James Paul Manjarrez Charitable Association

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About Paul

 

James “Paul” Manjarrez had a passion for creating a positive environment for boys and girls through the Bellevue Newport Knights Junior Football & Cheer Programs.  Paul’s goal was to create a dynamic, first class organization.  Under his direction, the Junior Programs served as a foundation to support the Newport High (NHS) Football & Cheer Programs.  Paul’s dedication to sports also included the following.

 

Assistant and Head Coach for the Colts, later re-named Jr Knights, where he led teams to multiple championships

 

Assistant Coach for Bellevue Boys & Girls Club Basketball Leagues

 

Assistant Coach for Bellevue Thunderbird Little League

 

NHS Freshman Baseball Coach

 

NHS Football Assistant Coach

 

As Bellevue Newport Knights Junior Football & Cheer System Director, Paul established:

  • board of directors and defined key roles & responsibilities

  • concessions for home games

  • pre-season BBQ to build camaraderie in the "Jr Knights family"

  • system banquet to reinforce the "family atmosphere" amongst teams

  • feeder concept to support NHS Football & Cheer

  • summer camps to foster the tie between Jr Knights and NHS Football

 

 

This page was last modified on September 04, 2006 10:56 PM

 

 

Testimonials

 

“You touched many and will be missed by all.” A sentiment shared by many who knew Coach James “Paul” Manjarrez. A talented athlete himself, Coach Manjarrez had a passion for creating a positive environment for boys and girls through sports. He dedicated himself to coaching youths in team sports such as football, basketball, and baseball. Coach Manjarrez brought his vision to life by creating a dynamic program that joined two programs together. Under his direction, the Newport Knights Junior Football & Cheer Programs served as a foundation to support Newport High athletic programs.

 

 

“You loved everyone around you and everyone loved you.” Coach Manjarrez had a keen sense towards paying special attention to athletes on multiple levels, big or small – be it a little boost in encouragement, small talks, advice on life, etc. He understood the need to reach out, be able to talk with, and listen to his players – be a positive influence to them.

 

 

 

“(We) will never forget how much you helped us.” Newport athletes and their families were an extended family. Paul welcomed everyone to "his" family and enjoyed pizza parties, BBQ's and dinners with athletes, neighbors and their families. He made it possible for athletes to earn Community Service hours coaching. In the process, they learned a lot about others and a lot about themselves. Along the way, they also found a strong friendship that had been built with Paul.

 

 

 

Paul loved the kids, families and programs that allowed his passion to flourish. This community was his life love that enabled Paul to be a greater person. The family is thankful for the opportunity that allowed Paul to live his dreams!