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Laura J. Steele and Terry Theis Scholarship Program

CENTRAL OHIO - USBC

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Laura J. Steele and Terry Theis Scholarship Program

Geographic Scope: Central Ohio

Focus Areas: Educational scholarships for youth bowlers

Eligibility:

  • High school students who are active bowlers in Central Ohio USBC

  • Demonstrated bowling achievement and competitive success

  • Strong academic performance (examples show recipients with GPAs above 3.9)

  • Community service and volunteer involvement

  • Good character and sportsmanship
  • Award Details:

  • Multiple scholarships awarded annually (2025: 2 recipients)

  • Winners typically pursuing higher education

  • One-time award per recipient
  • Background:
    This is a long-standing scholarship program supporting youth bowlers transitioning to college. Past winners (dating back to 2002) show recipients pursuing various fields of study at colleges and universities.

    Recent Winners (2025):

  • Nick Maliwesky (Bishop Watterson High School) - 3.934 GPA, committed to Trine University for Mechanical Engineering

  • Cameryn Gale (Hilliard Bradley High School) - 4.15 GPA, committed to Baldwin Wallace University for Special Education and General Education
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Download Application Materials:
    - Online Application Form available on website
    - Or download SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DOCUMENT (Word format)

    2. Required Information:
    - Academic records (GPA)
    - Bowling achievement history and records
    - Sanctioned averages and tournament results
    - USBC membership and participation history
    - Community service and volunteer hours
    - Personal statement or essay
    - Character references

    3. Submission:
    - Complete application form
    - Submit online or via document submission
    - Timing: Annual cycle (contact organization for specific deadlines)

    4. Selection Criteria:
    - Academic excellence
    - Bowling achievement and skill level
    - Leadership and character
    - Community service
    - Future potential

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    educationyouth-sports

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