Award Amount: $1000

This scholarship fund was created in memory of Baron P. “Deuce” Braswell II of Spotsylvania. Baron was the son of Baron Purnell Braswell and Gwendolyn Sue Braswell and he died tragically on January 20, 2006. He was a junior and an honorable student at Courtland High School. Baron was a very spiritual person and was an active member of the football, basketball, baseball and track teams, known for thanking God for his athletic abilities.

In establishing this scholarship, Baron’s family and friends wish to recognize the dedication to sports and academics of four students from any Spotsylvania, Stafford, Caroline and King George County or City of Fredericksburg high schools. At least four scholarships will be awarded to two male and two female athletes from the school areas above.

Eligibility:

1. Be a graduating senior from any Fredericksburg City or Spotsylvania, Stafford, Caroline or King George County Schools.

2. Have lettered in a varsity sport

3. Demonstrate plans to attend an institution of higher learning, which may be a 2-year or a 4-year college or vocational school.

Eligible Localities: Caroline County, City of Fredericksburg, King George County, Spotsylvania County, Stafford County
Eligible High Schools: Brooke Point High School, Caroline High School, Chancellor High School, Colonial Beach High School, Colonial Forge High School, Courtland High School, Fredericksburg Academy, Fredericksburg Christian School, James Monroe High School, King George High School, Massaponax High School, Mountain View High School, North Stafford High School, Riverbend High School, Spotsylvania High School, Stafford Senior High School
Award Amount: $1000 or more

Additional information:

The Baron P. “Deuce” Braswell II Memorial Scholarship Fund also requires:

1. Two letters of recommendation from different sources (teacher, counselor, coach or supervisor).
2. An essay of up to 900 words which tells a story about how your involvement in athletic activities helped you overcome personal challenges, including: your high school sports participation, what you learned from it and your plans for the future.
3. Applications must be submitted by February 16, 2024

The Scholarship selection date is April 27, 2024