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The Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon benefits the Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship
which was set up in her memory.
Emily Schindler spent most of her life in the water. Joining the Severna Park Y (SPY) when she was
9 years old, she always put friendship above the competition of the sport. Emily exemplified team spirit
as a swimmer on the team for 9 years. Always encouraging others to remain positive, Emily brought a smile
to everyone around her. When she laughed, she laughed wholeheartedly, it was as if she had just heard
the funniest joke in the world. Her blond hair shining in the sunlight reminded you of an angel.
On a snow-covered road in Garrett County, Maryland in January 2004, Emily was
killed in a car accident. Immediately after her death her parents knew the
best way to honor her was to establish a scholarship in her name that would
be awarded annually to any graduating senior or past SPY swimmer that had
been on the team for at least one full year. At least one scholarship in the
amount of $1000 is awarded each year. To apply for the award, the applicant
must write an essay describing how swimming on the SPY team has affected
their life. Applicants are judged on their essay, an interview with members
of the selection committee, recommendations from the SPY coaches and need.
To date, over $14,000 has been awarded to 25 swimmers.
If
you are interested in making a tax deductible contribution to the
scholarship fund, please make your contribution payable to "Emily
Schindler Memorial Scholarship" and mail to:
179 Teal Drive Pasadena Maryland 21122
The Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Triathlon will take place on Saturday, April
16, 2011. The event takes
place in the indoor heated pool of SPY Aquatics and on the B&A Trail. A pre-race meeting will also be
held the Thursday evening before the triathlon to answer any last minute questions. Your input is always welcome,
as we establish the tradition of a local triathlon that is intended to be fun and rewarding for all participants.
Help the Emily Schindler Memorial Scholarship Fund grow through your company sponsorship. Sponsor names will be printed on the
back of the triathlon T-shirts!
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