Becky Desmond Memorial PATD Scholarship

2026-27 Becky Desmond Memorial PATD College Tennis Scholarship

For Philadelphia Area Tennis District (PATD) Residents Only: Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery Counties
PATD will award up to FOUR $3,000 College Scholarships to TENNIS PLAYERS GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL (OR EQUIVALENT) IN 2026

Please read all information carefully. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The actual application will be filled out after hitting "next" at the bottom of this page or you may print the PDF version below.

General Information:
1. The deadline for submission of the scholarship application and supporting information is May 17, 2026.
2. During this application, you will be asked to upload supporting information (Essay and Recommendation). Please have all of your supporting information available, as this form cannot be saved and must be completed in full. If you cannot upload the supporting information digitally, please email communications@ms.usta.com for assistance. If you cannot fill this out digitally, there are options for sending the application via mail.
3. Applicants receiving full-grant and aid scholarships for the sport of tennis from their respective schools or other sources are not eligible for a PATD scholarship.
4. Applicants must have participated in United States Tennis Association (USTA) and other organized youth tennis programs.
5. All applications and submitted materials become the property of PATD and will not be returned.
6. Recipients will be notified of acceptance, in writing, and will be required to return an official acceptance form with information regarding the college he or she will be attending, including a headshot photo (no photocopy) to be used for publicity.
7. Recipients of this PATD scholarship are expected to enroll as a full-time, undergraduate student, as defined by the institution the student will attend, no later than the opening fall semester or term after being selected for the scholarship.
8. Recipients of this PATD scholarship will be expected to participate on the tennis team, intramural program or any other college tennis program during the freshman year. Twenty hours of tennis-related community service will also be accepted.
9. The following circumstances require a written request sent to communications@ms.usta.com. Each written request will be reviewed and a determination made on a case-by-case basis:
  
  a. Deferment: If an award recipient is unable to enroll in the Fall of 2026, for any reason, a written request for deferment must be made to USTA MS PATD (communications@ms.usta.com). Failure to obtain approval to change or delay the use of the scholarship will lead to forfeiture of his/her right to the scholarship.
  
  b. Transfer: Should a scholarship recipient transfer to another college or university, a written request must be made. A transcript confirming that he or she is in good academic standing must also be included.
Description of Scholarship:
1. Applicant must be a high school graduating senior who has participated extensively and demonstrated leadership and/or sportsmanship in school and/or community tennis programs. In addition, academic achievements and volunteer activities are taken into strong consideration when reviewing applications.
2. The scholarship will be a one-time award.
3. Telephone, virtual and/or in-person interviews may be conducted as part of the PATD final selection process.
4. The scholarship will be paid directly to the college or university contingent upon participation on the tennis team, intramural, or any other college tennis program during the freshman year, including tennis community service. Documentation from the college coach or program director will be required after participation.
Submit the following material to substantiate the application process:
1. This electronic application is signed by the applicant and parent/guardian
2. A typed recommendation from the applicant's current tennis coach/program director. This recommendation may be electronically uploaded into this application.
3. A typed essay explaining how the applicant's participation in a tennis program has impacted his/her life. It should include, but not limited to, volunteer services, tennis-related activities, other activities, etc. The applicant should state their anticipated participation in a college- or community-related tennis program.
VIEW PDF VERSION:

2026 PHILADELPHIA AREA TENNIS DISTRICT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
DEADLINE: May 17, 2026
APPLICANT'S INFORMATION
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date

I. ESSAY & RECOMMENDATION

You must submit an essay (see below instructions) and a recommendation from your current tennis coach/program director to complete this application.
ESSAY - Please explain how your participation in a tennis-related program has impacted your life. And, tell us about yourself, for example: special mentors, volunteer services, tennis-related activities, other activities, etc. How do you see yourself participating in a tennis-related activity program at college or in your community?

Click to UPLOAD Essay File From Your Computer
Please type on separate paper/word document/pdf, scan/upload into this application. If you cannot upload, please email communications@ms.usta.com. Cancelof
Please upload your current tennis coach/program director's recommendation

Click to UPLOAD Recommendation File From Your Computer
Please have your current tennis coach/program director type or create a word document/pdf, scan and or upload into this application. If you cannot upload, please email communications@ms.usta.com. Cancelof

II. EDUCATIONAL & TENNIS BACKGROUND
High School Information*

High School Name

Street

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Guidance Couselor's Name*
Guidance Counselor's Phone Number*
Graduation Date*
MM/DD/YYY
Cumulative Grade Point Average*
College Entrance Test Scores:
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
American College Test (ACT)
List any scholarships, honors, awards received while in High School*
List extracurricular activities in which you have participated*
List volunteer activities*
List tennis accomplishments or awards you have received*
List any other varsity or club sports in which you have participated*

III. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
Name of College/University you plan to attend*
College/University Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
2-year Program4-year Program
Estimated Tuition per academic year*
What academic major will you pursue*

IV. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
YESNO
What year did you receive the award?
Name of Award
Please list any other college and/or tennis scholarships that you have applied for*
V. TENNIS PARTICIPATION
NJTL - # of years*
High School - # of years*
Club/Organization - # of years*
Please let us know if you have participated in any additional USTA Programming and how long you have participated.
Ex: Junior Team Tennis (JTT), Gold Cup, or USTA Tournaments
YESNO
USTA Membership #
USTA Ranking (mark n/a if not available)*

National Ranking

Sectional Ranking

District Ranking
Special Tennis Awards*
Program or School Name*
Director/Coach Name*
Director/Coach Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Director/Coach Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Applicant's Signature*

Clear
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/Guardian Signature*

Clear

ESSAY - Uploaded from your computer to this online application formRECOMMENDATION - Uploaded from your computer to this online application form
If you need to submit your info via email, please send it to communications@ms.usta.com.

If you need to submit your info via mail, please send it to:

Sue Ridgeway
478 Lexington Ave.
King of Prussia, PA 19406
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2026-27 Becky Desmond Memorial PATD College Tennis Scholarship

2026 PHILADELPHIA AREA TENNIS DISTRICT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

APPLICANT'S INFORMATION

I. ESSAY & RECOMMENDATION

II. EDUCATIONAL & TENNIS BACKGROUND

III. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

IV. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

V. TENNIS PARTICIPATION