Athletic Endowments/Scholarships

David W. Baldt Sportsmanship Scholarship

Established in 2004 by David W. Baldt

This endowed scholarship recognizes the student athlete, as selected by peers and coaches, and ultimately the Director of Athletics, who best exemplifies the values of respect, integrity, responsibility, leadership and sportsmanship.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Tim Brock
Health and Physical Education and Coaching Science
Newark, DE

Edward J. Bennett Football Fund

Established on 1999 by Edward J. and Judy J. Bennett

This endowment is to be used at the discretion of the director of athletics and the head football coach, either for operating expenses of the football program or to provide scholarship support to a member of the team.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Mark Ciavirella, Senior
Criminal Justice
Bogota, NJ

Edward J. Bennett Lacrosse Scholarship

Established in 1999 by Edward J. and Judy J. Bennett

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the men's lacrosse team, as selected by the head men's lacrosse coach in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Tommy Scherr, Senior
Chemical Engineering
Owings Mills, MD

Paul F. Brown Football Scholarship

Established in 2003 by Paul F. and Lisa Brown

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Robert Agnone, Senior
Marketing
Etters, PA

Bob Burleigh Sr. Football Scholarship

Established in 2007/2008 by Robert J. Burleigh, Jr.

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

Lawrence B. Cann '10 Athletic Scholarship

Established in 1991 by Brian M. Cann

This endowed scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student with potential for excellence in the varsity football or baseball program, at the discretion of the athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Mike Byrne, Senior
Psychology and Criminal Justice
Lititz, PA

R. R. M. Carpenter III Baseball Endowment

Established in 1998 by R.R.M. and Stephanie C. Carpenter III

This endowed scholarship is for members of the varsity baseball team, as selected by the head baseball coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipients:
Dan Richardson, Senior
Leadership
Bear, DE

David Slovak, Junior
History
Louisville, KY

Mike McGuire, Senior
Health Behavioral Management
Swarthmore, PA

Lawrence R. Catuzzi Football Scholarship

Established in 2004 by Lawrence R. and Barbara V. Catuzzi

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Joe Flacco, Senior
Accounting
Audubon, NJ

Lawrence R. Catuzzi Baseball Fund

Established in 2004 by Lawrence R. and Barbara V. Catuzzi

This endowment provides for the operational needs of the baseball program, as determined by the head baseball coach.

Christie Family Foundation Men’s Basketball Endowment

Established in 2000 by Christopher J., Esq., Mary Pat Christie and Todd J. Christie

This endowment is used at the discretion of the head basketball coach for the operating expenses of the basketball program.

Girard S. and Sharon R. Clothier “EGG” Scholarship for Women’s Athletics

Established in 2005 by Girard S. and Sharon R. Clothier

This endowed scholarship is for a female athlete who best exhibits the enjoyment of her sport and life in general, the giving of herself to teammates and others, and growth in athletics and life overall. "Sherry and I feel strongly that everyone should strive in life to achieve a balance of Enjoy, Give and Grow- a philosophy we call EGG. For us it is important to give something back to the University that brought us together, provided us with a great education, and gave us the friendships that have lasted a lifetime. Our hope is that our example will encourage today's students to continue the EGG philosophy in their own lives and that it will flourish and blossom as they become alumni."

2007/2008 Recipient:
Colleen Walsh (Volleyball), Senior
Economics and Finance
Cleveland, OH

John & Pat Cochran Basketball Endowment Fund

Established in 2000 by John R. and Patricia A. Cochran III

This endowment is used at the discretion of the head men's basketball coach for the needs of his program.

Robert V. Donato Golf Scholarship Endowment

Established in 2004 by Robert V. Donato III

This endowed scholarship supports a member of the men’s golf team, as selected by the head men’s golf coach, in consultation with the Athletics Director and Associate Athletics Director.

Scotty Duncan Golf Scholarship

Established in March 2004 by Friends of Scotty Duncan

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the golf team, as selected by the golf coach, in consultation with the Athletics Director and Associate Athletics Director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Jeff Griest, Management
Junior
Glen Mills, PA

Fred Emmerson/Bob Siemen Basketball Scholarship

Established in 2005 by William E. and Caroline L. Utt

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the men’s basketball team, in memory of Fred Emmerson and Bob Siemen.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Herb Courtney, Senior
Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management
Ambler, PA

Bryan E. J. Field Athletic Equipment Fund

Established in 1993 by Bryan E.J. Field

This endowment supports athletic equipment needs for non-revenue sports.

Chuck Ganci Scholarship Fund

Established in 1986 by Dr. James B. and Helga U. Ganci

This endowed scholarship is based on academic merit and awarded to a student participating on the intercollegiate swim team.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Andrew Zinn, Senior
Marketing
Wilmington, DE

Donald L. Gouge Jr. Baseball & Men's Basketball Endowment

Established in 2003 by Donald L. Gouge, Esq., Jr.

This endowment supports the men's basketball program and the baseball program for the general needs of the respective programs.

Dallas & Sylvia Green Baseball Scholarship

Established in 1999 by G. Dallas and Sylvia T. Green

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the baseball team, as selected by the head baseball coach, in consultation with the Athletics Director and the Associate Athletics Director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Josh Dean, Undecided
Freshman
Dagsboro, DE

Bob Hannah Spring Trip Endowment Fund

Established in 1999 by Friends of Bob Hannah

This endowment provides funding for the baseball's annual spring training expenses so the team has the flexibility to try their hands against the top teams in the nation.

John E. & Margaret A. Healy Scholarship Fund

Established in 2006 by Thomas J. and Deborah G. Healy

This endowed scholarship is awarded to a civil engineering major, male or female, who is an athlete in any sport competing at the varsity level. The recipient is selected by the Director of Athletics in consultation with the Dean of the College of Engineering.

Mary Ann Hitchens Athletic Scholarship

Established in 2006 by Friends of Mary Ann Hitchens

This endowment is for the unrestricted use of the Women’s Athletic Program at the University of Delaware, in honor of Mary Ann Hitchens and her career of service to the University of Delaware and the Fightin’ Blue Hens.

Andrew John Huffman Basketball Endowment

Established in 2005 by Friends and family of Andrew Huffman

This endowed scholarship is for members of the men's basketball team in memory of Andrew John Huffman.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Sam McMahon, Senior
Sport Management
Lohman, MO

Lee J. Hyncik Tennis Achievement Award

Established in 1987 by William G., Sr. and Vera Hyncik

This award honors an outstanding junior student Athletic Trainer and an outstanding junior tennis player.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Jason Hanschmann, Senior
Philosophy
Palatine, IL

Ed Kee Agricultural-Athletic Scholarship

Established in 1999 by W. Edwin, Jr. and Deborah Kee

This endowed scholarship supports a Delaware high school graduate who is majoring in an academic area in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, and shows preference to a student participating in Intercollegiate Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Ashley Vent, Senior
Animal Science and Agricultural & Technology Education
Milton, DE

Richard H. and Gail D. Keller Football Scholarship

Established in 2005 by Richard H. and Gail D. Keller

This endowed scholarship supports a member of the men’s football team, as determined by the head football coach, in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Raymond J. Klapinsky Football Scholarship

Established in 2005 by Raymond J. and Dorothea E. Klapinsky

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team who is majoring in the Lerner College of Business & Economics, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

Loren Kline Men's Soccer Scholarship

Established in 2004 by the friends and family of Loren Kline

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the men's soccer team, as selected by the head men’s soccer coach, in consultation with the Director of Athletics and Associate Director of Athletics.

Ryan Kohart Lacrosse Scholarship

Established in 2004 by the friends and family of Ryan Kohart

This annual scholarship is for a member of the men's lacrosse team, with first preference always to a team member who is a minority. The recipient shall be selected by the head lacrosse coach.

The Nancy Kressman Tennis Scholarship

Established in 2007/2008 by family and friends of Nancy Kressman

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the women’s tennis team, as selected by the head women’s tennis coach, in conjunction with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Men's Lacrosse Alumni Scholarship Endowment

Established in 2004 by an anonymous donor

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the men’s lacrosse team, as selected by the head men’s lacrosse coach, in conjunction with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Jim Laser Scholarship

Established in 2004 by James R. Laser

This endowed scholarship is for students who are majoring in Engineering and members of the football team.

William and Mary Locke Swimming Scholarship

Established in 2004 by Robert A. Locke

This endowed scholarship is for a student athlete who is a major in the College of Business & Economics, and shows preference members of the men's swimming team.

2007/2008 Recipient
Craig Greenfield, Junior
Accounting
Westmont, NJ

Bailey Lude Scholarship

Daniel J. and Sharon H. Tripodi

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team who is majoring in biology who is in good academic standing. The recipient is selected by the head football coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient
Rich Beverley, Senior
History and Biology
Cedar Run, NJ

John A. & Edna Mae Marta Athletic Trainer Scholarship in Honor of Dr. Edgar N. Johnson, Sr.

Established in 2008 by John A. Marta

This endowed scholarship is awarded to a senior undergraduate student who is enrolled in the athletic training program. The recipient will be named by the UD Athletic Staff.

Vincent L. Mayer Scholarship

Established in 2008 by the estate of Jean L. Mayer

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team who is a Delaware resident and has the most positive impact on the team.

Minker Baseball Scholarship

Established in 2001 by Matthew C., III and Carol J. Minker

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the baseball team, as selected by the head baseball coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

William D. Murray Scholarship for Graduate Studies

Established in 1998 by Dr. Robert C. and Joy M. Witman

This endowed scholarship is for member of the football team who is remaining at the University to pursue a graduate degree on a full-time basis. Factors consider are the academic record and the degree of respect teammates show for potential recipients.

Tom & Barbara Palmer Baseball Scholarship

Established in 2002 by Thomas C. and Barbara V. Palmer

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the baseball team, as selected by the head baseball coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Steve Spiese, Senior
Sports Management
Newark, DE

Pinto Family Scholarship

Established in 1999 by Charles P. and E. Joy Pinto

This endowed scholarship is for a student athlete who is participating in any sport, and who also is matriculated in the Lerner College of Business & Economics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Dan Rexon, Sophomore
Business (Undeclared)
Haddonfield, NJ

Post Family Football Scholarship Fund

Established in 2000 by Roger A., Jr. and Deborah L. Post

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach, in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Erik Johnson, Junior
Health and Physical Education
Fairport, NY

Miles Powell Engineering/Athletic Scholarship

Miles, Jr. and Jeanne P. Powell

This endowed scholarship is for students matriculated in the College of Engineering, with preference given to Delaware residents who are involved in intercollegiate varsity sports.

2007/2008 Recipients
Lindsay Schmidel, Junior
Chemical Engineering
Pittsburgh, PA

David Gyurina, Senior
Civil Engineering
Tabernacle, NJ

Gregory Stirparo, Junior
Chemical Engineering
Wilmington, DE

Brandon Swartout, Senior
Civil Engineering
Bear, DE

Michael Zeberkiewica, Senior
Engineering
Wilmington, DE

Bradley Damtoft, Sophomore
Civil Engineering
Rochester, NY

James Schmid, Senior
Civil Engineering
Lutherville, MD

Purzycki Brothers Football Scholarship

Established in 2004 by Joseph J. and Sharon K. Purzycki; and Michael S. and Elizabeth R. Purzycki

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach, in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Omar Cuff, Senior
Theatre Production
Capitol Heights, MD

Kathryn J. Ratledge Football Endowment

Established in 2003 by Kathryn J. Ratledge

This endowment is used at the discretion of the head football coach and the Athletics Director to support the University of Delaware football team.

Harry Rawstrom Swimming Scholarship

Established in 1993 by the friends and family of Harry Rawstrom

This endowed scholarship is for an outstanding junior swimmer or diver who demonstrates academic proficiency and is dedicated to the sport of swimming or diving for both competition and enjoyment.

2007/2008 Recipient:
John Ohlhaver, Junior
Exercise Science
Catonsville, MD

Tubby Raymond Football Scholarship Endowment

Established in 2003 by friends and family of Tubby Raymond

This endowed scholarship honors Coach Harold "Tubby" Raymond for his years of service to the University of Delaware and its football program. The scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by head football coach and in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Rich Beverley, Senior
Biology
Cedar Run, NJ

Homer D. Reihm Jr. Baseball Scholarship

Established in 2001 by Homer D., Jr. and Nancy L. Reihm

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the baseball team, as selected by head baseball coach and in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Gregory T. and Kristi Rogerson Football Scholarship

Established in 2005 by Gregory T. and Kristi Rogerson

This endowed scholarship will provide a scholarship for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the athletics director or associate athletics director.

James A. and Suzanne M. Sears Scholarship

Established in 2005 by James A. and Suzanne M. Sears

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team who is matriculated in the Lerner College of Business & Economics.

David A. Sharp Academic Excellence Award for Men's Cross-Country/Track

Established in 2000 by The Reverend David A. Sharp

This endowed award is for a rising sophomore, junior or senior member of the men's track and/or cross country teams who has exhibited academic excellence for the academic year.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Alex Gambogi, Junior
Biological Sciences
Wilmington, DE

Chris Short Baseball Scholarship

Established in 1992 by friends and family of Chris Short

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the men's tennis team, as selected by the head tennis coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Scott Shockley, Junior
Health and Physical Education
Milton, DE

Thomas F. & Stephanie A. Shumosic Athletic Scholarship

Established in 2007/2008 by Thomas F. and Stephanie A. Shumosic

This endowed scholarship will support a first generation college attendee who participates in Intercollegiate Athletics.

E. W. Sipple Intercollegiate Athletic Endowment Fund

Established in 1990 by the Estate of E. W. Sipple

This endowment is used for the purposes of the Department of Athletics at the University of Delaware.

Harold and Barbara Smith & Family Baseball Scholarship

Established in 1998 by Harold D. and Barbara K. Smith II

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the baseball team, as selected by the head baseball coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Matthew Harden, Freshman
Civil Engineering
Wilmington, DE

W. Alvon Sparks Jr. Endowed Baseball Scholarship

Established in 1998 by W. Alvon, Jr. and Helen C. Sparks

To expand the baseball program's recruiting strength and afford the young men on the Fightin' Blue Hen Baseball team the opportunity to succeed both on the field and in the classroom.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Adam Tsakonas, Senior
Sports Management
Pottstown, PA

James C. & Alicia F. Stein Football Scholarship

Established in 2007/2008

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Joseph J. & Dian H. Stein Football Scholarship

Established in 2007/2008 by Joseph J. and Dian H. Stein

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Ethan A. Jr. & Patricia C. Stenger Football Scholarship

Established in 2002 by Ethan A. Jr. and Patricia C. Stenger

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Jeremy Kametz, Senior
Bethlehem, PA
History

Stephen and Patricia Stockwell Swimming Scholarship

Established in 2001 by Stephen E. and Patricia T. Stockwell

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the men’s swimming team, as selected by the head men’s swimming coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

2007/2008 Recipients
: Adam Blomberg, Senior
Physics
Kennewick, WA

Grady Carter, Sophomore
Accounting
Newark, DE

Irvin “Ace” Taylor Football Scholarship

Established in 2002 by Richard B. and Marilyn H. Taylor

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Tony & Tom Toto Football Scholarship

Established in 2002 by Anthony J. Jr. and Thomas J. Toto

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Thomas W. and Jacqueline Harding Van Grofski Scholarship

Established in 2005 by Thomas W. and Jacqueline Harding Van Grofski

This scholarship is for a member of the football team who is matriculated in the Lerner College of Business and Economics.

Ray Walker Scholarship For Men's Tennis

Established in 2003 by friends and family of Ray Walker

This endowed scholarship honors Ray Walker's contributions to the world of tennis by providing a scholarship to a member of the men's tennis team in his honor.

2007/2008 Recipient:
Austin Longacre, Sophomore
Finance
Landenberg, PA

John E. Wallace Football Scholarship

Established in 2005 by John E. Jr. and Barbara C. Wallace

This endowed scholarship is for a member of the football team, as selected by the head football coach in consultation with the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics.

Coach Irv Wisniewski Sports/Engineering Scholarship

Established by Members of the 1961, 1962 and 1963 University of Delaware men’s basketball teams

This endowed scholarship is for a student matriculated in the College of Engineering who is also participating in intercollegiate athletics, with first preference always given to a member of the men’s basketball team.