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Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:43 PM

Brown, Moore and Wright receive awards at annual Parks and Rec banquet

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Brown, Moore and Wright receive awards at annual Parks and Rec banquet

Pierce County Recreation Department received three top awards at the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) Class C Annual Awards Banquet last week.

Recreation director Coach Maureen Brown received the Roger Johnson Award for Excellence in Recreation Administration. Coach Brown was also officially sworn in as a GRPA State Commissioner-Elect for Class C, District II.

Athletic Coordinator Derrail Moore received the Mickey Katkaveck Award for parks maintenance and operations.

Moore was recognized for his hard work, dedication and commitment to maintaining and improving Pierce County’s recreational facilities and programs.

Athletic Coordinator Derrail Moore (left) and Rec Director Maureen Brown received awards at the GRPA Awards banquet. Volunteer Chris Wright (not shown) also received an award.

Blackshear Police Chief Chris Wright received the Terry Thompson Award for Outstanding Community Service Chief Wright was recognized for his outstanding volunteer service, generosity and continued support of our recreation department and community.

The winning did not stop there, however. Coach Brown even walked away with a six-person tent as a door prize.

“We are extremely proud of each of these individuals. Their commitment to serving our youth, families and community is what makes the Pierce County Recreation Department so special,” said a spokesman for the department.


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