Triple Impact Competitor Scholarship (PCA-Tampa Bay)

Geographic Scope: Tampa Bay, Florida area

Program Focus: Mentorship and scholarship support for high school senior student-athletes demonstrating Triple-Impact Competitor® principles

Program Components

Mentorship Program:

• Led by accomplished former student-athletes
• Mentors are PCA principles-aligned professionals
• Multiple mentoring formats and settings
• Guidance on success in sports, academics, and life
• Networking community of like-minded professionals

Mentor Benefits:

• Networking community of professionals making community difference
• Impact of knowledge and advice on mentees
• Participation in developing future leaders
• Multiple touchpoints with scholarship finalists

Program Timeline (Annual Cycle)

Application Window: Opens in August annually

Mentor Activities:

1. Mentor Education Training (Virtual) - Learn PCA foundational principles
2. Application Review and Evaluation (Virtual) - Help select scholarship recipients
3. Mentor Highlights (Virtual) - Introduce mentors to finalists
4. Roundtable Discussions (In-person) - Historically at Amalie Arena; help select winners
5. One-on-One Mentoring (Virtual) - Individual guidance with mentees
6. Mentor & Mentee Networking Social (In-person) - Deeper guidance and networking
7. Scholarship Awards Night & Check Presentation (In-person) - Historically at Tropicana Field during Rays game; celebrate winners with families, board, and partners

Eligibility (For Mentors)

• Accomplished former student-athletes
• Respect for core PCA principles
• Ability to offer guidance on field/court and life success
• Available for multiple mentoring events throughout program

Scholarship Recipients

• High school seniors
• Must exemplify Triple-Impact Competitor® attributes
• Selected by committee with mentor input
• Receive scholarship funds plus mentorship support
• Gain relationships and network of professional supporters

Contact Information

For mentor inquiries: Apply via website form

Mentor Application Process

Mentors can apply to participate in the Triple Impact Competitor Scholarship Program

Application Method: Online application form available on website

Timeline

Application Window: Opens in August annually for following year's program

Required Participation

Selected mentors are expected to participate in:

1. Mentor Education Training (Virtual)
2. Application Review and Evaluation (Virtual)
3. Mentor Highlights (Virtual)
4. Roundtable Discussions (In-person)
5. One-on-One Mentoring (Virtual)
6. Mentor & Mentee Networking Social (In-person)
7. Scholarship Awards Night & Check Presentation (In-person)

Mentor Qualifications

• Accomplished former student-athletes
• Respect for core PCA principles
• Willingness to share life lessons from sports
• Availability for multiple events throughout scholarship program cycle

Note on Student-Athlete Applications

Specific scholarship application details for high school seniors not provided in website content. Contact PCA-Tampa Bay for student application information.