Athletics Program Receives Sport Opportunity Grant From NJCAA Foundation
Posted June 16, 2025 at 9:00 amThe National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Foundation has awarded Pennsylvania Highlands Community College with a Sport Opportunity Grant for the upcoming academic year.
This $2,000 grant will assist in the development of the Men’s and Women’s Wrestling programs at Penn Highlands, which are slated to begin competition in Fall 2025.
“We are deeply grateful to the NJCAA Foundation for awarding us the grant,” stated Sue Brugh, Director of Student Activities & Athletics. “Their generosity is sincerely appreciated and will make a positive impact on our student-athletes, many of whom are new to Pennsylvania Highlands Community College.”
Wrestling will be the eighth sport offered at Penn Highlands since athletics were re-introduced at the College in 2010. The others include Men’s Basketball, Women’s Volleyball, Softball, Men’s and Women’s Bowling, Cross Country, and Golf, and co-ed Esports.
Black Bears Athletics play a vital role in higher education by promoting teamwork, discipline, and student engagement. At Penn Highlands, athletic programs foster personal growth and provide opportunities for students to excel both academically and athletically.
The college’s participation in athletics follows the NJCAA’s commitment to providing a competitive environment that supports student-athletes in achieving their full potential while emphasizing the importance of education and sportsmanship.
“The NJCAA Foundation is excited to further support the growth of NJCAA member colleges and the sport programs they offer through the NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant,” stated Andrew Givens, NJCAA Foundation Executive Director. “The ability to provide this funding is a testament to the importance and growth of two-year collegiate athletics. The NJCAA Foundation looks forward to this initiative’s impact as NJCAA member colleges continue to create opportunities for student-athletes across the country.”
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About NJCAA Foundation
The mission of the NJCAA Foundation is to enhance the NJCAA national organization, student-athletes, member colleges and local communities through financial support, scholarships, program initiatives, and community service.