Lake Wylie Scouts soar to Eagle rank

Boy Scout Troop 333 have several Scouts who earned their Eagle Scout rank. They are:

▪ Frank Sugameli, a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church, wanted to give back to its congregation so he built a memorial garden. Through completing this project, he learned the importance of communication skills and time management. “The garden can now be used as a place of reflection for its members to use,” he said. He is the son Jack and Angela Sugameli. A Clover High School class of 2015 graduate, he will attend University of South Carolina this fall.

▪ Richard Keller replaced two ramps at Christ the King Church in Steele Creek. He chose this project because the mobile units at the church did not have sufficient handicap ramps. He learned to organize this project, he needed volunteers with different skill levels. He enjoyed seeing all of the people who came together to make the project a success. He is the son of Robin and Dan Keller. An Olympic High School class of 2015, he will attend Towson University in Maryland this fall on a swim scholarship.

▪ Brandon Keller chose to beautify the landscape at the Upper Palmetto YMCA Aquatic Center in Rock Hill. He added picnic tables and plants around the building. He learned about the value of good planning and working with others, and how to be an effective leader. He likes seeing people enjoying the outdoor surroundings he helped build. He is the son of Robin and Dan Keller. An Olympic High School class of 2015 graduate, he will attend the University of Cincinnati this fall on a swim scholarship.

▪ Steven Tallmadge constructed a volleyball court for Gaston Christian Church in Belmont. Pastor Scott Patterson requested a project to improve the outdoor atmosphere. They brainstormed and decided on a volleyball court for the youth group. Tallmadge hopes to encourage physical exercise for children and church members, as well as encouraging fellowship. His project taught him leadership skills, self confidence, reverence and courage implementing a large project. He is the son of Mary and Bill Sayers, and Vincent Tallmadge. A Clover High School class of 2015 graduate, he will attend University of South Carolina this fall.

For information about becoming a Boy Scout, visit palmettocouncil.org/york-district/.

This story was originally published August 28, 2015 at 1:12 PM with the headline "Lake Wylie Scouts soar to Eagle rank."