LOUISVILLE, Ky. –  The NFCA has partnered with Diamond Kinetics to create a new technology scholarship. One fastpitch high school team, college team or training facility who has integrated technology into their respective program throughout the preceding year will be chosen to receive an honorary plaque, a $500 technology stipend and $2000 in Diamond Kinetics products for continued technology development. Scholarship announcements will be made at the 2017 NFCA Convention in Las Vegas, Dec. 6-9. To apply click HERE.

Existing NFCA scholarships include the Mary Nutter Scholarship and the Diversity Grant. Both allow for members to receive funding for the 2017 Convention, which includes registration costs as well as reimbursement towards lodging and travel (up to a certain amount).

All scholarship and award application/nominations are due by September 1st.

For all these awards, appropriate details and supporting documentation is required to be submitted and recipients must be NFCA members. Visit NFCA.org and access the application forms through your Coach's Box.

Donna Newberry “Perseverance” Award
Recognizes an NFCA member coach who has demonstrated extraordinary strength of will and character in the fight to overcome a physical, mental, or social adversity that presented an additional challenge to the already demanding job of a coach.
 
Easton/NFCA Assistant Coach of the Year Award
Recognizes an assistant/associate head coach from each NFCA membership category for their tireless dedication to the sport of softball and to the continued education, growth, and development of young women both on and off the field.
 
Humanitarian Award
Recognizes an NFCA member coach who has selflessly dedicated his/her time toward the long-term betterment of the community and/or engaged in charitable activities in the service of others.
 
Mary Nutter Scholarship
Is an educational grant awarded to an NFCA member coach who seeks and desires educational opportunity, but who requires financial assistance to cover the NFCA Annual Convention costs.
 
Diversity Grant
Is a grant awarded to a minority NFCA member coach who is active in the fastpitch community, is service oriented, and who promotes diversity in the sport of softball.