Scholarships

The Athletic Boosters Club is proud to sponsor the Michael Harris Athletic Scholarships. Amounts will vary each school year contingent on funds. For school year 2025-2026, the Athletic Boosters Club will award two (2) scholarships each in the amount of $250 (for a total of $500) to two individuals that are upcoming graduates of Martinsville High School. 

About the Michael Harris Athletic Scholarships
In memory of our beloved former Vice President, Michael “Big Mike” Harris, the Martinsville High School Athletic Boosters Club is proud to award scholarships to two outstanding student-athletes (one male and one female) who demonstrate dedication, sportsmanship, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field. Michael Harris was a class of 2003 honor graduate at Martinsville High School. He participated in football, basketball, and track & field as well as held a weightlifting record for the school. Michael also played a huge role in helping rebuild the Athletic Boosters Club from the ground up after the COVID pandemic. We truly wouldn’t be where we are today without his dedication and passion for our student-athletes. Even with a busy work schedule, Michael always made time to volunteer—especially at our fundraising events and in the concession stand. If you’ve ever stopped by for a hotdog or nachos during a game, you would look forward to his homemade chili! People came for the game but stayed for Michael's chili and warm smile. He made sure the kids ate, even if he had to pull from his personal pocket!

His passion, his laughter, and his love for the Athletic Boosters Club will be missed more than words can say.

 

Scholarship Requirements: 

  • Must be a senior at Martinsville High School and graduating in Spring 2026.
  • Must complete application and submit essay PRIOR to deadline March 30, 2026
  • GPA Requirement: 2.5
  • Must have participated in at least one VHSL sport at Martinsville High School for a full season.
  • Complete an Essay (500-750 words) on the following topic: The Role of Athletics in Shaping My Character - How Sports Shaped Who I Am Today.
    • Please note that essays will be checked for plagiarism and AI-generated content. We value originality and want to hear your genuine story, written in your own voice.

Click link below to apply and submit scholarship application:

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