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2024 GMFA Memorial scholarship recipients

The GMFA was  honored to award the memorial scholarships for 2024 to the following graduates
~ Congratulations and best of luck with your future plans ~

Bailey dorcas

Edwin Edmonds Memorial Scholarship
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What does this scholarship mean to you?

I am honored to be awarded this scholarship in memory of Edwin Edmonds because he was a prestigious member of our football community. For me, the award recognizes how I as a player have contributed positively to my team as well as the league itself.

How has football impacted your life?

Since the age of six, the game of football, my parents, my coaches, and my teammates have encouraged me to be disciplined, to develop resilience, and have given me a sense of belonging.

Has football taught you any lessons that you will apply to your upcoming University adventure?

Football has taught me to persevere in the face of adversity, the importance of teamwork and collaboration, and the need to stay disciplined in pursuit of my goals.

“Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.”

― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

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Elea arsenault



Brian Agnew Memorial Scholarship

What does this scholarship mean to you?

Being awarded the Brian Agnew Scholarship is a tremendous honour and privilege. As a well-loved, respected football coach and community contributor, this award signifies recognition of my hard work and dedication towards the game of football as well as my community.

How has football impacted your life?

Football is not just a game but a passion that has shaped who I am. From the moment I stepped out onto the field, football has made me a confident and resilient individual, capable of facing challenges, and has taught me the importance of leadership, teamwork and discipline.

Has football taught you any lessons that you will apply to your upcoming University adventure?

Through the ups and downs on the field, football as taught me many lessons that will undoubtedly be vital as I began my university journey. It has instilled in me the importance of stepping up and seizing opportunities, as well as the value of hard work and determination.

“Take the risk or lose the chance”

- Jack James

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Jack zhou



Stephen Mullin Memorial Scholarship

What does this scholarship mean to you?

To me, this scholarship exemplifies my dedication to excellence. Receiving this scholarship and its financial support will help me as I continue to push for my goals. It reminds me that football has supported me in more ways than just the sport. That even once I'm done competing in the sport, it is still facilitating my success in more ways than I know..

How has football impacted your life?

When I started playing football in grade 10 with the GMFA Royals, I was just trying it out with no real hope for success. Little did I know this sport would change my athletic career as I know it. The lifelong friendships I developed in my football career have changed my life both in and outside of football. The lessons I learned helped me choose my career path and help me along my high school journey. Without football, I wouldn't be the leader I am in my community today.

Has football taught you any lessons that you will apply to your upcoming University adventure?

Football taught me valuable skills such as determination, leadership, and teamwork. The skills have already helped me become a better person in my community, and I know will facilitate my success in the future as I pursue a career in medicine. I'm excited to use the lessons I learned with football to lead and collaborate with my classmates. The interpersonal skills I learned from football are extremely beneficial for my medical school application process, for communication is key as a doctor.

"The purpose is always there, the purpose never leaves us, cause the very purpose is you."

- David Goggins

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marc boudreau

Nestor Charuk Memorial Scholarship

What does this scholarship mean to you?

This scholarship means very much to me and I am extremely grateful. As it has taken away some stress from my future education expenses and will allow me to further focus on my studies.

How has football impacted your life?

Playing football has been the best decision I’ve ever made. Over the past 4 years I have fallen more in love every day. This sport and my coaches along the way have had huge impact on the person, athlete, student, and leader I have become. It has taught me accountability, sportsmanship, leadership, how to face adversity, and much much more. I’ve made some of my closest friends from this sport because to me football really is family.

Has football taught you any lessons that you will apply to your upcoming University adventure?

Throughout my years I have learned countless things from the sport of football. But one in particular comes to mind that I will carry with me through my future post secondary adventures. That being that if you put your head down and work for it, you can achieve just about anything you set your mind too. Just gotta trust the process, something I can remember while playing my first university football season and my classes.

“Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.”

- Tim Notke

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