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Al Hamilton Scholarship Awards

The Edmonton Oilers Alumni Association, in conjunction with the NHL Alumni, presents the Al Hamilton Scholarship Awards annually to two student athletes attending Edmonton Catholic or Public Schools. This scholarship gives one male and one female student the opportunity to pursue their athletic goals and, through post-secondary education, propel them towards their ultimate success.

Value: $2000 per year for up to four years of post-secondary education

Number: 2 (one male, one female)

Criteria:
Each high school may nominate one male and one female Grade 12 student athlete. The selection will be based on individuals who exemplify the ideal of a student athlete. This includes school activities, community involvement, leadership qualities, athletic and academic excellence. Financial need will also be considered. Additionally, students must be involved in a sport and plan on pursuing that sport within their program at a college or university. Students must complete the form and one of his/her coaches and/or instructors must write a brief letter highlighting qualities of the candidate. Any additional letters of recommendation are welcome.

Application Process: Please mail the completed form to:

The Al Hamilton Scholarship 
c/o the Edmonton Oilers Alumni Association
200 Quikcard Centre
17010 - 103 Ave
Edmonton, AB  T5S 1K7

Application Deadline: June 30, 2009

Congratulations to the 2008 recipients Jessica Kok and Sahr Saffa!