Coaches Academy Scholarship ApplicationCoaches Academy ScholarshipUS Fencing Coaches Association (USFCA) Coaches Academy Scholarship Application Deadline: 8/17/2025Scholarship Overview:The USFCA is offering a range of scholarships to support fencing coaches who are committed to developing their skills and impacting the sport of fencing in their communities. Please review the scholarship types below and apply accordingly.Scholarship Categories: 1. Full Scholarship for Volunteer CoachNumber of Scholarships: 1Eligibility: Applicants must be volunteer coaches at a non-profit fencing club or public school. Priority will be given to applicants who coach at clubs that provide the only opportunity for people to fence in their area. 2. Full Scholarship for Young CoachNumber of Scholarships: 1Eligibility: Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 25 and be either current fencers or new coaches just starting their coaching journey. 3. Half-Scholarship for Female CoachesNumber of Scholarships: 4Eligibility: Female coaches who demonstrate a need for additional training due to responsibilities leading a team or competitive club. Priority will be given to those in leadership roles.Full Name(Required)USFCA #(Required)Email(Required)Phone number(Required)Fencing Club/Organization(Required)Position/Role (Head coach, Assistant Coach, etc)(Required)Scholarship Category Selection(Required) Full Scholarship for Volunteer Coach Full Scholarship for Young Coach (Ages 18-25) Half-Scholarship for Women CoachesPlease indicate the scholarship category you are applying for:Clinic InformationWhy do you want to attend the Coaches Academy?(Required)(Please explain your motivation for attending and how it will help you in your coaching career)How do you plan to apply what you learn at the clinic to your coaching practice?(Required)Describe how attending this clinic will impact your athletes, coaching methodology, or fencing programScholarship NeedWhy are you applying for this scholarship?(Required)Please explain why you believe you are a strong candidate for this scholarship, and how it will support your coaching journeyFor Volunteer Coaches Only (Full Scholarship):• Are you coaching at a non-profit fencing club or public school?(Required) Yes No• Is your club the only place in your area where people have access to fencing?(Required) Yes NoIf yes, please provide more details:(Required)Describe your club’s role in the community and how it serves as a unique resource for fencingFor Young Coaches Only (Full Scholarship):Please confirm your age is between 18-25(Required) Yes NoFor Women Coaches Only (Half-Scholarship):Are you in a leadership position as the head coach of a team or competitive club, or are you expecting to be promoted to a leadership position in the near future?(Required) Yes NoIf yes, please describe your responsibilities and how this scholarship will benefit your development:(Required)Provide more details on your leadership role and the type of training you seekCoaching Experience and AchievementsHow long have you been fencing? How long have you been coaching fencing?(Required)(Please include the number of years and any certifications you hold)Briefly describe any notable achievements or successes in your coaching career (athletes coached, tournaments, team performance, etc.):(Required)Provide a few examples of your coaching impact and successesReferencesPlease provide one professional references (name, title, and contact information):(Required)Reference • Name: • Title/Organization: • Phone Number: • Email Address:Signature(Required)Your NameYour NameYour NameYour NameBy submitting this application, I confirm that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I am a current member of the US Fencing Coaches Association. I understand that the scholarship funds may be limited and are awarded based on merit, financial need, and the availability of funds.
