In memory of a great contributor to, and pillar of, the Scottish United Soccer Club, the club will be calling for applications annually for a $1,500.00 scholarship to be awarded to a Scottish United player who:

  • Played with Scottish United in their Under 17 / 19 year, and;

  • Competed with Scottish United for two or more consecutive seasons, and;

  • Is confirmed as an undergraduate student-athlete (soccer, and in any year of eligibility) at an approved and recognized post-secondary university or college, and;

  • Has used a year of collegiate or university player eligibility in the year in which the award is granted.

Additionally, the recipient will evidence outstanding athletic participation, demonstrated leadership qualities, involvement in volunteer activities, commitment and dedication, passion and love for the sport of soccer. Donations may be made to this scholarship fund if so desired. All donors will be recognized annually.

Before applying, please review the relevant Application Rules & Regulations. The deadline for application is January 15 of the applicable year.

A panel will be assembled to assess all the applications, and make the award no later than March 30 of the applicable year. The scholarship will be reviewed periodically at the discretion of the Board of Directors. 


2018 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship Recipient - Mackenna ParksCongratulations on being awarded the Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship which honours Coach Baretta, a true lover of soccer. His memory lives on in all who embrace a lifetime love…

2018 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship Recipient - Mackenna Parks

Congratulations on being awarded the Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship which honours Coach Baretta, a true lover of soccer. His memory lives on in all who embrace a lifetime love and commitment to the game of soccer. He represented all that is good in our sport. Mackenna plays for the University of Alberta Pandas in USport, and is a coach with Scottish United U12 Girls.

2016 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship Recipient - Gabby BayneCongratulations on being awarded the Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship which honours Coach Baretta, a true lover of soccer. His memory lives on in all who embrace a lifetime love an…

2016 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship Recipient - Gabby Bayne

Congratulations on being awarded the Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship which honours Coach Baretta, a true lover of soccer. His memory lives on in all who embrace a lifetime love and commitment to the game of soccer. He represented all that is good in our sport. Gabby plays for the @CUE_Athletics Concordia Thunder Women's Soccer Team who recently won BRONZE at the @ACAC_Sport Provincials!


2015 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship Recipient - Tianna GroeneveldTianna Groeneveld (right), Scottish United 1997 Team Jones, is awarded the 2015 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship - Congratulations Tianna! Pictured here with Karen Baretta.

2015 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship Recipient - Tianna Groeneveld

Tianna Groeneveld (right), Scottish United 1997 Team Jones, is awarded the 2015 Claudio Baretta Memorial Scholarship - Congratulations Tianna! Pictured here with Karen Baretta.

Inaugural Recipient - Laura D'Andrea, 2013Freshman Starter, 2012 Concordia Thunder National Silver Medal Team (3 scholarships)ACAC Player of the GameACAC Provincial Silver MedalMember Grant MacEwan University Griffins Soccer (3 scholarships)Captain …

Inaugural Recipient - Laura D'Andrea, 2013

Freshman Starter, 2012 Concordia Thunder National Silver Medal Team (3 scholarships)

ACAC Player of the Game

ACAC Provincial Silver Medal

Member Grant MacEwan University Griffins Soccer (3 scholarships)

Captain 2008 Alberta Summer Games Silver - ASA Select Team

Scottish United 94 Provincial Gold (3) Silver (2) Bronze (1)


We appreciate the generosity of the following donors in supporting the Baretta Memorial Scholarship.

2012

Mr. Joseph and Marina Filice

Mr. Barry Joines

Mr. Tullio and Justina Filice

Mrs. Karen Baretta

Mr. Tony and Carol D'Andrea

Mrs. Beverly Morrice

2013

Alberta Soccer Association (ASA) in Recognition of Kevin Scullion, 

Mark Piekarczyk and Scott Clarke who received the 2012 ASA Special Award of Merit.