2009 Scholarship Recipient

2009 scholarship winner Clayton Miller (left) with 2008 scholarship recipient Michael Hull (right)   Team DC is pleased to announce the recipient of our 2009 College Scholarship: Clayton V. Miller Hometown: Arlington, VA H.S.: Wakefield High School (Class of 2009) College attending: Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA Sport(s) info/accomplishments: Wakefield Varsity Swimming (2005-2009); Wakefield Varsity Tennis (2006-2009); Arlington Forest Club Swimming (2005-2008); Arlington Forest Club Tennis (2005-2008); Arlington Aquatic Club Swimming (2006-2007) Additional accomplishments: Graduated at top of his class; President, Student Government Association; Editor in chief, Yearbook; National Honor Society; Student Ambassador		2010 Scholarship Information & Application 2009 Scholarship Contributors David Torian Ciro Martins Dennis Shepard Kevin Majoros Federal Triangles Soccer Club 2009 In-Kind Contributors Leather Rack Town Danceboutique Skiviez Underwear ENVE Brand Caramel Fashion Enterprises Cha Cha Boy Swimwear Bang Salon Results Gym DC Sentinels District of Columbia Aquatics Club Burgundy Crescent Volunteers Michael Jordan
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The Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship is awarded to a self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) student-athlete who has made a contribution to the sport(s) he or she is a part of and, as a result of his or her contributions and involvement, has enhanced the perception of the LGBT community.

Awards are made to graduating high school seniors or current college students from the Washington, DC metropolitan area who will be/are attending a fully accredited two- or four-year college/university in the United States. Candidates should demonstrate dedication to both academic and athletic excellence, as well as show promise of serving as a positive role model as a lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender individual.

The Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship will provide $1,500 of financial support to offset the cost of educational expenses including, but not limited to, tuition, housing, board or books. A minimum of one scholarship will be awarded annually in June.

Click on the following links for more information, including eligibility criteria, instructions, and application:

• 2010 Scholarship Information & Application

August 2009 Update on the 2008 College Scholarship Recipients

Michael Hull
We were thrilled to have Michael come back and attend the 2009 scholarship reception. He is transferring this fall from Ball State to Virginia Tech, the same school that Clayton Miller, our 2009 recipient will be attending. Michael stated that the transfer was due to the fact that Virginia Tech has a business curriculum better suited to his needs. Michael spent the summer working and playing rugby with the Washington Renegades.

Danny Martinelli—Some words from Danny
I am very honored to have been one of the first recipients of Team DC's Student-Athlete Scholarship last year. But most importantly, I am very excited to see this year's candidate, Clayton Miller, receive the same award. Our community needs to acknowledge those that are making a difference and achieving dreams that are coming true! I am very disappointed, however, that I was unable to attend the scholarship ceremony this year. I was committed to present at a National Down Syndrome State Convention, in Charlottesville, as an advocate where almost 350 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities were fighting for their special education rights, in addition to the special needs bills that were being presented to legislators from the General Assembly to assure that every human being has the opportunity to live a life in peace, happiness, and love. I am currently still attending Marymount University as a third year student studying History Secondary Education. Unfortunately, I have decided to take a break from college swimming this year because I will be studying abroad at the American University of Rome during the Spring 2010 semester. I am very nervous, yet thrilled, to begin this journey to Europe; however, I believe many positive things will come out of this trip. In the meantime, to keep me focused on school and to keep me in shape, I have decided to swim for the District of Columbia Aquatics Club, DC's gay and lesbian swim team. I am expecting to meet new individuals that share the same lifestyle as me and to become a role model for many, both in and out of the water. Again, I want to congratulate this year's recipient and thank Team DC for all their continuous support in their hard efforts to level the playing field in today's world. 

Brittany Reynolds—Some words from Brittany
I had a successful freshman year of college at Virginia Commonwealth University, where I continued to play rugby. My team made it to the MARFU (Mid-Atlantic Rugby Football Union) playoffs and traveled to Shippensburg, PA where we faced the national champion of our division. For my academic achievements, I was inducted into the VCU chapter of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Overall I had a great first year. This year I hold the office of match secretary for my rugby team and have set up the entire Fall 09 season. I'm looking forward to another successful year on and off the field.

2009 Photo Gallery

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2008 Scholarship Recipients

Seated are scholarship recipients Danny Martinelli (left) and Brittany Reynolds (right)	Scholarship recipient Michael Hull	Scholarship recipient Danny Martinelli

Team DC is proud to announce that the recipients of our first scholarships are:

Michael V. Hull
Hometown: Reston, VA
H.S.: Langley High School (Class of 2008)
College attending: Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Sport(s) info/accomplishments: VA Northern Region Boy's Volleyball MVP (2007); VA Northern Region Boy's Volleyball Champions (2007); Four-time MVP & Captain of Langley Boy's Club Volleyball Team (2004-2007); Two-time Captain of Northern VA Volleyball Association Boy's Club
Team (2004-2005, 2006-2007)

Daniel (Danny) M. Martinelli
Hometown: Vienna, VA
H.S.: James Madison H.S. (Class of 2007)
College attending: Marymount University, Arlington, VA
Sport(s) info/accomplishments: Marymount University Men's Swimming (2007-2008); VA High School League Men's Varsity Swimming 2003-2007; SS/York Swim Club: 2003-2005; USS/Occoquan Swimming: 2001-2002.

Brittany E. Reynolds
Hometown: Alexandria, VA
H.S.: T.C. Williams High School (Class of 2008)
College attending: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
Sport(s) info/accomplishments: Rugby: 2007 – 2008; Fencing: 2003 – 2005; Judo:
2004

• View an article about the Team DC scholarship program in Sports Out Loud
• Photos by The Washington Blade maybe be found here.

2008 Photo Gallery

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