APGA Scholarship Essay Contest

NOTE* PLEASE READ ALL DIRECTIONS IN ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING.

An educational grant will be awarded to the female and male essay winners. Grade levels 9-12 are strongly encouraged to apply.

DEADLINE: Sunday, August 1, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

PROMPT: In both sports and life, how we handle success and failure often reveals more about our character than the outcomes themselves. True sportsmanship is not just about playing by the rules—it’s about showing respect, humility, and integrity whether you win or lose.

Write a 500-word essay in which you explore the importance of sportsmanship, focusing on what it means to win with grace and lose with dignity. Consider how these values apply not only in athletic competition but also in everyday life—school, work, and personal relationships. Use specific examples from real-life events, history, sports, or your own experiences to support your ideas.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Submission must be no more than 500 words. Double Spaced with 12" Font Size Please submit using PDF Format. Title Submission: "Dallas: First Name Last Name- Grade Level" Please upload your submission below. If unable to upload, please email your essay to Abbie Kludt (abbie@apgatour.org)