Jackie Tekotte recognized at the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame
On March 1st Jackie Tekotte was recognized at the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame’s annual Women’s Sports Luncheon presented by the Bee Payne-Stewart Foundation at the Oasis Hotel & Convention Center. Jackie was a volleyball coach at Willard High School and received the era award for Willard Volleyball of 1980-1983.
Even though Jackie retired from teaching and mentoring in 2010, she continues pursuing her passion for sports. Jackie was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in December of 2022 and has been a dedicated participant of the Rock Steady Boxing program. Her Rock Steady Boxing friends did not hesitate to congratulate her and make sure her prestigious honor was known. Jackie not only participates in Rock Steady Boxing, but also golfs and partakes in chair yoga. She knows the importance of staying active throughout the ages and tells other, “Don’t ever give up. You can do this!”