SCHOLARSHIPS
SDMHA is proud to offer scholarship and bursary opportunities for its graduating players moving on to secondary education. The scholarships and bursaries are designed to recognize a wide range of skills including hockey, academia, character, and community service. Any SDMHA registered Midget level player graduating in the current year is eligible to apply.
Submission
Submission DEADLINE: On or before April 20, 2020.
Submit Applications to:
SDMHA Scholarship Committee
PO Box 19109 Delta BC V4L 2P8
Or email to: sdmha@telus.net
All questions may be directed towards our Administrator at sdmha@telus.net
Application details & requirements:
Personal letter detailing the following:
- Academic achievements
- Community/school participation
- Details of Hockey participation
- Future course of study
- A letter of recommendation from a designated Association executive member, on-ice official, or team official (coach/manager)
- A letter of recommendation from your school Principal or Counsellor
- A copy of your most recent school report card(s) (Gr. 12 only)
- A copy of your transcript of high school grades (Gr. 8-11)
PLEASE NOTE: In order to qualify for and claim one of the SDMHA scholarships you must be enrolled in a Post Secondary institution granting diplomas and bachelors degrees.
The scholarships will be awarded to a student who will either:
- Graduate high school in the application year
- Who is or will be attending a post secondary institution in the application year.
Selection Criteria:
- Must be a current member in good standing with SDMHA
- Years of service as an referee, player or coach for SDMHA
- Volunteer activities for SDMHA teams or the organization
- Degree of competence as a player, coach or referee
- Acceptance to a post-secondary institution
- Continuing education aspirations
- Copies of your last 2 years of high school grades
The successful candidate will be selected by the Scholarship Review Committee of the SDMHA Executive and must provide confirmation of acceptance to a post-secondary institution.
**Scholarships provided must be utilized within 2 years of graduation from SDMHA
Scholarships Awarded 2019 - 2020 Season
SDMHA Board of Directors Scholarship for $1000
Presented in recognition of sportsmanship, citizenship, academic achievement and hockey ability.
2019-20 Winner: Brennan Katsube
Tim Jardine Memorial Scholarship for $1,000
Presented in recognition of sportsmanship, citizenship and academic achievement.
Must be used for scholastic purposes.
2019- 20 Winner: Sydney Geboers
In Da House Scholarship for $500
Presented to a grade 12 house player who demonstrates a high standard of sportsmanship and leadership on his team.
2019-20 Winner: Blake Morrison & Nelson Griffiths
Delta Ice Hawks Scholarship - Delta Secondary School (DSS) for $500
Presented for sportsmanship citizenship and academic achievement.
Emphasis on Post-Secondary Education in Technology & Trades
2019-20 Winner: James Plante
Delta Ice Hawks Scholarship - South Delta Secondary School (SDSS) for $500
Presented for sportsmanship citizenship and academic achievement.
Emphasis on Post-Secondary Education in Technology & Trades
2019-20 Winner: Brett Fowler
Sue McNiven Memorial for $250 & Sean Dixon Memorial for $250
Presented for sportsmanship citizenship and academic achievement.
2019-20 Winner: Emma Stradiotti
Ev McKee Memorial for $250 & Jeremy Leung Memorial for $250
Presented for sportsmanship citizenship and academic achievement.
2019-20 Winner: Ben Kraemer
Additional awards are available through PCAHA and BC Hockey - please check their respective websites.