Thomas A. Brady, MD Comeback Scholarship Award in USA
The Thomas A. Brady, MD Comeback Scholarship Award recognizes outstanding high school student-athletes in Indiana who have demonstrated exceptional perseverance by overcoming significant injury or adversity and returning to excel in their sport. Established by the Forté Orthopedic Research Institute, the annual scholarship celebrates determination, resilience, and athletic achievement.
Each year, one male and one female student-athlete are selected to receive a scholarship and are honored during the IHSAA Foundation Impact Awards banquet.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United States
- Scholarship Name: Thomas A. Brady, MD Comeback Scholarship Award
- Organized By: Forté Orthopedic Research Institute
- Degree Level: High School
- Eligible Subjects: All Subjects
- Scholarship Value: $1,500
- Number of Awards: 2
- Eligible Nationality: Domestic Students
- Eligible State: Indiana
- Application Deadline: February 13, 2027
Degree Level
The scholarship is available for:
- High school students
Available Subjects
Students from all academic disciplines may apply, provided they meet the athletic and eligibility requirements.
Benefits
Recipients of the Thomas A. Brady, MD Comeback Scholarship Award will receive:
- A scholarship worth $1,500
- Recognition as one of Indiana's outstanding student-athletes
- Invitation to attend the IHSAA Foundation Impact Awards banquet
- Recognition for overcoming injury or adversity while excelling in athletics
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to:
- Domestic students in the United States
Applicants must be enrolled in a high school located in Indiana.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a high school student-athlete in Indiana.
- Have overcome a significant injury or personal adversity.
- Demonstrate outstanding performance after returning to competition.
- Be nominated by their high school.
- Each high school may nominate one male and one female student-athlete.
- Meet all criteria established by the Forté Orthopedic Research Institute.
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following:
- Completed nomination form
- Up to two letters of recommendation
- Supporting information requested in the nomination form
Photographs, newspaper articles, highlight videos, and other supplemental materials should not be included.
Application Process
To apply for the scholarship:
- High school administrators, coaches, athletic directors, trainers, families, or community members identify an eligible student-athlete.
- Complete the official nomination form.
- Each high school may submit one male and one female nominee.
- Attach up to two letters of recommendation.
- Submit the completed nomination before February 13, 2027.
- Selected recipients will be honored at the IHSAA Foundation Impact Awards banquet in April.
Why Apply for the Thomas A. Brady, MD Comeback Scholarship Award?
This scholarship recognizes more than athletic talent—it celebrates resilience, perseverance, and determination. It rewards student-athletes who have faced difficult challenges, recovered from setbacks, and returned stronger both on and off the field. Along with financial assistance, recipients receive statewide recognition for their inspiring achievements.
