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Ringette Calgary lists two scholarship opportunities on its site: the Don Henderson Memorial Ringette Scholarship at the University of Calgary, and the "2015 Western Canadian Ringette Championships Legacy Scholarships." The site names recent recipients and the Legacy award amount ($1000), but it does not publish full eligibility rules or application deadlines for either award — so treat the details below as what the association has made public, and confirm specifics with Ringette Calgary before applying.
Don Henderson Memorial Ringette Scholarship
This award is set up at the University of Calgary and is the association's long-running scholarship.
- History: Ringette Calgary established a ringette scholarship at the University of Calgary in 1989. It was renamed the "Don Henderson Memorial Scholarship" in 1993, after the passing of Don Henderson, one of the people who started ringette in Calgary.
- Recent recipient: Emily Johnson was named the 2025/26 recipient at the UofC.
- What the site doesn't say: The published material does not state the award amount, the number of awards, or the specific eligibility criteria (such as required playing history with Ringette Calgary or enrollment status at UofC).
If you are a UCalgary student with a ringette background, this is the award to ask about first — contact Ringette Calgary directly for the current criteria and application window.
Western Canadian Ringette Championships Legacy Scholarships
This award is tied to the 2015 Western Canadian Ringette Championships and is judged on a broader contribution to the sport.
- How applicants are scored: The site states applicants were scored on their commitment to ringette through playing, coaching, officiating, and other volunteer activities, as well as school and community participation and service.
- Award amount: The recipient receives $1000.
- Recent recipient: Ashley Chapman.
Who this fits
Based on the scoring criteria, this award suits athletes who have done more than play — for example, someone who has coached a younger team, refereed, or volunteered at association events while also staying involved at school and in the community. The site does not list a minimum age, years of service, or a required number of volunteer hours, so the practical test is whether you can document sustained involvement across those areas.
Comparing the two awards
| Don Henderson Memorial | WCR Championships Legacy | |
|---|---|---|
| Where it is held | University of Calgary | Not specified on site |
| Basis for selection | Not published | Playing, coaching, officiating, volunteering, school and community service |
| Award amount | Not published | $1000 |
| Recent recipient | Emily Johnson (2025/26) | Ashley Chapman |
How to move forward
- Check the source page first. Ringette Calgary posts scholarship news and recipient announcements on its site; the scholarship items appear alongside general news, so scan the News section rather than looking for a separate scholarships menu.
- Contact the association for the application package. Because neither award's eligibility rules or deadlines are published, email Ringette Calgary to ask which award fits your situation and what documentation is required.
- Prepare evidence of involvement early. For the Legacy award in particular, keep a record of coaching, officiating, and volunteer roles plus school and community service — that is exactly what the scoring described on the site rewards.
One caution: the site's scholarship content is announcement-style, not a formal application guide. Don't assume deadlines or criteria carry over from year to year — verify each cycle with the association.