The Breitbard Hall of Fame, established in 1953 by Robert Breitbard, honors athletes who have excelled athletically in San Diego or who are native San Diegans and have achieved athletic fame elsewhere. Since 1953, the Breitbard Hall of Fame has inducted more than 155 members across 25 sports and includes icons such as Bill Walton, Tony Hawk, Ted Williams, and Tony Gwynn. To learn more about each Breitbard Hall of Famer, visit the Fowler Family Awards Center.
Petco Park | 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Each month, the San Diego Sports Association honors as many as 4 professional, 6 amateur, and 6 prep athletes as Stars of the Month for their outstanding athletic accomplishments.
Stars of the Month are recognized in the San Diego Union Tribune, via the Fowler Family Awards Center, on the Sports Association's social media channels and website, and at San Diego's premier sports awards gala, Salute to the Champions. They also receive a Breitbard Certificate of Athletic Achievement.
For additional information, contact Christian Pedersen / christian@sandiegosportsassn.com
The Fowler Family Awards
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
The Brad Fowler Memorial Scholarship offers a $7,500 scholarship to at least seven high school seniors in San Diego County each year. A second scholarship of $7,500 can also be earned, provided the recipient remains in good academic standing following the first year of college, for a total possible scholarship award of $15,000. Additionally, scholarship recipients will receive a laptop computer from Computers 2 Kids San Diego. The nominee must have demonstrated an ability to overcome personal obstacles associated with drugs or alcohol, a strong commitment to athletics and a desire to continue personal growth and development through higher education. There is no minimum GPA requirement, but academic growth will be considered.
Clicl here to download the 2024 BFMS Application with Form Fields.
DESCRIPTION
• One-year scholarship for $7,500 for the first year of college
• Scholarship recipients who remain in academic standing following their first year of college will earn an additional $7,500 scholarship for their second year of college
• Eligible expenses include college tuition, books and on-campus housing
• Recipients will be required to keep in periodic communication with the SDSA, to report on their progress
NOMINATION CRITERIA
• High school senior who will enroll in either a two- or four-year college
• Has overcome personal obstacles and troubles in life associated with drugs or alcohol
• Demonstrated athletic achievement and participation in organized sports
• Demonstrated leadership ability and demonstrated personal responsibility
• Demonstrated academic growth
• Demonstrated financial need
• Has a strong commitment to setting and reaching life goals
• Has a strong commitment to setting and reaching life goals
SUBMISSION PROCESS
• All submissions must include: the completed nomination form, a copy of the student’s high school transcripts and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach or counselor. The letter of recommendation should attest to why the nominee’s behavior, attitude, desire and character warrant this scholarship.
• All applications should be submitted by a coach, teacher, counselor or principal and are due by February 23rd, 2024.
TO DONATE
Please click here directing you to the official SDSA PayPal.
Click here to meet the 2023 Brad Fowler Memorial Scholarship recipients.
For additional information, contact Annie Heilbrunn / Annie@sandiegosportsassn.com
The Breitbard Hall of Fame, established in 1953 by Robert Breitbard, honors athletes who have excelled athletically in San Diego or who are native San Diegans and have achieved athletic fame elsewhere. Since 1953, the Breitbard Hall of Fame has inducted more than 155 members across 25 sports and includes icons such as Bill Walton, Tony Hawk, Ted Williams, and Tony Gwynn. To learn more about each Breitbard Hall of Famer, visit the Fowler Family Awards Center.
Petco Park | 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
The SDSA traces its roots back to the San Diego Hall of Champions and Breitbard Athletic Foundation, which were founded by the legendary Bob Breitbard.
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