April 11, 2007
Orlando, Fla. (www.ucfathletics.com) - The 100 Black Men of South Florida organization will honor UCF Director of Athletics Keith Tribble as the "100's choice for exemplary service in the area of humanitarian efforts" at its upcoming Preserving the Legacy Gala on Saturday, April 21.
"We truly appreciate your commitment to the 100 and your long-standing partnership to enhance the lives of South Florida's youth," said Bobby L. Hall, President. "As an advocate for Florida's communities, we honor your efforts and applaud your passion for making a difference. Without your support, many of our youth would not have the opportunity to further their education and be exposed to positive mentoring experiences."
Tribble will be honored at the gala benefit along with other South Florida community leaders Albert E. Dotson, Jr., Immediate Past President of the Orange Bowl Committee; the Alonzo Mourning Charities; Aventura Hospital; Clear Channel; G. Eric Knowles, Senior Director of Dolphin Stadium Operations; the Orange Bowl Foundation; Publix Supermarkets; Target Corporation; United Parcel Services; and Leon Valentine (posthumous), the late community activist and successful real estate businessman.
Through this benefit and countless other activities since its inception in 1989, the 100's mission has been dedicated to improving the quality of life in black communities and enhancing educational and economic opportunities for minorities.
This tribute comes on the heels of the Orange Bowl Foundation's February 2007 Field of Dreams Benefit where Tribble was honored with their inaugural Trailblazer Award, which subsequently was renamed the Keith R. Tribble Trailblazer Award.
Tribble has been very influential not only in the athletics community, but in the minority community as well. In May of 2006, he was selected to receive the Black Coaches Association "Images of Excellence Award." The prestigious award is presented to those in the community that demonstrate a commitment by action to serve youth in the community.
Tribble was also recognized in 2005 by Black Enterprise on its list of the "50 Most Powerful Blacks in Sports" and was a featured executive in South Florida CEO magazine. Twice in 2003, Sports Illustrated recognized Tribble as one of the most respected figures in the field of collegiate athletics. First, SI named him the 23rd "Most Influential Minority in Sports." Within SI's ranking, Tribble was rated the second-most influential minority figure in the world of collegiate athletics. Next, the magazine added in its 2003 college football review that Tribble was No. 12 among the "20 Most Powerful People" in college football.
About the 100 Black Men of South Florida
For over three decades, 100 Black Men Chapters around the glove have touched the lives of more than 500,000 people. Through the 100's 4 For the Future program: Mentoring, Educating, Health & Wellness and Economic Development, young people give a competitive edge. The 100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc. serves as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents to create an environment where our youth are motivated to achieve and become self-sufficient shareholders in the economic and social fabric of the communities we serve.
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