Mark Murray, Scoutmaster
As a youth, Mr. Murray was a member of Troop 401 (First
Baptist Church of Lubbock, Tx), where he has fond memories
of camping and scouting adventures. As an adult, Mr. Murray
served as a Cub Den Leader followed by a Webelos Den Leader
for Pack 845. During this time he was awarded the Northern
Lights Award and the Akela Award. He also served as Assistant
Cubmaster and Pack Trainer.
In Troop 753, Mr. Murray has served as a Committee Member
followed by Assistant Scoutmaster/TFC Coordinator. This
last position was cut short when he was offered the opportunity
to step into the role of Scoutmaster.
Mr. Murray attended Woodbadge 74 at Camp Cherokee in Spring
2005. He was recently presented the Scoutmaster Award
of Merit.
Larry Stavinoha, Committee Chairman
While growing up in Manvel, TX, Larry Stavinoha began his
Scouting journey. Mr. Stavinoha was a Cub Scout and Webelos
Scout in Pack 483 during this time.
As the years passed, Mr. Stavinoha was once again drawn
to Scouting. As his sons entered Cub Scouts with Pack 845
at Furneaux Elementary, Mr. Stavinoha became a volunteer
serving as a Committee Member, Pack Webmaster, Pinewood
Derby timekeeper as well as many other positions. Mr. Stavinoha's
scouting spirit also carried over to his sons' baseball
team and schools, where he volunteered in various positions.
Mr. Stavinoha continued his journey in Scouting along
with his youngest son. Upon joining Troop 753, Mr. Stavinoha
immediately became a Committee Member, Spring and Fall Advancement
Day Chairperson and Committee Secretary. Mr. Stavinoha has
also helped with Youth Leadership Training for the Troop.
Mr. Stavinoha attended Woodbadge 86 at Camp Wisdom in
Spring 2008 and has recently completed his Tickets.
A. Williams, Senior Patrol Leader
Mr. Williams is 17 years old, and has been a dedicated
scout for nine years, having joined as a Bear Cub in the
third grade. He has served and accomplished leadership positions
in preperation for the many tasks and leadership opportunities
as the Senior Patrol Leader. He was the troop Quartermaster
for two full terms, and has been the Assistant Patrol Leader
of multiple patrols.
Along with his leadership in and outside of scouts he has
dedicated over 70 nights camping, 105 hours of service,
171 miles hiking, and has reached the summit of seven 10,000
+ foot moutain peaks with this troop. He has been to a Rocky
Motntain High Adventure Base and completed a 68 mile trek
at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Outside of the troop, he has been chosen to represent the
US as a youth ambassador in the People to People program
and is taking a trip to Europe this summer. He is planning
on getting his masters degree through the United States
Marine Corps and intends to serve his country additional
years in the military.
