).

Coaching staff, cheerleaders and kids 13 and under admitted free!

Pre-order discount on all bowl shirts.

Hot Concessions available on-site.

For more information please contact:

Name	Phone	email
Melissa Kabler	(316) 519-5235	melkabler@sbcglobal.net
Julie Olson	(316) 516-2619	julie.koch@cox.net
Robert Bunting	(316)209-5907	treasurer@andoverbowl.com

Website:

http://www.AndoverBowl.com

* - location subject to change based on availability due to college and high school playoffs.

Trophies

First Place Team: This award will be given to the team in each grade that wins the championship game. The team will be presented with the game ball to be signed and placed in the case. One award will be awarded per team.

First Place Individual This trophy will be awarded to all the players on the team that wins the championship game in each grade.

Second Place Team This trophy will be awarded to the team in each grade that places second in the championship game. One trophy will be awarded per team.

Second Place Individual This trophy will be awarded to all the players on the team that places second in the championship game for each grade.

Most Valuable Player(MVP) This trophy will be awarded to one player on each team in the championship game for each grade. This award will be given to the player that was the most valuable player for their team. This trophy is awarded by the opposing team's coach.

Sportsmanship Each grade will have one sportsmanship trophy awarded after the championship game. This award will be given to a player in the championship games whom the bowl organizers and referees feel displayed the best sportsmanship during the bowl.

Participation Medal This medal will be given to all football players who participate in the bowl. Players on the first place teams will receive a gold version of the medal. Players on the second place team will receive a silver version of the medal. All other players and cheerleaders will receive a bronze version of the medal.

Matt Crowder Images

Matt Crowder and Braden Sikes 2005.

Matt Crowder and his family.

Matt Crowder, Andover Trojans.

Matt Crowder

COMPETITIVENESS PERSONIFIED!

EXPECTED NOTHING LESS THAN YOUR BEST.

KNOWLEDGEABLE OF THE SPORT.

GAVE IT HIS "ALL", NO EXCUSES

COMPETITOR AT EVERYTHING HE DID.

FIRE PLUG- FIRE BALL, FULL SPEED AHEAD.

KNEW ONLY ONE SPEED IN COMPETITION.

"FULL SPEED AHEAD", FULL BORE.

NEGATIVENESS WAS NEVER AN OPTION.

NO EXCUSES GO GO GO!

PLAY HARD, PLAY FAIR.

PLAY TO WIN, BUT ALWAYS "PLAY FAIR".

GIVE YOUR OPPONENT HIS DUE AND RESPECT HIS EFFORT.

LIVED LIFE TO ITS FULLEST!!

LOVE YOU MATT,
GRANDPA CROWDER

MEMO
From the desk of:
H.D. Crowder. D. D. S.

Coaching

It was through tears that Matt Crowder called home that autumn evening and said, "Dad, they called me 'coach'." It had been his dream. So it was not a surprise that Sunday afternoon in November 2005, when he called home again - this time with hardly a voice left from yelling - to say, "Mom, we WON!!! I am standing on the football field with my team. We won the Newton Bowl! We are undefeated! I love you, mom."

Today, you have honored our son, Matt by your participation in this tournament. We cannot think of a more fitting tribute. Thank you.

To the players:

Coach Crowder would tell you to give it all you've got. You can do it. Don't stop now. Be the best you can be. Don't let anyone tell you that you are too little, too short, or too slow...You can do it. You can do it in football...and you can do it in life.

To the coaches:

You set the stage for a lifetime of achievement. Every child deserves a chance. Every child needs encouragement. Every child needs someone to look up to. Don't take it lightly that you might be that "someone".

To the parents:

Your children are a gift. Treasure each day. Never miss an opportunity for a kiss, a hug, a laugh, or an "I love you".


"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6

To Matt's teachers and coaches through the years:

Thanks for being patient with our high-energy son. Thanks for letting him play, even though he was too little, too short, too verbal, etc. Thanks for finding the best in him and encouraging and equipping him to succeed in business, as well as in life.

To Matt's friends (and there are so many):

Your friendship is so unique. What started out as a 7th grade team has turned into lifelong friends. Matt Crowder was blessed to have such friends. Thank you.

To the Andover community:

How do we say 'thanks' for the support you have been to our family during this time? You have shared memories, brought meals, sent cards, called, hugged, laughed and cried with us. And while we weren't even aware that we needed those things, you have literally carried us through this time. Thank You, Thank You. Thank You.

With our heartfelt appreciation
We are the family of
Matt Crowder

Wife and son:

Laura and Griffin Crowder

Parents:

Dr. Richard and Debbi Crowder

Brothers:

Drs. Ric and Susan Crowder and Kayla, Brennan and Madeline
Adam and Lisa Crowder and Brittany

Sister:

Maci Crowder

Grandparents:

Don and Pat Scott
Dr. H.D. Crowder

Aunts, Uncles and Cousins

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Matt suffered from a type of heart disease known as Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (abbreviated HCM). You may not have heard of this type of heart disease. However, about 1 in 500 people are afflicted with HCM. HCM is predominantly a genetic disease, but many cases are not genetically linked. HCM is a disease that affects the heart muscle. The most consistent feature is excessive thickening of the walls of the heart muscle, primarily the septum. Some people call this enlarged heart. HCM is one of the silent type diseases. With no family history to help the physician, a typical health physical will not identify the disease. An echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) is normally required to identify HCM. With early detection a person can have a normal productive life. In Matt's case, there was no detection.

Some Statistics:: Congenital Heart Defects (CHD) affects; 1 in 110 births (AHA statistic).; 7,000 to 14,000 young people die from; Sudden Cardiac Death every YEAR (CDC statistic).; 36% of these deaths are directly attributed to HCM.; 1 in 500 people of the general population have HCM;; (Dr. Barry Maron, Minneapolis Heart Institute, statistic).

For more information please check out one of the links below:

www.anthonybates.org

www.parentheartwatch.org

www.4hcm.org

Scholarship Information

The original intent of this bowl was to raise money primarily for the Andover Junior Football program as well as the other Andover school football programs. We have established a memorial scholarship in Matt's name.

A scholarship has been established up for 2 high school seniors at each of the Andover high schools. A fixed amount will be donated per recipient towards their college education. We will select candidates who submit an application based on their good standing (no bad grades or other disciplinary issues), community service and volunteer status with the annual Andover Bowl.

All funding for scholarships will be taken from the proceeds generated at the annual bowl event.

Bowl Volunteer Sign-up

Dates:	November 4th, 5th and 6th 2011
Times:	Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Saturday 6:30 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Locations:	District Stadium South District Stadium Andover Central Middle School Practice Field

* First and last shifts will be responsible for setup and break down of designated areas *
* All shifts are 1.5-2 hours (typically the length of a game) *
* Please submit volunteer forms by October 15th, 2011 *
* Please contact the volunteer coordinator at volunteer@andoverbowl.com with any questions *

Volunteer Information
First Name:
Last Name:
Time Available:
Date Available:
Position:
Location:
Phone Number:
Email:


	Do you need a volunteer letter documenting your time?
If so, who do you want the letter sent to?

Position	Description
Runner:	Must be an adult (18+) with a cell phone and available car. Assists staff and patrons on game day by running errands, emptying trash, running supplies between sites and assists with concessions.
Clock:	Runs game clock and scoreboard during games.
Sales:	Selling T-Shirts. Must be 13+ to handle money with parental supervision.
Ticket Takers:	Take money, handle ticket and button sales and pass out programs. Must be 13+ to handle money with parental supervision.
Concessions:	Take and fill orders, serve food and drinks. Must be 13+ to handle money with parental supervision.

2011 Matt Crowder Memorial
Andover Bowl

November 4th, 5th and 6th, 2011
Andover, KS
Junior Football Tournament

TEAM ENTRY FORM
Team Name:
Grade Level :
Head Coach:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone Number:
Contact:
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:
Number of Players:
Jersey Color(s):
Pant Color(s)
Helmet Color(s):


Please check all that apply.
	Will your team be attemping field goals or kicking extra points?
	Are you interested in pre-ordering bowl shirts (Supplies will be limited during the bowl)?
	Would you like to provide a team photo for the program? (Must be submitted by October 5th, 2011)
	Would you like to provide a team logo for the program? (Must be submitted by October 5th, 2011)
	May we add you to our mailing list for future events?


All games will be conducted under the current Mid-States League rules.
All players must have proof of age (birth certificate) available to participate.
Team rosters must match those on file with the Mid-States League rosters.
PADDING TEAMS WILL NOT BE TOLORATED!
Coaches must sign a release of liability form prior to their first bowl game.
Games cancelled due to weather will not be rescheduled.

TEAM ROSTER
Name	Number	Pronunciation

Coaches
Name	Pronunciation

CHEERLEADER ROSTER
Name	Pronunciation

CHEERLEADER COACHES
Name	Pronunciation

Comments

ENTRY FEE
Entry Date	Fee
On or before October 11th, 2011	$195
After October 11th, 2011	$225

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Make checks payable to:	Andover Junior Sports Association
Entry Deadline:	October 16th, 2011
Please mail entry fees to:	Andover Junior Sports Association P.O. Box 643 Andover, KS 67002

Coming Soon!!!

Maps of Andover

Andover

North Andover
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South Andover
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District Stadium
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South District Stadium
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Andover Central Middle School Field
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Matt Crowder Memorial Scholarship Recipients

2011 Recipients

Andover High School

No applications received.
Donation to be made to the high school directly in place of scholarships.

Andover Central High School

No applications received.
Donation to be made to the high school directly in place of scholarships.

2010 Recipients

Andover High School

Megan Lenz
Adam Ferenc

Andover Central High School

Michael Wisler
Cameron Banning

2009 Recipients

Andover High School

Sabra Clark
Luke Hantla

Andover Central High School

Julianne Baier

2008 Recipients

Andover High School

Derek Base
Taylor Herren

Andover Central High School

Britt Chamberlin
Blane Crouch

Matt Crowder Memorial Andover Bowl Champions

Congratulations to the 2010 champions:

3rd Grade - Haysville Colts
4th Grade - Derby Panthers
5th Grade - Andover Cyclones
6th Grade - Rose Hill Rockets

Congratulations to the 2009 champions:

3rd Grade - Winfield Vikings
4th Grade - Andover Cyclones
5th Grade - Andover Cyclones
6th Grade - Andover Titans

Congratulations to the 2008 champions:

3rd Grade - Andover Cyclones
4th Grade - Augusta Orioles
5th Grade - Andover Titans
6th Grade - Winfield Vikings

Congratulations to the 2007 champions:

3rd Grade - Wichita Bears
4th Grade - Augusta Orioles
5th Grade - Andover Falcons
6th Grade - Wichita Bears

Thank you to all the players, coaches, volunteers, sponsors and the Andover community. Our success would not be possible without your support!

2010 Matt Crowder Memorial Andover Bowl Teams

	3rd Grade	4th Grade	5th Grade	6th Grade
1	Andover Falcons (6-2-0)	Andover Cyclones (8-0-0)	**Andover Cyclones (7-0-0)	*Andover Cyclones (6-2-0)
2	Andover Jets (7-0-0)	Andover Falcons (5-2-0)	Andover Falcons (7-1-0)	Andover Hawks (7-1-0)
3	Ark City Bulldogs (7-0-0)	Derby Panthers #1 (7-1-0)	Andover Titans (7-0-1)	Derby Panthers #1 (5-2-0)
4	Derby Panthers (7-1-0)	Derby Panthers #2 (4-3-0)	Ark City Bulldogs 4-3-0)	Derby Panthers #2 (4-3-0)
5	Douglass Bulldogs (0-6-0)	Goddard Lions (4-3-0)	Buhler Crusaders Maroon (5-2-0)	Haysville Colts (5-3-0)
6	Goddard Lions (3-4-0)	Rose Hill Rockets (4-4-0)	Buhler Crusaders White (6-1-0)	Rose Hill Rockets (6-1-0)
7	Haysville Colts (7-0-0)	*Winfield Vikings #1 (4-3-0)	Derby Panthers (6-2-0)	Wellington Knights (1-7-0)
8	Winfield Vikings (4-3-0)	Winfield Vikings #2 (3-5-0)	Wichita United Patriots (6-1-1)	Winfield Vikings (4-4-0)
9			Wellington Jr. Dukes (3-4-0)
*Returning 2009 champion
**Returning 2008 and 2009 champion

* First and last shifts will be responsible for setup and break down of designated areas *
* All shifts are 1.5-2 hours (typically the length of a game) *
* Please submit volunteer forms by October 15th, 2011 *
* Please contact the volunteer coordinator at volunteer@andoverbowl.com with any questions *

President		president@andoverbowl.com
Vice President	Doug Richerson	vicepresident@andoverbowl.com
Treasurer	Robert Bunting	treasurer@andoverbowl.com