Dr. David Shelton of the SEALS was the Norm Wyman/Poppa Taylor
Memorial Award winner
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"In the late 60’s, at a meeting of the directors of the West Coast
Council of Dive Clubs, we decided to express our appreciation each year to an
outstanding individual of our group who had contributed so much to the growth of
our sport and our organization. .... A book could be written about the
credentials of those chosen for this award. We won’t, but lets just say “Hat’s
off” to all of them for their perseverance in fighting restrictive
legislation, helping organize clubs and associations, writing bulletins,
collecting prizes, hosting tournaments, re-organizing blown out tournaments, and
just plain being a “Grunt” and loving it. I’ve known most of the
recipients over these many years, but for even those I haven’t known
personally, here’s one old diver that is proud of each one of you. Ray
Odor, Tampa Trident Club"
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