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. 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).

 

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For additional information, email scholarship@ctrollerderby.com

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​About the Scholarship

 

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 believe that sports (traditional or non-traditional) 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.

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Eligibility Requirements*

 

Applicants must:​

• Identify as a woman or non-binary student athlete

• Currently participate in recreational, community, or school athletics in 2025. Due to extenuating circumstances this year, any athlete who played in 2024 and was preparing to play in 2025 will also be accepted, regardless of if they are currently enabled to play.

• Attend or planning to attend a Connecticut college or university in the Fall 2025, or be a Connecticut resident attending any college or university in the Fall 2025.

• Provide a 250-word essay describing their passion for the sport that they play, with emphasis on the unique nature of their sport, or their participation in that sport

• Provide a photograph of themselves in action or representing their sport

• Agree to allow Connecticut Roller Derby, to use submitted information and photograph in promotional materials

• Submit a completed application, including a letter of recommendation, essay, and photo, by Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11:59PM EST via the online form or via email (see below).

 

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

 

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 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.

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​How to Submit

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Submit application materials, including a letter of recommendation, for the scholarship using the online form: 2025 CTRD Online Scholarship Application. Online entries are preferred, however, you may also submit your entry by email to scholarship@ctrollerderby.com

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*Winners will be notified by the beginning of June. CTRD would like to recognize the winners at the June 21, 2025 home bout in East Haven, CT if they are available to attend.​​​