Sen. Thune Issues Commentary: A Tribute to Coach Jerry Applebee
January 11, 2025
January 11, 2025
WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- Sen. John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following commentary on Jan. 10, 2025:
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A Tribute to Coach Jerry Applebee
I was saddened to learn of legendary Murdo coach Jerry Applebee's passing earlier this month. As he was for many people in the Murdo community, Coach Applebee was a formative figure in my life. He was my basketball and track coach, and he set an example for us athletes of hard work, determination, and sportsm . . .
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A Tribute to Coach Jerry Applebee
I was saddened to learn of legendary Murdo coach Jerry Applebee's passing earlier this month. As he was for many people in the Murdo community, Coach Applebee was a formative figure in my life. He was my basketball and track coach, and he set an example for us athletes of hard work, determination, and sportsm . . .