The Sheriff’s Champions Camps are hosted in partnership with the San Diego Sheriff’s Department to serve at-risk youth throughout San Diego County. The focus of camp is to build the character and self-esteem of young people through team-building activities and motivational messages utilizing several unique programs.
If you have an interest in participating in a camp, contact loni@sandiegosportsassn.com.
Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) is a Major League Baseball initiative that gives youth ages 5-17 in low income neighborhoods the opportunity to play baseball or softball for no cost. The Sports Association helps facilitate and implement the San Diego Padres RBI program on behalf of the Padres organization. This includes an 8-game baseball & softball season from June through August, tickets to a Padres game, jerseys, hats, equipment, coaches and umpires. Nearly 1,000 youth participate in the league each year.
For additional information, contact Mia Garcia / mgarcia@sandiegosportsassn.com
The Sheriff’s Champions Camps are hosted in partnership with the San Diego Sheriff’s Department to serve at-risk youth throughout San Diego County. The focus of camp is to build the character and self-esteem of young people through team-building activities and motivational messages utilizing several unique programs.
If you have an interest in participating in a camp, contact loni@sandiegosportsassn.com.
Please make your students aware of the Brad Fowler Memorial Scholarship, a unique scholarship opportunity made available by the San Diego Sports Association. I encourage you to share this letter with coaches, teachers and counselors who can open a door for students by encouraging them to apply. The Brad Fowler Memorial Scholarship offers a $5,000 scholarship to at least five high school seniors in San Diego County. A second scholarship of $5,000 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 $10,000. Additionally, scholarship recipients will receive a laptop computer. 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.
The following is a description of the scholarship, nomination criteria and submission process.
DESCRIPTION
• One-year scholarship for $5,000 for the school year September 2020 - June 2021
• Scholarship recipients who remain in academic standing following their first year of college will earn an additional$5,000 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 nominations should be submitted by a coach, teacher, counselor or principal
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
San Diego Sports Association, Attn: Bill Johnston
3840 Via de la Valle, Suite 300 // Del Mar, CA 92014
Click here to download application
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
February 28, 2020. (All documents must be postmarked on or before that date).
The selection of the qualified recipients will be made in March 2020 and the winners will be notified in early April 2020. Recipients will be required to attend a local presentation ceremony and deliver brief acceptance remarks. For further information, please visit sandiegosportsassociation.com.
TO DONATE
Please click "here" directing you to the official SDSA PayPal.
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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