JIM CLAXTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Jim Claxton Scholarship Fund was initiated in 2011 in order to honor Jim and his contributions to the Mid-Atlantic turfgrass industry, while financially supporting students in pursuit of a college degree.
Jim worked as a salesman for Newsom Seed from the early 1990’s until shortly before his passing in 2013. He made great contributions to turfgrass-related businesses during this period, especially businesses directly involved in turf production.
The Jim Claxton Scholarship fund allows for up to $1,500 to be issued to winning applicant(s) prior to the Fall college semester. Previous winners of the Jim Claxton Scholarship may re-apply. Preference may be given to students enrolled in a turfgrass related field or with experience in turfgrass production.
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Congratulations to our 2025 scholarship recipient!
Jackson Moore grew up on his family’s 5th generation grain and turf farm and worked on the farm since he was young. He balanced his school work and playing three varsity sports, all while working on the farm. Jackson has always excelled in sports, playing baseball, football, basketball and lacrosse, which fuels his passion for sports turf. After an injury in his Sophomore year of high school caused by poor quality practice fields, he has been committed to improving the quality of sports fields for athletes.
Jackson has received numerous awards for sportsmanship, including the Salisbury Lions Club John Dulaney Sportsmanship award, as well as, awards from each of his varsity sports teams. He is also a member of the All Bayside Conference and All Region football teams. Jackson is a member of the National Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society.
In the fall, Jackson will attend Salisbury University to earn a degree in Business Management. Jackson plans to follow in his grandfather’s and father’s footsteps and pursue a career in sod farming.
Past Scholarship Recipients
Jack Cundiff
Jack Cundiff
Jack Cundiff
Ava Veith
Jack Cundiff
Jack Cundiff
Colson Bates
Jack Cundiff
Colson Bates
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