For those of you that are unfamiliar with Jackie, here is a little background on this incredibly amazing woman.  Jackie grew up in Wethersfield, CT.  Following her graduation from high school, she moved to Boston, MA to attend Northeastern University where she was a starting defender for their Division-1 NCAA soccer team.  Jackie graduated with honors, receiving her degree in Business Marketing while breaking Northeastern soccer records and mentoring young women in the Big Sister program.

Jackie moved to Texas in March, 2008 and soon after learned that she had leukemia. She spent 14 months battling this terrible cancer. Jackie was fortunate enough to receive the best of care through her treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Jackie lost her battle on April 28, 2009. 

A foundation has been set up in Jackie's name, the Jackie Spellman Scholarship Foundation. (see NEWS for more information).