As Lakeshore Sports Science and Performance Center (SSPC) celebrates one year of providing athletes an unrivaled training experience, SSPC is constantly looking for new opportunities to reach even more adapted athletes. With this in mind, SSPC is thrilled to announce its new Athlete Services Scholarships.
These scholarships will give more adapted athletes access to SSPC’s cutting-edge, breakthrough science that has helped many athletes accomplish goals and reach new levels of their athletic capabilities. All scholarship opportunities provide free SSPC services to the recipient, and some scholarships also cover other costs, such as travel and accommodation to SSPC’s facilities on Lakeshore Foundation’s campus in Birmingham, AL.
Not sure if this is the right opportunity for you? Keep reading to learn more about SSPC, the scholarship program and how this opportunity could give you the competitive edge you’ve been looking for.
What is SSPC?
SSPC offers world-class training and personalized guidance to athletes of all levels and abilities. Its expert team and state-of-the-art facility are designed to help athletes break barriers, accomplish goals and reach new heights in their athletic journey. SSPC was established to combat disability inequity in sports science. It is at the forefront of disability sports, combining cutting-edge science with expert guidance to empower all athletes to achieve extraordinary results.
At SSPC, every athlete starts with a performance assessment, customized to meet your needs. From there, a personalized plan can be created. Each plan is designed to reach your specific goals, which our team of experts help you implement. We focus on three primary areas:
- Strength & Conditioning (including rest and recovery)
- Nutrition
- Mental Performance
SSPC doesn’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every athlete’s journey is unique, and their training plan should be as well. With a focus on individual needs and goals, SSPC’s personalized training plans are designed to unleash every athlete’s unique potential.
Why SSPC?
Athletes are at the heart of everything SSPC does, so why not let them tell you?
“As I’m training for the Paralympics, I need to really focus and hone in on my energy on how I get to Paralympics and hopefully how I get on the podium. These resources are going to help me get there.”
Annika Hutsler, multi-sport Para athlete
“What makes SSPC different really is the people. There is just a culture of people here that care about the adaptive athlete and their goals. It’s a feeling that you don’t get everywhere you go.”
Ahkeel Whitehead, Paralympic track and field athlete
“When I started to hone in on more than just getting better at my sport — actually taking care of my body, working to get stronger, putting the right things in my body and keeping my mind healthy — is really what gave me the edge. It can be super helpful for athletes looking to transition into a higher level of performance.”
Bailey Moody, Two-time Paralympic wheelchair basketball medalist
Scholarship FAQs
Who is eligible to apply?
All individuals who meet the following criteria are eligible:
- Athletes applying for a residency scholarship must reside in the United States.
- Individuals must be a current athlete training for or competing in a sporting event.
- Individuals must have a disability that meets the USOPC’s eligibility classifications.
- Individuals must be 14 years old or older.
What scholarships are available?
There are three types of scholarships available: Residency, Champion and All-Star. For more information on what each scholarships includes, visit www.lakeshore.org/sports-science-performance-center/athlete-services-scholarship
What if I’ve never been to SSPC or Lakeshore before?
Apply! SSPC’s Athlete Services Scholarships are open to all athletes with disabilities that meet the criteria, even if they’ve never used SSPC or Lakeshore services before.
How do I apply?
Visit www.lakeshore.org/sports-science-performance-center/athlete-services-scholarship for more information and to apply.