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Two Hamden Students Awarded Hood Scholarships
The students, from Sacred Heart Academy and West Woods Christian Academy, were among three in the state chosen by the New England dairy producer.
Two Hamden students were among 18 high school seniors awarded $5,000 Hood® Sportsmanship™ Scholarships presented by Hood Milk during a ceremony at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, May 20.
Three high school seniors from each of the six New England States – Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont – were honored for their integrity and sportsmanship on and off the playing field.
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Of the three chosen from Connecticut, two are from Hamden. They are Erin Hillis, a student at Sacred Heart Academy who will attend the College of the Holy Cross, and Matthew Powers, a West Woods Christian Academy student who will attend Quinnipiac University.
HP Hood received more than 2,500 entries and 10 finalists in each state were determined by a general public vote, which was followed by in-person interviews by a panel of judges who identified the top three in each state.
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“We were impressed by the quality of applicants that we received and overwhelmed by their commitment to good sportsmanship on the field, in the classroom and in their communities,” said Lynne Bohan, Hood spokesperson. “We wish each student – and all of the applicants – the best of luck as they start their college career.”
New England Patriots guard Logan Mankins presented the scholarships and spoke to students about the importance of good sportsmanship. The winners were also given a private tour of Gillette Stadium.
Hood Milk awarded a total of 18 $5,000 college scholarship for a total of $90,000.
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