Jim Thorpe Association
The Jim Thorpe Association is a civic and charity organization based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It is named in memory of multi-sport legend Jim Thorpe.
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Jim Thorpe Award
The organization has awarded the Jim Thorpe Award to the top defensive back in college football since 1986.
To determine the awards, a screen committee follows the players during the season.[1] The award is presented at an annual awards banquet along with the commemorative plate of spaghetti.[2]
Lifetime Achievement Award
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Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame
The Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame, founded in 1986, became a part of the Jim Thorpe Association in 1989. At least two inductees are selected for the Hall of Fame each year, based on athletic accomplishments and identification with the State of Oklahoma.[3]
Other awards
- See footnote[4]
References
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- ↑ Go to Home page and click on "Awards". The Jim Thorpe Association and Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame official website. Retrieved 2011-09-11.
External links
- [1]. The Jim Thorpe Association and Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame official website
