Kamil Patel Memorial Scholarship
The Buffalo Rugby Club is accepting coaches nominations for the Kamil Patel Memorial Scholarship
The Kamil Patel Memorial Scholarship is a $2,000 maximum value award to be presented to a current HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR who plans to become a full-time college student and participate in rugby.
Coaches, now is your chance to show your appreciation for that one kid who you were counting on to make your season.
"Kamil was the exceptional individual who thrived on bringing people together. He always had a smile. He was inclusive, positive, supportive and eager for the next adventure. His joy of life and his love for people made him an unforgettable person within our rugby community. His ability to make those around him laugh and smile will never be forgotten." - Dannish Patel
Nominations will only be accepted from RugbyNY coaches. The winner will be chosen by NYS Rugby evaluators.
Past Winners
Year | Winner | Club | Nominated By |
|---|---|---|---|
2018 | Jason Messing | Grand Island Rugby | Dan Hagar |
2019 | Marcello Massone | Dwight School | Heidi Rubenstein-Brethel |
2020 | Omar Al-Jendari | Fairport Youth Rugby | Joe Kirsch |
2022 | Greyson Fesko | CNY Rugby Silverbacks | Patrick Scully |
2023 | Mia Popp | Orchard Park Rugby | Lisa Henrich |
RugbyNY is the governing body for youth and high school rugby in the state of New York. They are a member of USA Youth & High School Rugby's Northeast region and are an officially recognized State Youth Rugby Organization (SYRO) by USA Rugby.
RugbyNY is registered with the New York State Department of State as a not-for-profit corporation and is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.