In 1996, SportQuest (formerly Athletes of Good News) developed a unique award program that recognizes and rewards Christian athletes. More than 41,000 Christian athletes have been touched by the SportQuest Playing With Purpose program. Thousands of dollars in scholarships have been awarded and Christian athletes have received prestigious recognition on a national level through TV, newspaper and magazine coverage.

ENCOURAGE - and reward Christian student athletes for their athletic accomplishments, academic achievements, and boldness to impact their generation through a life of Christian character.

REINFORCE - the commitment of Christian student athletes to excel with integrity in every area of life.

PRESENT - the accomplishments of high school Christian student athletes to colleges and universities for potential scholarships and media outlets for national recognition.

CHALLENGE - athletes and coaches to become greater leaders by serving others.

Student Athletes that meet the scholarship criteria may be nominated for the scholarship in two ways:

1. Nominated by school, coach, youth pastor, parent, or others
The nominator simply informs the athlete of the scholarship and provides instructions of how to apply online. The nominator does not complete forms or paperwork. Helpful links to understanding the program include: benefits, time table of events and how to apply.

2. Peer or self nomination
To apply online, click here: online application

Applying athletes must meet ALL of the following criteria:

1. Currently a high school sophomore, junior or senior.
2. Maintains a minimum "C" grade average or higher.
3. Currently a varsity level athlete in one or more sports.
4. A committed follower of Christ who embodies the Playing with Purpose message.

Once an athlete receives the SportQuest Playing With Purpose scholarship information, he or she must complete the online application by March 1st. The application process is easy to complete. Please contact our office if you need help or have any questions. Each application will be reviewed by a selection committee and selected athletes will be placed into one of four categories:

1. SportQuest Playing With Purpose Athlete of the Year
2. SportQuest Playing With Purpose Regional Winner
3. SportQuest Playing With Purpose Regional 1st Team
4. SportQuest Playing With Purpose Honorable Mention

Each athlete placed into one of the four above mentioned categories are eligible to receive all the benefits listed in the benefits section.

This year, the SportQuest Playing With Purpose Scholarship program will award over $12,000.00 in scholarships for college tuition and SportQuest Domestic/International Expeditions.
SportQuest Playing With Purpose Scholarship Awards
National Athletes of the Year (top male and female applicant)	$1,500.00 College Scholarship $1,500.00 SportQuest Expedition Scholarship
West Regional Winner (top applicant)	$500.00 College Scholarship $300.00 SportQuest Expedition Scholarship
Midwest Regional Winner (top applicant)	$500.00 College Scholarship $300.00 SportQuest Expedition Scholarship
South Regional Winner (top applicant)	$500.00 College Scholarship $300.00 SportQuest Expedition Scholarship
East Regional Winner (top applicant)	$500.00 College Scholarship $300.00 SportQuest Expedition Scholarship
Indianapolis Regional Winners (top male and female applicant)	$500.00 College Scholarship $375.00 SportQuest Indianapolis Expedition Scholarship
San Diego Regional Winners (top male and female applicant)	$500.00 College Scholarship $375.00 SporQuest San Diego Expedition Scholarship

SportQuest provides qualified scholarship applicants a once in a lifetime opportunity to take the explosive combination of sports and missions to the world. SQ equips athletes to Play With Pupose! Click HERE for more information.