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The Bob Warnicke Scholarship Fund
 

The Bob Warnicke Memorial Scholarship Program was established in 1995 to honor the memory of the National Bicycle League's late vice president. Bob passed away November 16, 1994, at the young age of 48 years old. Bob played a very active role in NBL BMX for 10 years and was well known for his leadership role and for his many efforts in promoting the sport. He become a licensed cruiser rider at the age of 39. In 1985, he also became an NBL track representative. Bob served as a district commissioner in 1986 and 1988, and held the position of treasurer in 1987. From 1989 to 1992, he was the New Jersey state commissioner. Bob joined the NBL's Board of Directors as a member-at-large in 1992. He was elected vice president the following year. Bob's many contributions improved the sport and the image of the NBL throughout the years. He will best be remembered for his instrumental role in bringing NBL BMX to millions of viewers through the airing of the "Road to Glory Series" on ESPN2 and ESPN. His accomplishments in television promotion resulted in his being named the NBL's Volunteer of the Year at Competition Congress in 1994. More than anything else, Bob was a person who cared deeply about the NBL and the sport of BMX. His dedication showed the commitment to the young who benefited from his efforts. The scholarship program preserves Bob Warnicke's legacy of love by contributing to the futures of deserving NBL members in his name.