Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
May 22, 2015

The following is being distributed at the request of Sport Newfoundland and Labrador:

Sport Newfoundland and Labrador Presents 23 Scholarships

It was a celebration of excellence today, as Sport Newfoundland and Labrador announced the recipients of its scholarships/bursaries program during its 24^th Annual Scholarship Reception, held at Johnson Geo Centre in St. John's. The Honourable David Brazil, Minister of Transportation and Works, attended the ceremony on behalf of the Provincial Government.

Jillian Forsey of Kippens was named the recipient of the Frank T. Butler Memorial Scholarship, valued at $1,500, while 22 other individuals received scholarships/bursaries in the amount of $750 for their contribution to sport during 2014.

"The athletes and coach who we have honoured today are true examples of distinction in Newfoundland and Labrador," said Rod Nicholl, President for Sport Newfoundland and Labrador. "Their dedication to sport and academics shows real determination and focus. We have been doing this for 24 years now, and it continues to amaze and inspire us all."

The Sport Newfoundland and Labrador Scholarship/Bursary Program is designed to provide financial assistance to qualifying amateur athletes, coaches and officials, who are enrolled in a post-secondary institution. The amounts awarded help offset the costs associated with training and competition.

"We would really like to thank the Provincial Government, through the Department of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, for its financial support of the Sport Newfoundland and Labrador's Scholarship Trust Fund," said Troy Croft, Executive Director of Sport Newfoundland and Labrador. "This scholarship program is very important to us and our athletes, coaches and officials. Support from the Provincial Government is key."

The scholarship winners are:

Frank T. Butler Memorial Scholarship

Jillian Forsey of Kippens (Athletics)

Sport NL Athletic Scholarship/ Bursary
Emily Bailey of Mount Pearl (Soccer)
Nicole Chan of St. John's (Athletics)
Meghan Davis of Massey Drive (Bowling)
Matthew Downer of St. John's (Hockey)
Jana Gordon of Mount Pearl (Soccer)
Cheryl Hearn of St. Joseph's (Shooting)
Sarah Hill of St. John's (Curling)
Lauren Humby of Portugal Cove - St. Philip's (Rugby)
Hannah Jardine of St. John's (Basketball)
Erik Joy of Paradise (Wrestling)
Daniel Kelloway of Mount Pearl (Athletics)
Samantha Marsh of Mount Pearl (Shooting)
Emily McIlroy of Portugal Cove-St. Philip's (Cross Country Skiing)
Teri Murphy of St. John's (Soccer)
Hannah Noseworthy of Mount Pearl (Soccer)
Jessie Noseworthy of St. John's (Soccer)
Laura Osmond of Mount Pearl (Synchronized Swimming - Coach)
Andrew Pope of Mount Pearl (Bowling)
Gerard Power of Mount Pearl (Athletics)
Jessica Roberts of Mount Pearl (Rowing)
Bob Rogers of Portugal Cove-St. Philip's (Rugby)
Benjamin Taylor of St. John's (Shooting)

Sport Newfoundland and Labrador represents 55 provincial sport organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador by providing programs and services in the promotion of sport and physical activity. For more information on programs offered by Sport Newfoundland and Labrador, visit: www.sportnl.ca .

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Media contact:

Troy Croft Executive Director Sport NL 709-576-4932 troy@sportnl.ca

2015 05 22                              12:35 p.m.