McDonough’s 2023-24 Scholars

Funded on an annual basis by the New Hampshire Golf Association in honor and appreciation of the late Pauline’s efforts on behalf of the NHGA.

The 2021 recipient is Haley Brown of Concord Country Club, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

This scholarship was endowed by David Wilson, a long-time Board member of the McDonough Scholarship Foundation, in memory of his late wife, Marcia Wilson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a young man or woman who works for Cochecho Country Club. The recipient will be a scholar who is entering his or her sophomore, junior or senior year in college. The award will be based primarily on a combination of academic achievement and financial need, with interest in golf as a secondary consideration.

The 2021 recipient is Sarah Carroll of Cochecho Country Club, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

Endowed in his memory by the Philippy family. Walter was a 48-year veteran of Derryfield Country Club and an advocate of young peoples’ involvement in the game of golf. The scholarship is awarded on an annual basis to a deserving candidate employed at Derryfield Country Club or a Manchester, NH golf club.

The 2021 recipient is Abigail Conrad of Derryfield Country Club, who is attending the University of Connecticut.

Endowed by ten present and former members of the Colony Club and awarded annually to an employee of the club.

The 2021 recipient is Joseph D’Ambruoso of Bald Peak Colony Club, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

Endowed by the Bottomley family and the Fuller Foundation in his memory and awarded annually to an employee of Abenaqui Country Club or a club in the New Hampshire seacoast area.

The 2021 recipient is Robert DeVito of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

Endowed by Bob’s family and friends in recognition of his longtime service as a Board member and past President of the McDonough Foundation. As a born and bred New Hampshire golfer and avid supporter of the McDonough Foundation, he took great pleasure in watching McDonough scholars succeed. This scholarship is awarded annually to a young man or woman of any New Hampshire Golf course who has demonstrated the same love and respect of the game of golf that Bob embodied every time he stepped on the course.

The 2021 recipient is Christopher DeYoung of Apple Hill Golf Club, who is attending the University of New England.

Endowed his wife and his son in recognition of his longtime support of the education of New Hampshire youths and their involvement in the game of golf. Awarded annually to a young man or woman who has demonstrated outstanding character and academic achievement.

The 2021 recipient is Hannah Drew of Bretwood Golf Course, who is attending the University of Hartford.

Endowed by the members of the Eastman Golf Links, the scholarship is awarded annually to a young man or woman employed by the club who has clear financial need. In addition, he or she will have demonstrated high academic achievement and a record of service to his or her school or community.

The 2021 recipient is Logan French of Eastman Golf Links, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

Endowed by the Abenaqui Country Club membership and friends of Mr. Sheerin in honor of his many years of service as head golf professional and director of golf. A longtime supporter and board member of the McDonough Foundation and committed to introducing young people to the game of golf as illustrated by his caddie program and youth golf camps. The scholarship is awarded on an annual basis to a deserving candidate employed at Abenaqui Country Club or another Seacoast area golf course.

The 2021 recipient is Tristan Hamilton of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending St. Lawrence University.

Endowed by the Kingswood Golf Club members and friends of Mr. Pollini in his honor, upon his retirement, of his 39 years of service as head professional at Kingswood Golf Club. The scholarship is awarded annually to an employee of Kingswood Golf Club or an employee of a Lakes Region golf course.

The 2021 recipient is Jacob Jensen of Kingswood Golf Course, who is attending Northeastern University.

Funded on an annual basis by the McDonough Foundation in honor of one of the great gentlemen of New Hampshire golf. The scholarship is awarded annually to an outstanding McDonough scholar who intends to pursue a career in the golf industry.

The 2021 recipient is Ripken Kimball of Concord Country Club, who is attending the University of Massachusetts – Amherst.

Funded on an annual basis by the NESGA and awarded on an annual basis to a McDonough senior scholar who has demonstrated, over their previous three years, ongoing academic excellence, continuing financial need, and extracurricular participation.

The 2021 recipient is Kacie Leach of Nashua Country Club, who is attending Endicott College.

Established and endowed in memory of Arnold and Carol Haynes by their three children, the scholarship is awarded annually to an employee of Bald Peak Colony Club who exhibits high character and meets the eligibility requirements of the McDonough Scholarship Foundation. The scholarship was established in 2021 in recognition of Arnold and Carol Haynes’ love of the Bald Peak Colony Club. If no scholarship is awarded in any given year, the annual earnings will be added to the principal balance of the fund.

The 2021 recipient is Erik Madden of Bald Peak Colony Club, who is attending Wentworth Institute of Technology.

Endowed by present and former Directors of the McDonough Foundation in memory of Jim Kinhan and awarded on an annual basis to a scholar who has shown academic achievement together with outstanding citizenship and community involvement.

The 2021 recipient is Murray Mahoney of Nashua Country Club, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

Endowed by the New Hampshire Senior Golf Association and awarded annually to an employee of any New Hampshire Golf Course who has demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to the game of golf.

The 2021 recipient is Matthew Marino-Babcock of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending the University of New Hampshire.

Endowed by the New Hampshire Golf Association in his memory and in recognition of his many years of service to the New Hampshire golfing community. The scholarship is awarded annually to the college senior scholar with the highest cumulative grade point average through his or her previous work.

The 2021 recipient is Ellen McKenna of Nashua Country Club, who is attending St. Michael’s College.

Funded on an annual basis by the membership of Concord Country Club in memory of the former University of New Hampshire golf coach and Concord Country Club member.

The 2021 recipient is Taylor Monterio of Concord Country Club, who is attending University of Rhode Island.

Established in 2020, this scholarship was endowed by Grace and Jerry Bird in honor of Grace’s parents, George and Ann Macomber, who were long time members of the Bald Peak Colony Club. The scholarship is awarded annually to an employee of Bald Peak Colony Club who has demonstrated outstanding character and service to the club.

The 2021 recipient is Wyatt Parsons of Bald Peak Colony Club, who is attending Bentley University.

Endowed by the Manchester Country Club membership together with friends of Mr. Lencki in honor of his 50 years of service to the club. The scholarship is awarded annually to a young man or woman who has demonstrated a specific need for financial aid as determined by the Scholarship Committee.

The 2021 recipient is Karissa Roberts of Colebrook Country Club, who is attending the Plymouth State University.

Endowed by the McDonough Foundation in honor of Mr. Mahoney’s 25 plus years of service as director of the Foundation and chairman of the Scholarship Committee. The scholarship is awarded annually to a young man or woman who is a resident of Nashua, NH and is employed at a New Hampshire golf course.

The 2021 recipient is Kiera Shattler of Nashua Country Club, who is attending Hofstra University.

Endowed by members of Laconia Country Club and awarded, on an annual basis, to an employee of Laconia Country Club who has shown the financial need and a commitment to his or her ongoing education.

The 2021 recipient is Sam Stafford of Laconia Country Club, who is attending New Hampshire Technical Institute.