2017 MARK HAMILTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP The Mark Hamilton Memorial Scholarship fund was created in 2008 following the passing of Mark Hamilton, a Foothills trainer and ardent supporter, who was the son of John and Chris Hamilton and brother to Paul Hamilton (1988s). The Hamilton family represent what it is to be a true Foothills supporter giving their time and loyalty selflessly. In December of each year, now in its 8th year, the Club holds the Mark Hamilton Memorial Futsal Tournament for current Foothills teams and several alumni teams. Funding for these scholarships is directly from these events and donations from friends and family. Scholarship information: There is a minimum of $3,000 in total scholarships available to players who have played not less than 3 years with the Calgary Foothills Soccer Club including U17/18. Winners of the scholarship will be advised as to the amount of funding upon selection. Gender will not play into awarding of scholarships. Level of play is NOT a criterion for application; all players are welcome to apply. Must be a currently registered player with Foothills to apply. Must be a grade 12 student who will be attending post-secondary studies in the fall of 2017 or 2018 if a gap year is being taken. Require at least overall 75% average in grade 12 courses to apply original transcripts to be dated no earlier – than June 9, 2017 with the schools stamp and officially signed. Committee will take the better mark of your class versus class plus provincial examination marks Applicants will include a resume detailing scholastic achievements, playing experience, volunteer activities, club activities, work activities, community and citizenship endeavors and any other relevant details. Applicants will provide an essay of up to 500 words detailing how their Foothills Soccer experience will help them currently and in the future. Applicants must provide 3 references with their application whereby one will be from an educator and another from a Foothills coach. Applicants will provide a copy of post-secondary school offer of enrollment Must provide application, resume, essay response, post-secondary school offer of enrollment, reference letters and transcripts by Monday July 17, 2017 in a sealed envelope to the Foothills Soccer offices addressed to Mark Hamilton Memorial Scholarships at #104, 3916 56 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta. – Selection of winner will be by August 15, 2017 by a committee selected by the Hamilton Family. Presentation of funds will be at the December 2017 Mark Hamilton Memorial Futsal Tournament upon confirmation of attendance of the first term at school.
2017 MARK HAMILTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP The Mark Hamilton Memorial Scholarship fund was created in 2008 following the passing of Mark Hamilton, a Foothills trainer and ardent supporter, who was the son of John and Chris Hamilton and brother to Paul Hamilton (1988s). The Hamilton family represent what it is to be a true Foothills supporter giving their time and loyalty selflessly. In December of each year, now in its 8th year, the Club holds the Mark Hamilton Memorial Futsal Tournament for current Foothills teams and several alumni teams. Funding for these scholarships is directly from these events and donations from friends and family. Scholarship information: There is a minimum of $3,000 in total scholarships available to players who have played not less than 3 years with the Calgary Foothills Soccer Club including U17/18. Winners of the scholarship will be advised as to the amount of funding upon selection. Gender will not play into awarding of scholarships. Level of play is NOT a criterion for application; all players are welcome to apply. Must be a currently registered player with Foothills to apply. Must be a grade 12 student who will be attending post-secondary studies in the fall of 2017 or 2018 if a gap year is being taken. Require at least overall 75% average in grade 12 courses to apply – original transcripts to be dated no earlier than June 9, 2017 with the schools stamp and officially signed. Committee will take the better mark of your class versus class plus provincial examination marks Applicants will include a resume detailing scholastic achievements, playing experience, volunteer activities, club activities, work activities, community and citizenship endeavors and any other relevant details. Applicants will provide an essay of up to 500 words detailing how their Foothills Soccer experience will help them currently and in the future. Applicants must provide 3 references with their application whereby one will be from an educator and another from a Foothills coach. Applicants will provide a copy of post-secondary school offer of enrollment Must provide application, resume, essay response, post-secondary school offer of enrollment, reference letters and transcripts by Monday July 17, 2017 in a sealed envelope to the Foothills Soccer offices addressed to Mark Hamilton Memorial Scholarships at #104, 3916 – 56 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta. Selection of winner will be by August 15, 2017 by a committee selected by the Hamilton Family. Presentation of funds will be at the December 2017 Mark Hamilton Memorial Futsal Tournament upon confirmation of attendance of the first term at school.
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