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Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops For Heart are national programs jointly sponsored by the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) and the American Heart Association (AHA).
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 Hoops For Heart Recognition Award

Each year AAHPERD selects one Hoops For Heart coordinator to win the prestigious Outstanding Coordinator of the Year Award. This individual is honored at the AAHPERD National Convention for his/her dedication and commitment to the HFH program. The recipient will receive a stipend for their convention travel expenses. Eligible coordinators who are current AAHPERD members of at least two years may apply or be nominated by any individual.  A complete list of eligibility requirements and application instructions can be found in the application packet.  Please contact the Joint Projects Program Manager at 1-800-213-7193 x481 for more information.

2012 Hoops For Heart Recognition Award Application

Hoops For Heart Recognition Award Winners

Jason Busche 2011
Carolyn Deeb 2009
Charlene Francisco 2008
Larry Doyle 2007
John Dempsey 2006
Jason Feid 2006
Doug Kane 2005
Marla Thomas 2004
Brook Gibbons 2003
Jaylen Turner 2001
Linda Galloway 2000
Tommy Esparza 1999
Mike Daniel 1998