The purpose of the DBMSF is to provide players who currently are participating or have recently participated in the Peace River Minor Hockey Association (PRMHA) who are of good character, have demonstrated hockey ability, and who qualify to further their education at a recognized Post-Secondary Education Institution. The scholarship will also be available for those students entering the trades programs.
The recipients must exhibit the qualities on and off the ice that model the spirit of a team player. Examples include, but are not limited to, dedication, a hard worker, tenacious, and putting others before self.
Eligibility
Scholarships may be awarded to the following players:
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Players who have participated as a player with PRMHA at PeeWee level or higher for a minimum of two consecutive years;
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The player(s) has maintained good standing and fulfilled all obligations and expectations as established by both the teams played for and on behalf of PRMHA;
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The player(s) has demonstrated good sportsmanship and conduct on both the teams played for and on behalf of PRMHA;
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Players(s) who have just completed High School;
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Player(s) who may have completed their third year of Midget hockey, and have not finished their grade 12 year are still eligible to apply once they have completed grade 12.
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Player(s) who have completed high school and have decided to take a gap year from education are still eligible to apply when they have registered for post-secondary studies.
Number and Value of Scholarships
It has been determined that there will be a minimum of 1 scholarship valued at $500, awarded annually on or before June 30th.
Scholarship Selection Committees
To facilitate the selection of the Scholarship Award Recipients, the Scholarship Committee will consist of:
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1 member of the PRMHA Executive;
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Max and Sandra Brennan (parents of Drayton Brennan).
Criteria for Scholarship Award
Scholarships will be awarded to those candidates judged most deserving by the respective Scholarship Selection Committee. The Committee’s decision will be final. Full consideration will be given to the following factors:
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Applicants' community spirit and leadership qualities
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Applicants' hockey ability and sportsmanship
Timeline
Fully completed applications (see Selection Criteria) must be received by May 31st each year, and mailed to:
Sandra and Max Brennan – Drayton Brennan Memorial Scholarship Fund
8237 – 105 Avenue, Peace River, AB T8S 1M8
Or via email to: dbrennanscholarship@telus.net
Awarding of Scholarships
Players will receive funds directly from the DBMSF for their own use. Successful recipients of the Scholarship will be provided with a letter from the DBMSF congratulating them on their successful application. Only successful recipients will be contacted by the Committee.
