Allan & Laura McNabb
Induction Award:
Laura served on the Vespra Minor Softball league executive and was president for a number of years. This involved registering teams, developing schedules, securing playing fields and addressing any issues that might arise. For this work she received a minor softball award from the township. Laura also coached local teams including the 1983 Edenvale Squirts along with her son Ed.
Allan worked tirelessly as the area OASA convenor from 1977 – 1984, organizing and overseeing schedules, rules, umpires and tournaments. He worked with many coaches and teams during this time and travelled many miles to attend games and tournaments. Allan was always pleased to present OASA Pennants to winning teams, especially when they were local. Allan wore his convenors jacket with pride.
Allan and Laura were involved in softball at the local level in Vespra/Springwater for at least 30 years.
Member Details:
Category: Builder
Year of Induction: 2021
Sports: Softball (Vespra/Springwater and OASA)
Nomination: Deb White
Highlights:
In 1981 Laura and Allan were presented with a Public Service Award from the Township of Vespra for their dedication and service to minor softball. In 1988, they were awarded Olympic Medals as part of the Calgary Olympic celebrations in recognition of their dedication and service to minor softball.
Allan coached the 1975 OASA Minesing Peewee ‘C’ champions and the 1979 OASA Minesing Midget ‘C’ champions.
Narrative:
Allan was born and lived all of his life on the family farm in Springwater Township in Edenvale. Laura moved to Edenvale when they were married on September 11, 1954. ...more narrative
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