McDonough’s 2025-26 Scholars

McDonough awarded $225,010 to 98 eligible scholars for academic year 2025-26.

These scholars represent 40 New Hampshire golf courses and country clubs,
and are attending 68 colleges and universities throughout the country.

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Connor Allard
Abenaqui Country Club
Loyola University Maryland
Class of 2027

Andrew Arndt
Souhegan Woods
Coastal Carolina University
Class of 2027

Liv Arvidson
Lochmere Country Club
University of New England
Class of 2027

2025 Robert C. Erb, Sr. Scholarship Recipient

Kaiden Bateman
Keene Country Club
Fort Lewis College
Class of 2028

Benoit “Ben” Beaudoin
Laconia Country Club
New England College
Class of 2028

2025 Thomas L. DiFonzo Scholarship #2 Recipient

Beatrice Beskar
Manchester Country Club
Virginia Polytechnic Institution and State University
Class of 2029

Stella Beskar
Manchester Country Club
Fairfield University
Class of 2027

Owen Blood
The Country Club of New Hampshire
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2029

Rylee Boucher
Concord Country Club
Southern New Hampshire University
Class of 2026

Benjamin Britton
Baker Hill Golf Club
University of Pittsburgh
Class of 2029

2025 Alex Gissler Memorial Scholarship Recipient

Carter Browning
Passaconaway Country Club
Western New England University
Class of 2029

Emma Burbank
Concord Country Club
Endicott College
Class of 2026

Isabella “Bella” Carey
Nippo Lake Golf Club
Quinnipiac University
Class of 2027

Luke Cassell
Exeter Country Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2027

Gordon Chau
Maplewood Golf Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2027

Brayden Cole
Nashua Country Club
Babson College
Class of 2027

2025 John Wirbal Scholarship Recipient

Aiden Conrad
Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club
Clark University
Class of 2026

2025 Bob Erb, Jr. Scholarship Recipient

Andre Contreres
Concord Country Club
Bryant University
Class of 2029

Noah Covell
Waumbek Country Club
Coastal Carolina University
Class of 2029

Ivan Dodge
Passaconaway Country Club
Roger Williams University
Class of 2028

Owen Dodge
Passaconaway Country Club
Roger Williams University
Class of 2028

Samuel Dodge
Manchester Country Club
University of Tampa
Class of 2028

Ethan Doherty
Atkinson Country Club
Keene State College
Class of 2026

Owen Doherty
Atkinson Country Club
Plymouth State University
Class of 2027

Bailey Doyle
Sky Meadow Country Club
High Point University
Class of 2027

Nathan Dube
Montcalm Golf Club
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Class of 2029

Jackson DuBois
Portsmouth Country Club
University of Maine
Class of 2027

Grace Fellows
Colebrook Country Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2028

2025 High-Clark Scholarship Recipient

Maggie Fernandes
Apple Hill Golf Course
University of Mississippi
Class of 2026

2025 Stan Lencki Scholarship Recipient

Benjamin Flaherty
Manchester Country Club
University of Alabama
Class of 2028

John Flaherty
Owl’s Nest Resort
Vanderbilt University
Class of 2028

Luc Gagnon
Abenaqui Country Club
Campbell University
Class of 2026

2025 Jim Sheerin Scholarship Recipient

Silas Garland
Abenaqui Country Club
University of New England
Class of 2026

2025 Dr. George T. Bottomley Scholarship Recipient

Courtney Giroux
Portsmouth Country Club
Boston College
Class of 2028

Jake Haley
Abenaqui Country Club
Brown University
Class of 2027

2025 Pauline Elliott Scholarship Recipient

Peter Haley
Abenaqui Country Club
St. Lawrence University
Class of 2026

Leah Haskins
Bald Peak Colony Club
Plymouth State University
Class of 2027

2025 Macomber-Bird Scholarship Recipient

Nev Haugh
Portsmouth Country Club
University of Maine
Class of 2029

Nicholas “Nick” Hewey
Concord Country Club
Norwich University
Class of 2027

Annabelle Holmes
Abenaqui Country Club
Sacred Heart University
Class of 2029

Tyler Howe
Hoodkroft Country Club
Southern NH University
Class of 2026

2025 Dr. Robert Elliott Memorial Scholarship Recipient

Connor Jaworski
Abenaqui Country Club
University of Florida
Class of 2029

Sarah Jenness
Concord Country Club
Endicott College
Class of 2026

2025 Pope Scholarship Award Recipient

Madison “Maddy” Kniphfer
Portsmouth Country Club
Liberty University
Class of 2026

Max Leahy
Concord Country Club
University of Connecticut
Class of 2027

Jake Lessard
Derryfield Country Club
University of Arizona
Class of 2029

Olivia “Liv” Levitsky
Portsmouth Country Club
Elon University
Class of 2031

Maeve Lyttle
Nashua Country Club
Rivier University
Class of 2027

William “Will” Mace
Nashua Country Club
Plymouth State University
Class of 2029

Aiden McGinley
Golf Club of NE
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2027

Camden “Cam” McGonigle
Concord Country Club
University of South Carolina
Class of 2026

Michael McMaugh
Waukewan Golf Club
University of Maine
Class of 2029

Read Merrill
Concord Country Club
Bentley University
Class of 2027

Samuel “Sam” Mize
Laconia Country Club
New Hampshire Technical Institute
Class of 2027

Scott Monroe
Eastman Golf Links
University of Notre Dame
Class of 2027

2025 Eastman Golf Links Scholarship Recipient

Ethan Moody
Dublin Lake Golf Club
Bob Jones University
Class of 2029

Graydon “Grady” Moore
Owl’s Nest Golf Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2029

Nina Morel
Owl’s Nest Resort
University of Virginia
Class of 2027

2025 Tracy Wyles Scholarship Recipient

Delaney Nadeau
Portsmouth Country Club
Monmouth University
Class of 2028

Daniel O’Connor
Manchester Country Club
Sacred Heart University
Class of 2026

Ryan O’Connor
Nashua Country Club
Elon University
Class of 2028

Michael Palmer
Bald Peak Colony Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2026

2025 Bald Peak Colony Club Scholarship Recipient

Samantha Patel
Cochecho Country Club
Fairfield University
Class of 2029

Lauren Pelletier
Manchester Country Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2028

Cole Perra
Abenaqui Country Club
University of Massachusetts – Amherst
Class of 2027

2025 Phil Friel Scholarship Recipient

Ayla Perry
Colebrook Country Club
Southern New Hampshire University
Class of 2028

Sarah Potter
Pembroke Pines Country Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2027

Emerson “Emy” Pryzbylski
Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club
University of Connecticut
Class of 2028

Zachary “Zach” Puga
Owl’s Nest Resort
Methodist University
Class of 2026

2025 David J. Pollini Scholarship Recipient

Jack Razzaboni
Nashua Country Club
University of Rhode Island
Class of 2029

2025 Rick Mahoney Scholarship Recipient

Charles “Charlie” Reeve
Country Club of New Hampshire
Syracuse University
Class of 2028

Cole Reeves
Nashua Country Club
University of North Carolina Charlotte
Class of 2029

Kaycie Rhodes
Manchester Country Club
Rivier University
Class of 2029

Aidan Roberts
Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club
University of Maine, Orono
Class of 2029

Sebastian Roberts
Bald Peak Colony Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2029

2025 Arnold and Carol Haynes Family Scholarship Recipient

Jack Robinson
Lake Sunapee Country Club
Suffolk University
Class of 2028

Brody Rollins
Laconia Country Club
University of Rochester
Class of 2028

2025 Thomas L. DiFonzo Scholarship #1 Recipient

Sarah Rousseau
Derryfield Country Club
University of Maine
Class of 2027

Carter Rowley
Cochecho Country Club
Marist College
Class of 2026

Jack Saladino
Omni Mount Washington Resort
Coastal Carolina University
Class of 2029

Alexa Schlager
Portsmouth Country Club
University of Alabama
Class of 2029

Patrick “Pat” Schwamb
Manchester Country Club
Providence College
Class of 2027

Samuel “Sammy” Silverwatch
Whip-Poor-Will Golf Club
University of New Hampshire
Class of 2029

Aidan Simister
Passaconaway Country Club
SUNY Cobleskill
Class of 2029

Courtney Smith
Portsmouth Country Club
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Class of 2027

2025 Mitchell Scholarship Recipient

Beckett Sobel
Montcalm Golf Club
University of Richmond
Class of 2029

Peyton St. John
Derryfield Country Club
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Class of 2026

2025 Walter T. Phillipy Scholarship Recipient

Addyson “Addy” Stadler
Baker Hill Golf Club
Merrimack College
Class of 2026

2025 New England Senior Golfers' Association Scholarship Recipient

Austin “AJ” Struble
Abenaqui Country Club
Great Bay Community College
Class of 2029

Morgan Summerton
Newport Golf Club
Colby-Sawyer College
Class of 2028

2025 Dartmouth-Sunapee Upper Valley Scholarship Recipient

Charles “Charlie” Sununu
Sagamore-Hampton Golf Club
Colorado School of Mines
Class of 2029

Samuel Timmer
Keene Country Club
Calvin University
Class of 2027

2025 Jim Kinhan Directors' Excellence Award

Grace Verde
The Oaks Golf Links
Stonehill College
Class of 2026

2025 Pastrick Scholarship Recipient

Hannah Verville
Concord Country Club
Keene State College
Class of 2028

2025 Rich Thibeault Scholarship Recipient

Avery Von Kadich
Lochmere Country Club
University of Maine – Presque Isle
Class of 2028

Rylie Walker
North Conway Country Club
Stanford University
Class of 2028

2025 Tom Mulkern Scholarship Recipient

Taylor Wilson
Cochecho Country Club
Wheaton College
Class of 2027

2025 Wilson-Kurtz Family Scholarship Recipient

Cameron Wishart
Pease Golf Course
Norwich University
Class of 2029

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The Robert C. Erb Sr. Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Liv Arvidson of Lochmere Golf & Country Club, who is attending University of New England, Class of 2027.

The Thomas L. DiFonzo Scholarship

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 2025 recipient of the DiFonzo -2 Scholarship is Benoit Beaudoin of Laconia Country Club, who is attending New England College, class of 2028.

The Alex Gissler Memorial Scholarship

Endowed by the members of Baker Hill Golf Club in his memory and as an outstanding young man and loyal employee, the scholarship is awarded on an annual basis to a young man or woman employed at Baker Hill Golf Club.

The 2025 recipient is Ben Britton of Baker Hill Golf Club, who is attending University of Pittsburgh, Class of 2029.

The John Wirbal Scholarship

Established by the members of Nashua Country Club in his memory, and in recognition of John Wirbal’s 40-plus years of service as Head Professional.  The Wirbal is awarded annually to a current employee of Nashua Country Club who has need for financial assistance, has demonstrated outstanding character, and high academic achievement.”

The 2025 recipient is Brayden Cole of Nashua Country Club, who is attending Babson College, Class of 2027.

The Bob Erb, Jr. Scholarship

Endowed in 2021 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 2025 recipient is Aidan Conrad of Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club, who is attending the Clark University, Class of 2026.

The High-Clark Scholarship

Established in 2022, this scholarship was endowed by Richard High, a former McDonough scholar, and his late wife of over forty years, Joyce Clark. Richard and Joyce were both psychologists and for each, education was a life-changing experience. They hope this scholarship will help do the same for a dedicated and deserving student. Financial need, academic achievement and a career involving service to others will be the three essential considerations in awarding this scholarship. This scholarship is open to all McDonough scholars, but the first priority will be given to candidates from Cheshire County.

The 2025 recipient is Grace Fellows of Colebrook Country Club, who is attending University of New Hampshire, Class of 2028.

 

The Stan Lencki Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Maggie Fernandes of Apple Hill Golf Course, who is attending University of Mississippi, Class of 2026.

The Jim Sheerin Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Luc Gagnon of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending Campbell University, Class of 2026.

The Dr. George T. Bottomley Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Silas Garland of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending the University of New England, Class of 2026

The Pauline Elliott Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Jake Haley of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending Brown University, Class of 2027.

The Macomber-Bird Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Leah Haskins of Bald Peak Colony Club, who is attending Plymouth State University, Class of 2027.

The Dr. Robert Elliott Memorial Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Tyler Howe of Hoodkroft Country Club, who is attending Southern NH University, Class of 2026.

The Pope Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Sarah Jenness of Concord Country Club, who is attending Endicott College, Class of 2026.

The Eastman Golf Links Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Scott Monroe of Eastman Golf Links, who is attending University of Notre Dame, class of 2027.

The Tracy Wyles Scholarship

This fund was established in 2022 by the membership of Bald Peak Colony Club, in honor of the late wife of club manager Chris Wyles.  The intent of the Tracy Wyles scholarship will be to provide financial assistance to a deserving student who has demonstrated the desire to pursue a future career in one of the many fields that Tracy was passionate about.  The scholarship is open to all McDonough scholars, but the first priority will be given to staff members at Bald Peak Colony Club, followed by other students from the greater New Hampshire Lakes region.

The 2025 recipient is Nina Morel of Owl’s Nest Golf Club, who is attending University of Virginioa, Class of 2027.

The Bald Peak Colony Club Scholarship Recipient

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

The 2025 recipient is Michael Palmer of Bald Peak Colony Club, who is attending University of New Hampshire, Class of 2026.

The Phil Friel Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Cole Perra of Abenaqui Country Club, who is attending University of Massachusetts – Amherst, Class of 2027.

The David J. Pollini Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Zach Puga of Owl’s Nest Golf Club, who is attending Methodist University, Class of 2026.

The Rick Mahoney Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Jack Razzaboni of Nashua Country Club, who is attending University of Rhode Island, Class of 2029.

The Arnold and Carol Haynes Family Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Sebastian Roberts of Bald Peak Colony Club, who is attending University of New Hampshire, Class of 2029.

The Thomas L. DiFonzo Scholarship

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 2025 recipient of the DiFonzo – #1 Scholarship is Brody Rollins of Laconia Country Club, who is attending University of Rochester, class of 2028.

The New Hampshire Senior Golf Association Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Courtney Smith of Portsmouth Country Club, who is attending Virginia Tech, Class of 2027.

The Walter T. Philippy Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Peyton St. John of Derryfield Country Club, who is attending the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Class of 2026.

The New England Senior Golfers’ Association Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Addy Stadler of Baker Hill Golf Club, who is attending Merrimack College, Class of 2026.

The Dartmouth-Sunapee Upper Valley Scholarship

Endowed by Joseph and Kimberly Henley in December of 2023, this scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving scholar who is attending a four-year college or university, and who has worked in some capacity at a golf course in the general Sunapee-Upper Valley region of New Hampshire.

The 2025 recipient is Morgan Summerton of Newport Golf Club, who is attending Colby Sawyer College, Class of 2028.

The Jim Kinhan Directors Excellence Award

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 2025 recipient is Sam Timmer of Keene Country Club, who is attending the Calvin University, Class of 2027.

The Pastrick Scholarship

The Pastrick Scholarship was endowed by Scott and Courtney Pastrick, members of Bald Peak Colony Club.

The 2025 recipient is Grace Verde of The Oaks Golf Links, who is attending Stonehill College, Class of 2026.

The Rich Thibeault Scholarship

Concord Country Club’s members and Rich Thibeault’s friends generously contributed toward funding the Rich Thibeault Scholarship Fund upon his retirement as the Club’s PGA professional in 2021. The fund pays tribute to Rich’s many years of service to the members and guests of Concord Country Club, as well as recognizing his loyal support of the McDonough Scholarship Foundation. Rich designated his named scholarship be awarded to a Concord Country Club scholar who has demonstrated specific need for financial aid, as determined by the Scholarship Committee. If no such Concord Country Club candidate exists, the award will be given to another candidate who best meets the criteria for the academic year.

The 2025 recipient is Hannah Verville of Concord Country Club, who is attending Keene State College, Class of 2028.

The Tom Mulkern Scholarship

Endowed in 2023 by Dan and Amy Mulkern to honor Tommy Mulkern’s many decades at the helm of hospitality businesses in NH, including more than 20 years’ operating Wentworth Resort Golf Club in Jackson.  Tommy was instrumental in guiding the early careers of numerous young people who went on to become successful golf professionals, golf course superintendents, and restaurateurs.  The scholarship is awarded annually to an applicant with financial need, and who is employed at a golf course in the Mount Washington Valley area. 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 2024 recipient is Rylie Walker of North Conway Country Club, who is attending Stanford University, Class of 2028.

The Wilson Kurtz Family Scholarship

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 2025 recipient is Taylor Wilson of Cochecho Country Club, who is attending the Wheaton College, Class of 2027.