Bursary Amount: $500

 

Eligibility: All student athletes preparing to attend post-secondary institutions in 2025.

 

Essay Topic: "How sport changed me"

 

At Ascent Youth Coaching, the belief is in the power of sports to shape young lives, teach invaluable lessons, and create lasting memories. It has long been recognized that pursuing higher education alongside an athletic career is both commendable and challenging. To support these dedicated young athletes, AYC is offering a bursary to assist with post-secondary costs.

 

Submission Requirements:

 

•     The essay should be 500 words.

 

•     Essays must be typed in 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins.

 

•     Include your name, contact information, and the name of your post-secondary institution at the top of the first page.

 

•     Ensure your essay provides a personal insight into your relationship with sports, reflecting on its significance in your life.​

 

Selection Criteria: 

 

Essays will be evaluated based on:

 

•     Depth of understanding and personal connection to the topic.

 

•     Clear and organized structure.

 

•     Grammatical accuracy and writing fluency.​

 

Submission Deadline: 15 March 2025

 

How to Submit: 

 

Email your essay as an attachment to coachchris@ascentyouthcoaching.com with the subject line 

"AYC Bursary Submission: [Your Full Name]”.

 

Winners will be notified by 15 April 2025. The bursary will be awarded at your respective school’s awards and recognition night unless otherwise arranged.

 

Please avoid utilizing ChatGPT and other AI systems. Show your love and respect to the sports that have helped shape you in to young adults. I look forward to reading your stories and learning about the profound impact sports have had on your lives.

 

Best of luck to all participants!