Henrico PAL 2024 Award Winners
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Greetings Henrico PAL Friend,
On Thursday, October 30, 2025, The Henrico Police Athletic League held its 15th Annual Awards Banquet at The Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Sport Pump in Henrico County, VA. The ceremony was a celebration of Henrico PAL's accomplishments and a means to honor and recognize the outstanding contributions of our Award Winners. The Award Banquet was led by Clovia Lawrence who served as Mistress of Ceremony with the assistance of Malia Frazier & Draeon Gregory, members of the Henrico PAL Youth Leadership Council. The opening prayer/benediction was rendered by Rev. Dr. Michelle McQueen-Williams.
A performance from National Gospel Recording Artist Officer Mervin Mayo entertained the nearly 200 banquet attendees. The keynote speaker for the event was President/CEO of the Legends of Basketball Antonio Davis, who provided an inspiring message. Additionally, Henrico County Police Chief Eric English brought greetings from Henrico County, and closing remarks were rendered by Henrico PAL Board President Johnny Newman.
The ceremony was attended by a host of Henrico County Government Officials, other dignitaries, Police Officers, Henrico PAL Board Members, Employees, Youth Leadership Council Members, Supporters, Volunteers, and Families.
The following organizations and individuals were recognized for their contributions: Henrico County Recreation & Parks (Summer Camp Sponsor), Henrico County Public Schools-Nutrition Services (Summer Camp Supporter), Henrico County Public Schools-Pupil Transportation (Summer Camp Supporter), Feed More-Kids Café (After School Program), St. Christophers (Wrestling Program-Supporter), META (STEM-Sponsor), Richmond Strikers (Summer Camp Supporter), Tuckahoe Sports, Inc (Summer Camp Supporter), Richmond Volleyball (Summer Camp Supporter), Cultural Arts Center of Glen Allen (After School Program), Altria (STEM-Sponsor), West End Assembly of God (Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Sponsor), YMCA (Summer Camp Supporter), NOVA (Summer Camp Supporter), First Tee of Greater Richmond (Summer Camp), and University of Richmond Dept. of Education (After School Program)
The Henrico PAL College Scholarship Award Winners:
Ayden Smith (The Royce Mulholland Scholarship)
Sierra Pemberton (The TyVaughn Eldridge Scholarship)
Kaleb Rawlings & Jassan Shabazz (The William Sutton Scholarship)
The Henrico PAL Award Winners:
Joshua Nicholson(Volunteer of the Year)
Ayden Smith (Youth of the Year)
Lakeisha Stockton (Employee of the Year)
Tony Elam (Board Member of the Year)
Officer Jackie Ayers (Police Officer of the Year)
Carol Jellie (Board Member Emeritus)
Donald Blake (Board Member Emeritus)
John Kilmer (Board Member Emeritus)
Judge Gary Hicks (Board Member Emeritus)
Victor Williams (Board Member Emeritus)
PLEASE CLICK ON THE BELOW LISTED LINKS FOR ALL PHOTOS FROM THE AWARD BANQUET:
https://sohophotos.pixieset.com/palawards2025/
Henrico PAL Awards '25 - maxwilliams
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE HENRICO PAL AWARD WINNERS!!!
Thank you for all of your support!
Kenny
On Thursday, October 30, 2025, The Henrico Police Athletic League held its 15th Annual Awards Banquet at The Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Sport Pump in Henrico County, VA. The ceremony was a celebration of Henrico PAL's accomplishments and a means to honor and recognize the outstanding contributions of our Award Winners. The Award Banquet was led by Clovia Lawrence who served as Mistress of Ceremony with the assistance of Malia Frazier & Draeon Gregory, members of the Henrico PAL Youth Leadership Council. The opening prayer/benediction was rendered by Rev. Dr. Michelle McQueen-Williams.
A performance from National Gospel Recording Artist Officer Mervin Mayo entertained the nearly 200 banquet attendees. The keynote speaker for the event was President/CEO of the Legends of Basketball Antonio Davis, who provided an inspiring message. Additionally, Henrico County Police Chief Eric English brought greetings from Henrico County, and closing remarks were rendered by Henrico PAL Board President Johnny Newman.
The ceremony was attended by a host of Henrico County Government Officials, other dignitaries, Police Officers, Henrico PAL Board Members, Employees, Youth Leadership Council Members, Supporters, Volunteers, and Families.
The following organizations and individuals were recognized for their contributions: Henrico County Recreation & Parks (Summer Camp Sponsor), Henrico County Public Schools-Nutrition Services (Summer Camp Supporter), Henrico County Public Schools-Pupil Transportation (Summer Camp Supporter), Feed More-Kids Café (After School Program), St. Christophers (Wrestling Program-Supporter), META (STEM-Sponsor), Richmond Strikers (Summer Camp Supporter), Tuckahoe Sports, Inc (Summer Camp Supporter), Richmond Volleyball (Summer Camp Supporter), Cultural Arts Center of Glen Allen (After School Program), Altria (STEM-Sponsor), West End Assembly of God (Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Sponsor), YMCA (Summer Camp Supporter), NOVA (Summer Camp Supporter), First Tee of Greater Richmond (Summer Camp), and University of Richmond Dept. of Education (After School Program)
The Henrico PAL College Scholarship Award Winners:
Ayden Smith (The Royce Mulholland Scholarship)
Sierra Pemberton (The TyVaughn Eldridge Scholarship)
Kaleb Rawlings & Jassan Shabazz (The William Sutton Scholarship)
The Henrico PAL Award Winners:
Joshua Nicholson(Volunteer of the Year)
Ayden Smith (Youth of the Year)
Lakeisha Stockton (Employee of the Year)
Tony Elam (Board Member of the Year)
Officer Jackie Ayers (Police Officer of the Year)
Carol Jellie (Board Member Emeritus)
Donald Blake (Board Member Emeritus)
John Kilmer (Board Member Emeritus)
Judge Gary Hicks (Board Member Emeritus)
Victor Williams (Board Member Emeritus)
PLEASE CLICK ON THE BELOW LISTED LINKS FOR ALL PHOTOS FROM THE AWARD BANQUET:
https://sohophotos.pixieset.com/palawards2025/
Henrico PAL Awards '25 - maxwilliams
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE HENRICO PAL AWARD WINNERS!!!
Thank you for all of your support!
Kenny