MANALAPAN SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS

2020

GENERAL SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS

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◉ Member of the Fury◉ Will be attending the University

of Pace and majoring in Education

◉ She hopes to continue playing with her team for the next year

◉ “The Manalapan Soccer Club is helping me prepare for the future because it taught me about sportsmanship, being a good leader, teamwork and being able to just be yourself and have fun”

Alexandra Fionda

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current member of the Fury

◉ Will be attending Fordham University and majoring in Psychology

◉ She hopes to join club soccer in college

◉ “Not only did I also learn how to be a leader and how to work well with others, but soccer taught me how to hold myself accountable for any and all of my mistakes.”

Alyssa Curcio

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current member of the Fury

◉ Will be attending West Chester University

◉ She hopes to join a Sorority, play club soccer, and look into volunteer organizations

◉ “Having the structure and discipline of playing on a competitive soccer team helped me apply that to my schoolwork. It taught me how to be focused, determined and work hard to achieve goals.”

Andrea Esposito

◉ Member of the Wildcats◉ Will be attending Brookdale

Community College and majoring in Early Childhood education

◉ “Starting playing soccer for this club at a young age gave me teammates and many friendships that I will cherish for the rest of my life.”

Isabella Muccio

◉ Former member of the G-Force◉ She will be attending Nova

Southeastern University and majoring in Speech-Language and Communication Disorders with a minor in Psychology

◉ She hopes to play intramural soccer, participate in greek life, and possibly start up a martial arts club

◉ “...I will be taking all of the valuable skills I have learned through the Manalapan Soccer Club with me...I will continue to collaborate with my team members, think of intuitive solutions, speak my

mind, be a leader.”

Anna Kaplan

REFEREE SCHOLARSHIPS

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current referee

◉ She will be attending The Ohio State University and majoring in Political Science

◉ “I am who I am because I grew up in the most amazing town and played for the best soccer club: A club that unites their members, cares about their athletes, and treats everyone involved like family.”

Madison Povell

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current referee

◉ Will be attending James Madison University and majoring in Health Science and pre occupational therapy

◉ She hopes to join clubs related to her major, and continue running and/or playing intramural soccer

◉ “Growing up playing such an amazing sport has taught me to be a team player, to strive for success, and to never give up when faced with adversity. Manalapan Soccer not only challenged me but has brought me so much joy and memories.”

Katie Adler

THE MIKE CONFESSORE SCHOLARSHIP

The Mike Confessore Scholarship is awarded to a player whovalues and supports town-based community volunteering, plays in our

program and is always willing to help.

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This recipient...

◉ Is in the 2nd decile for her school◉ Is a member of the JROTC Academy at Colts Neck, where

she has been highly honored○ Some of these honors include the FRHSD Award of

Excellence, Certificate of Excellence at the National HS Drill Team Championships and National JROTC Fitness Championships and NJROTC Cadet of the Quarter

◉ Was instrumental in organizing the presentation of the flags at the Memorial Day Tournament

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current referee

◉ She will be attending the University of Scranton and majoring in Nursing

◉ She hopes to play intramural soccer, join clubs related to her major, and stay involved in community service.

◉ “...I’ve learned to always be true to myself and never let anything get in the way of my goals... Being part of this club has allowed me to be a part of something bigger than myself.”

Kelly McGovern

THE TIM HANLON SCHOLARSHIP

The Tim Hanlon Scholarship is awarded to a player who is dedicated to the sport of soccer and excels in their community.

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This Recipient...

◉ Played with the club for her whole career (U5-U19)◉ Played 4 years of High School Soccer, two of which

were on Varsity◉ She balanced her athletics while attending a

Vocational program

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current member of the Fury

◉ Will be attending The School of Makeup Effects majoring in Cosmetology with a focus on makeup and special effects

◉ “I had the pleasure of having amazing coaches and trainers that guided me over the years and taught me more than just soccer skill. They taught me to respect your teammates, work as a team and to never give up.”

Christina Mignella

THE MORGAN BALL SCHOLARSHIP

The Morgan Ball Scholarship is awarded to aplayer who demonstrates a love for the sport, is a leader on the field,

has a dynamic energy and is an all around team player.

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This Recipient...

◉ Currently plays for the Cedar Stars DA team, where she is a captain

◉ Was captain of the Manalapan High School soccer team her junior and senior year

◉ Attended both the ECNL National Training Camp and the US Soccer National Training Camp

◉ Was selected for the All Shore Team◉ Will be playing D1 Soccer for Monmouth University

◉ Former member of the Dynamite

◉ She will be attending Monmouth University and majoring in Political science with a concentration in Legal Studies

◉ “I grew up within this club, surrounded by all things soccer, and I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.”

Lauren Bruno

THE RICH SPECTOR SCHOLARSHIP

The RichSpector Scholarship is dedicated to a player who considers the Club as

family, is the ultimate team player and actively participates in Club sponsored events.

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This Recipient...

◉ Is in the 2nd decile for her class◉ Played with the Club her whole career (U5-U19)◉ Played Varsity Soccer, Basketball and Lacrosse○ She was Captain for each of these sports

◉ Continued to excel academically, taking 5 AP Classes throughout her HS Career

◉ Received the Shore Conference of High Schools Sportsmanship Award

◉ Former member of the G-Force and Mayhem, and current member of the Fury

◉ She will be attending the University of Tampa and majoring in Elementary Education

◉ “The Manalapan Soccer Club positively impacted me because over the years I gained so much soccer skill, the values of hard work and dedication, and a good attitude...I cannot thank all the adults, coaches, trainers, and parents that gave me these experiences enough.”

Christina Falletta

THE PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Presidential Scholarship is awarded to a player who represents what the Manalapan Soccer Club embodies – a love of the sport and giving back to the community. This player has the most fundamental

values – natural leader on the field, respected, focused on the impact of what they can do and demonstrates a good balance between school,

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This Recipient...

◉ Is in the 1st decile of her class◉ Played with the club her whole career (U5-U19)◉ Took 11 higher level courses throughout her HS

career◉ Is a coach at the Freehold Challenger Sports Program◉ Played HS Varsity Soccer, Swimming and Lacrosse◉ Volunteers heavily in the community

◉ Former member of the G-Force and current member of the Manalapan Fury

◉ Will be attending The College of New Jersey and majoring in Accounting

◉ She hopes to play club soccer in college

◉ “I know I will use all of the lessons I learned from the Manalapan Soccer Club in my future schooling and work. I am so appreciative of the club and how it helped mold me into the person I am today.”

Jessica Savage