CONR UAI NS K he Owners, Realtors and staff of Kurilla but to work Real Estate of Nisswa congratulate John I and Matt Pecarich Marketing Team for being the recipients of the first "Good Neighbor" award. Carrie Anderson, Senior Vice that would President of the Minnesota Association of Realtors, presented the award at their Annual Installation and Awards Banquet held October and create an 7th at the Minneapolis Marriott. on skills both on and off the court serve them in the future KURILLA REAL ESTATE NISSWA * enjoyment of the game." Matt said When presenting their awards, Carrie said "The 21,000 Realtors in Minnesota all had the opportunity to be nominated for this prestigious award. The winner was chosen by a select committee of Realtors who are active at the state level of the Association. "Being a Realtor is more than cashing commission checks. It is about giving back to the communities that we live and work in. We have The award was established to honor Realtors whose volunteer work makes a positive impact tried to make this the end result of our personal and professional on their community. Applicants needed to demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to improve the lives of those they are associated with while making a difference in their lives. lives." Jim Russel, Athletic Director at Central Lakes College stated The committee felt strongly that the Pecarich "John has worked tirelessly in organizing youth sport clinics. Matt is following in his Dad's footsteps. Their passion for sports is unquestionable with basketball being the favorite. John and Matt are impeccable to work with and bring great value to this community. The amount of passion John and Matt have for our youth and helping them grow into responsible adults through sports is second to none." Team more than exemplified these qualities when choosing them as their honorees." John and Matt have given countless hours to the basketball programs at all levels. John coached for 15 years at Brainerd High School and 17 years at Central Lakes College. He was one of the founders of the Brainerd Sports Boosters, a nonprofit foundation for the youth of our community that funds sports and equipment costs so the students can pursue their passion. Matt has coached both boys and girls basketball and organized the Brainerd Basketball Academy. He is the owner of Northwoods Basketball that provides Sandy Smith, owners of Kurilla Real Estate, training and tournament competitions for grade school boys and girls across northern and central Minnesota. John has volunteered over two years of his life in hours spent and Matt is well on his way to doing the same. estate and unceasingly give back to enhance the quality of life in our area. Through the years of dedication to young aspiring student athletes, from preschool to the college level, John and Matt have contributed selflessly to the betterment of athletic programs. Both have volunteered countless hours teaching kids and sharing their talents and knowledge of sports and life skills that will remain with these students forever." Marjorie Nolan, Jim Christensen and stated that John and Matt have been top selling agents and they are proud to have the Pecarich Team as an important part of their company. They said "John and Matt are trusted and admired throughout our When accepting their awards, John said "We community, together as a Father/Son real estate team and as individuals. They are known as caring and accomplished citizens who have built a successful business in real have a lifetime passion for basketball. We wanted to give the young people in this area an opportunity, not only to play basketball, CONR UAI NS K he Owners, Realtors and staff of Kurilla but to work Real Estate of Nisswa congratulate John I and Matt Pecarich Marketing Team for being the recipients of the first "Good Neighbor" award. Carrie Anderson, Senior Vice that would President of the Minnesota Association of Realtors, presented the award at their Annual Installation and Awards Banquet held October and create an 7th at the Minneapolis Marriott. on skills both on and off the court serve them in the future KURILLA REAL ESTATE NISSWA * enjoyment of the game." Matt said When presenting their awards, Carrie said "The 21,000 Realtors in Minnesota all had the opportunity to be nominated for this prestigious award. The winner was chosen by a select committee of Realtors who are active at the state level of the Association. "Being a Realtor is more than cashing commission checks. It is about giving back to the communities that we live and work in. We have The award was established to honor Realtors whose volunteer work makes a positive impact tried to make this the end result of our personal and professional on their community. Applicants needed to demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to improve the lives of those they are associated with while making a difference in their lives. lives." Jim Russel, Athletic Director at Central Lakes College stated The committee felt strongly that the Pecarich "John has worked tirelessly in organizing youth sport clinics. Matt is following in his Dad's footsteps. Their passion for sports is unquestionable with basketball being the favorite. John and Matt are impeccable to work with and bring great value to this community. The amount of passion John and Matt have for our youth and helping them grow into responsible adults through sports is second to none." Team more than exemplified these qualities when choosing them as their honorees." John and Matt have given countless hours to the basketball programs at all levels. John coached for 15 years at Brainerd High School and 17 years at Central Lakes College. He was one of the founders of the Brainerd Sports Boosters, a nonprofit foundation for the youth of our community that funds sports and equipment costs so the students can pursue their passion. Matt has coached both boys and girls basketball and organized the Brainerd Basketball Academy. He is the owner of Northwoods Basketball that provides Sandy Smith, owners of Kurilla Real Estate, training and tournament competitions for grade school boys and girls across northern and central Minnesota. John has volunteered over two years of his life in hours spent and Matt is well on his way to doing the same. estate and unceasingly give back to enhance the quality of life in our area. Through the years of dedication to young aspiring student athletes, from preschool to the college level, John and Matt have contributed selflessly to the betterment of athletic programs. Both have volunteered countless hours teaching kids and sharing their talents and knowledge of sports and life skills that will remain with these students forever." Marjorie Nolan, Jim Christensen and stated that John and Matt have been top selling agents and they are proud to have the Pecarich Team as an important part of their company. They said "John and Matt are trusted and admired throughout our When accepting their awards, John said "We community, together as a Father/Son real estate team and as individuals. They are known as caring and accomplished citizens who have built a successful business in real have a lifetime passion for basketball. We wanted to give the young people in this area an opportunity, not only to play basketball,