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Sylvia Pinson, CPRP
Director 
Park & Recreation Center
Sylvia.Pinson@shelbyvilletn.org

I graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1964 and received a B.S. Degree in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville.  Since 1984, I have been certified as a Leisure Professional thru National Recreation and Parks Association.  I am a member of the Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association & National Recreation and Parks Associations.  In the Toastmasters International, I received my  CTM, ATB, and ATS certifications and I am currently working on my ATG.   I have been employed in three other municipalities:  City of Florissant, Mo; Bartlett, TN and City of Jackson, TN.  In Aquatics, I  worked at the Cleveland County YMCA, Norman, OK.
 

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Vicki  Robbins 
Director's Assistant
Park & Recreation Center
vicki.robbins@shelbyvilletn.org

Shelbyville is my hometown, and I love it here:  the friendliness, small town feel, and the World Grand Championship Walking Horse Celebration.  After years of working at the State Capitol in Nashville, I wanted a position closer to home.  Being the Parks and Recreation Department Director’s Assistant is perfect for me.  I’m married to Danny Robbins, who owns a security business.  We have four children and three glorious grandchildren.  My hobbies are flower gardening, interior decorating, traveling and sports, especially Shelbyville basketball and football.
 

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Bryan Dial  
 
Assistant Director 
 Park & Athletic Leagues

bryan.dial@shelbyvilletn.org


I was born and raised in Bedford County.  I graduated from Shelbyville Central High School in 1981 and went to College at MTSU where I played collegiate baseball.  I was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 7th round and played for them for 3 years until traded to the Chicago Cubs where I played for 2 years.  I retired from baseball 1988 and went back to college and finished my degree in 1989.  I  have two wonderful children, Chase  and Chelsey .  I was hired in July of 2000 as Program Coordinator.  I love baseball, softball, and scuba where I am a certified level 1 and level 2 scuba diver.
 

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Cindy Allen

Senior Programmer
Shelbyvillerec@shelbyvilletn.org
I was born and raised in Bedford County. I graduated from Shelbyville Central High School and attended MTSU majoring in Elementary Education.  However when I came to work  at the Shelbyville Recreation Center in 1999, I soon realized that it was working with the "Senior" population that I was better suited.  From assisting our senior population as a receptionist, to helping launch and overseeing our SilverSneakers program, and now our new 50 Plus Club, the enjoyment and satisfaction I receive from working with Bedford County's Seniors is unequaled.  During my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis and spending time with my family and friends and my many, many cats
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Jakob Stephens
Athletic Coordinator
 
Jakob. Stephens@shelbyvilletn.org

I graduated from Albertville High School located in Albertville Alabama and received a B.S. degree in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Alabama.  In 1999, I began work at Albertville Park and Recreation part-time and in 2001, I was promoted to Recreation Supervisor.  In 2004, I moved to Tuscaloosa Alabama to further my education and worked at Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority as a Recreation Aide.   Some of my hobbies include golf, basketball, watching sports, and water skiing. 
 
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Jennifer Swann
Recreation Program Coordinator
Park & Recreation Center
jennifer.swann@shelbyvilletn.org

I graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 1998 with a BS degree in Outdoor Recreation.  I minored in photography and I used that experience to publish a book of poetry and photography.  The book, “Tragedy and Grace” contains photos of the Shelbyville Park's yearly carnival and other hometown places.  I previously worked for the Shelbyville Recreation Center as a Recreation Supervisor for three years.  I enjoy working with the community and getting to know new people
  
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Pam Henry
Aquatics Director
pam.henry@shelbyvilletn.org

I was born in south Florida and spent the early years of my life just blocks from the Atlantic. I am a graduate of Tullahoma High School. Currently, I live in Rutherford County and proudly call Middle Tennessee home. Having always loved the water, I swam competitively for twelve years and at 16 I started working as lifeguard for Tullahoma Parks and Rec.  I worked for Tullahoma for three years as a lifeguard, swim instructor, and pool supervisor. I also coached with the Shelbyville Swim Club for three years. GO SHARKS!  I spent eight years working for Target Corp. in several of the Nashville area stores as a Team Lead/Department Manager. Coming to Shelbyville has felt like a homecoming.  Back to a friendly community with a small town feel, and back to the water!
 
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Kathy Harwell
 Fitness Coordinator
Park & Recreation Center
I graduated from MTSU in 1992 with a business degree, but it
wasn't long before I returned to complete 15 credit hours in
Wellness.  I obtained experience teaching land and water
aerobics at the YMCA.  I hold certifications in Principles
of YMCA Health & Fitness, Healthy Back Instructor, Strength
Training Instructor, Principles of Y Aquatic Leadership, and
Red Cross CPR and First Aid.
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Lenny Catojo
Recreation Supervisor

I was born in 1954 in Azores,Portugal, and immigrated to the United States in March 1967.  I proudly became an American citizen in 1973.  I was a member of the Massachusetts National Guard from 1981 to 1986.  In 1989, I owned and operated a driving school and instructed drivers education at Bishop Stang High School.  In 2001, I moved to Florida and worked as a custodian supervisor in the school systems.  In 2005, I moved to Bedford County, and started working at the Shelbyville Recreation Center first as a custodian, then as a gym supervisor, and now as the recreation supervisor.  During my free time, I enjoy exercising, target practice, and hunting.  I look forward to meeting you the next time you stop by and visit us at the Rec Center. 
 
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James Sudberry
Park & Recreation Center
 Maintenance Supervisor


I was born in 1944 and graduated from Community High School in 1963.  I went to work for Genesco, Volume Sole Division in Chapel Hill in May 1963 and later transferred to Valmore Leather in Nashville.  I worked there until September 1995.  When the plant closed I was plant maintenance and janitorial supervisor.  I am married to Linda Lawder and have a daughter, Vanessa.  My hobbies are hunting and fishing.  For exercise, I walk and swim 3 to 5 times a week at the Shelbyville Recreation Center, so come on out and join us.  I went to work at the Shelbyville Recreation Center in February of 1996.  I do building maintenance and janitorial supervision.
 

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Sam Smith
Shop Supervisor
I was born in 1941 in Bedford County.  I graduated from Central High School in 1961 where I played football for the Shelbyville Golden Eagles and was a member of the FFA.  I married Rosemary Gill in 1963.  We have four children who have given us three granddaughters and five grandsons.   My first job was a loom fixer at Uniroyal which I held for twenty years.  When Uniroyal closed, I came to work at the Shelbyville Park Complex in March of 1990. I am currently the shop supervisor at the park, and I oversee the "Christmas in the Park" light displays which is my favorite project.  When not a work, I enjoy fishing and spending time with my family.
 
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Aaron West

Maintenance Foreman
 
   I  married Edna Bonds in 1960.  We had five children.  I am blessed with eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  I have been active in Bedford County sports for 46+ years.  Coaching teams in Little League baseball, Peewee football, Jr. Pro basketball, I have also assisted with AAU and high school basketball teams.  Aside from coaching, I have umpired.   My hobbies when I am actually away from the ball fields and gyms are spending time with my grandchildren and great grandchildren, frog gigging, and playing cards, Rook and Spades, with my family.   
 

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