About the Scholarship:

Now accepting applications for 2024!

Deadline Sunday, May 26!

See below to apply.

Connecticut Roller Derby is proud to offer the Cindy Luberto Scholarship for Women/Non-Binary Individuals in Sports!

Established in 2012, this scholarship recognizes a dedicated and enthusiastic Connecticut athlete

who has a passion for their sport, whatever it may be.

“Many of our skaters did not consider themselves athletes before finding roller derby, while others have a long history of participating and succeeding in sports. We think it is important to celebrate all types of athletes who embrace their passion for their sport, regardless of whether they are the star of a competitive team or a participant in less structured recreational or intramural sports,” says Kathleen Ebner, who skated under the name Ebolution, a former player for Connecticut’s Yankee Brutals and Physical Education and Health teacher at Woodland Regional High School.

The recipient is selected based on a short, 250-word essay describing their passion for the sport that they play, with emphasis on how their sport or their participation is unique. Each applicant is also asked to provide a photo of themselves in action or representing their sport.

“Being passionate about an activity can change a person’s life. Our skaters have found something special in roller derby, and we want to celebrate that spirit with this scholarship,” says Alison Faruolo (Babe Vigoda), a former blocker for the Yankee Brutals. “The award is named for Cindy Luberto, the late sister of one of our league’s most positive and supportive former members, Jill Luberto (Paula G. ImNaughty).”

For additional information, email scholarship@ctrollerderby.com .

Applications for the 2024 scholarship award are now being accepted!

2024 Connecticut Roller Derby Women/Non-Binary Individuals in Sports Scholarship

Roller derby is a unique sport with hundreds of thousands of passionate followers around the world. Since its modern resurgence in the 21st century, roller derby is now the fastest growing women’s sport in the world.

Athletic skaters may come from many backgrounds and enjoy a variety of sports, but often only those excelling in more traditional sports receive recognition with athletic awards and scholarships. The members of Connecticut Roller Derby, Inc., believe that sports (traditional or non-) can be an important part of a well-rounded life, and value the diversity of experience that each of its members contributes to roller derby and sporting community. In that spirit, CTRD has created this scholarship opportunity to recognize Women/Non Binary athletes in Connecticut who have a passion for their sport, whatever it may be.

Prize:

First Place: $1,000 non-renewable scholarship, paid directly to the educational institution upon verification of enrollment in the fall semester, for use toward tuition, fees, and education-related expenses.

Runner-Up: $500 non-renewable scholarship, paid directly to the educational institution upon verification of enrollment in the fall semester, for use toward tuition, fees, and education-related expenses.

All submissions will be reviewed by members of the CTRD and winners will be determined by a league vote. Applicants and recommenders may be contacted for verification or clarification of information by email or brief telephone interview.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must:

be a woman/woman-identifying/non-binary student-athlete, participating in recreational, community, or school athletics.
be attending a Connecticut college or university in the Fall of 2024, or be a Connecticut resident attending any college or university
in the Fall of 2024.
provide a 250-word essay describing their passion for the sport that they play, with emphasis on how their sport or their
participation is unique.
provide a photograph of themselves in action or representing their sport.
agree to allow Connecticut Roller Derby, Inc., to use the submitted information and photograph in promotional materials.
complete and submit recommendation and the application by Sunday, May 26, 2024, 11:59PM.

Past or current members of CTRD or the immediate family of any current CTRD member are ineligible.

Deadline/How to submit:

Submit application materials for the 2024 Connecticut Roller Derby Cindy Luberto Sports Scholarship using the below online form.
Online entries are preferred, however, you may also submit your entry by email to scholarship@ctrollerderby.com
To download and print a copy of the application, click here: 2024 CT Roller Derby Application Form

*Winner will be notified by the end of May. CTRD would like to recognize the winners at the June 1, 2024 home bout in Trumbull, CT if they are available to attend.

2024 CTRD Online Scholarship Application

If you would like to help us continue to provide this unique opportunity to recognize passionate women athletes in our communities, contact us at scholarship@ctrollerderby.com to donate to support the Connecticut Roller Derby Women in Sports Scholarship!