East Stroudsburg Softball Little League (ESSLL) is committed to supporting players both on and off the field.
As our athletes prepare for life after high school, we are honored to help them take the next step in their education.
The Coach Val Lichtenstein Memorial Scholarship was created to honor a beloved ESSLL coach whose kindness,
dedication, humor, and spirit inspired countless young athletes.
Proceeds from the annual Coach Val Memorial Tournament directly support this scholarship fund.
2026 Scholarship Details
The 2026 scholarship cycle will follow this timeline:
- Application opens: March 1, 2026
- Application closes: May 15, 2026 (11:59 PM Eastern)
- Decision period: Within one month after the application closes
- Notification of awardees: On or before June 30, 2026
- Scholarship disbursement: Within 60 days of award notification
- Number of scholarships: TBD for the 2026 cycle
- Scholarship amounts: TBD for the 2026 cycle
- Eligible institutions: Accredited colleges, universities, or trade schools
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the 2026 scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a member of the ESASD or Notre Dame High School Class of 2026
- Be a current or former ESSLL player in good standing
- Plan to attend college or trade school within one year of receiving the scholarship
Decision Process
The ESSLL Board uses a fair, anonymized review process:
- All essays are reviewed without identifying information
- Board members related to an applicant are recused from voting
- All decisions made by the ESSLL Board are final
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- A completed online scholarship application
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A thoughtful essay describing how you strengthen your community and embody Coach Val’s traits:
kindness, hard work, dedication, motivation, and sportsmanship