Vaughn Bigelow Jr. Scholarship

The Vaughn Bigelow Jr. Scholarship aims to create a ripple of positivity in the lives of young water polo athletes in Colorado. Founded in 2019, the scholarship honors the memory and legacy of Vaughn Bigelow Jr. (aka "Bubba"), a passionate swimmer and water polo player who was lost to a road rage incident at age 14.

Geographic Scope

• Location: Colorado
• Based in: Broomfield, CO

Eligibility

• Graduating high school seniors in Colorado
• Active water polo players
• Must embody Vaughn's spirit of leadership, sportsmanship, and positivity
• Selection criteria emphasize: Athletic prowess, leadership, sportsmanship, and commitment to mentoring younger players
• Important note: "It is not necessary to be an MVP or star athlete" to be selected, but rather to be an "all-around student and enthusiastic member of their water polo team"

Focus Areas

• Water polo athletes
• Leadership development
• Mentoring of younger players
• Community building within water polo
• Support for collegiate water polo careers

About the Scholarship

The scholarship supports graduating high school seniors who play water polo and demonstrate:

• Athletic commitment
• Positive influence on teammates and younger players
• Academic achievement
• Integrity and respect
• Leadership both in and out of the pool

Previous recipients have gone on to play water polo at the collegiate level while pursuing diverse academic interests including marine science, forensic psychology, engineering, medicine, and public health.

Contact Information

• Email: hello@bigwavesinc.org
• Location: Broomfield, CO, US
• Website: bigwavesinc.org

Background

Established to honor Vaughn Bigelow Jr., the scholarship recognizes that water polo has the unique ability to help young athletes develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, patience, persistence, and the ability to handle loss and disappointment healthily.

How to Apply

1. Access the Application
   • Visit bigwavesinc.org
   • Navigate to the Scholarship section
   • Click "Apply Now"
2. Submission Requirements
   • Complete the official scholarship application form
   • Submit by the deadline (April 30th annually)
   • Applications must be submitted by end of day on April 30th to be considered
3. Required Materials
   • Application form (specific materials not detailed in provided content)
   • Eligibility verification as graduating high school senior
   • Evidence of water polo participation
4. Selection Process
   • Applications reviewed by scholarship committee
   • Committee evaluates based on:
   • Athletic prowess and dedication
   • Leadership qualities
   • Sportsmanship
   • Commitment to mentoring younger players
   • Overall character and embodiment of Vaughn's spirit
5. Timeline
   • Deadline: April 30th (annually)
   • Recipients announced after review period
   • Scholarship supports college education for four years

Note: The website content does not provide specific narrative questions or detailed application materials. For complete application details, applicants should visit bigwavesinc.org/scholarship or contact hello@bigwavesinc.org.