OHL Niagara IceDogs

RBC and nine OHL clubs award $90,000 for academic achievement

Published on November 7, 2007 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Niagara IceDogs News Release


ST. CATHARINES, November 7, 2007 - RBC today announced the opportunity for 18 Ontario athletes to win a $5,000 scholarship from RBC.

The RBC Scholastic Achievement Awards will be awarded to one male and one female grade 12 student who excels in hockey and academics in select Ontario Hockey League markets. Through an online application process, the recipients will receive a $5,000 scholarship to the post secondary institution of their choice for September 2008. Each student chosen will receive $1,000 a year and $2,000 in their fourth year, provided an academic average of 70% is maintained.

"We are thrilled to increase our RBC Scholastic Achievement Awards this year," said Doug Bugler, RBC's regional vice president for Niagara and St. Catharines. "As many students are unable to continue their post secondary studies because of lack of financial support, RBC has provided a multi-year scholarship to help students financially throughout their undergraduate careers."

"The Niagara IceDogs Hockey Club is a proud supporter of this initiative," said David Frizzell, Director of Sales & Marketing, Niagara IceDogs. "It's a strong incentive for our young hockey players to become leaders among their peers, on and off the ice."

Students can apply at www.niagaraicedogs.net and fill out the online application form. Each applicant must meet the following criteria:

- Must be a 2007-2008 registered player in Minor Hockey or High School Hockey

- Must be a Grade 12 student graduating in June 2008

- Must be planning full-time attendance at an accredited Canadian University or College starting no later than September 2008

- Must have a minimum 70% (B) average at mid-term in Grade 12

- No game misconduct penalties during the current season.

The contest closes January 15, 2008.

-In addition to the Niagara IceDogs, RBC is also partnering with the Kitchener Rangers, the Oshawa Generals, the Peterborough Petes, the Guelph Storm, the Belleville Bulls, the Barrie Colts, the Kingston Frontenacs and the Sarnia Sting.

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