Hludik Named Recipient of Mainers David M. Ahern Memorial Scholarship
SANFORD - The Sanford Mainers are pleased to announce Mollie Hludik as the winner of the David M. Ahern Memorial Scholarship for the 2021 year.
Hludik, a Sanford native, was named the recipient of the $2,100 scholarship to be applied to her post-secondary education. She will be attending the University of Southern Maine beginning this fall, majoring in Nursing.
Hludik said she chose USM for its reputable nursing program, while also offering affordable education and being close to home. She also hopes to stay involved in community service while enrolled.
“I like to help people and make a difference and that is why I think nursing will be a great fit for me,” Hludik said. “One goal of mine is to be a traveling nurse so I can see and experience other places and cultures while continuing my career.”
Hludik graduated from Sanford High School in May and was a member of the Spartans soccer program for all four years, while also participating as a member of the track and field and basketball teams her first three years. She also served on the board of directors for the school’s Key Club community service organization, including as president from her sophomore to senior years.
“David [Ahern] was a true leader on and off the field,” Chairman of the Mainers Board of Directors, Jacob Ouellette said. “Mollie has shown us that she exemplifies the values of this scholarship and the Mainers are thrilled to be a part of her journey as she pursues her goals at USM.”
The David M. Ahern Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a Sanford High School student for continuing their education after graduation and is named after former player David Ahern (2010), who passed away suddenly in 2016. The scholarship is based on financial need, extra-curricular activities, demonstrated leadership skills and academic strength. The $2,100 amount was inspired by the No. 21 jersey Ahern wore during his contribution to the Mainers.
More information about the scholarship can be found on the Mainers website at sanfordmainers.com.
About the Sanford Mainers:
Sanford Mainers Baseball is Southern Maine's Premier Baseball Experience located in Sanford, Maine and is one of 14 members of the New England Collegiate Baseball League, as well as a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2001, playing its first season in 2002. The Sanford Mainers are committed to providing an outlet for collegiate baseball players from across the country to assist in skill development, while also acting as a community partner to the Southern Maine region in regard to youth activities, internships, volunteerism, and more. The Mainers are two-time league champions, taking home the title in 2004 and 2008. For more information on the Sanford Mainers, please visit our website at www.sanfordmainers.com or follow on Facebook at facebook.com/sanfordmainers or on Twitter and Instagram at @sanford_mainers.
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