BMX Racing in the USA — Bicycle Motocross

The Bob Warnicke Memorial Scholarship Program

The Bob Warnicke Memorial Scholarship Program was established in 1995 to honor the memory of the National Bicycle League’s late vice president. Bob passed away Nov. 16, 1994, at the young age of 48 years old. Bob played a very active role in NBL BMX for 10 years and was well known for his leadership role and for his many efforts in promoting the sport. He became a licensed cruiser rider at the age of 39. In 1985, he also became an NBL track representative. Bob served as a district commissioner in 1986 and 1988, and held the position of treasurer in 1987. From 1989 to 1992, he was the New Jersey state commissioner. Bob joined the NBL’s Board of Directors as a member-at-large in 1992. He was elected vice president the following year. Bob’s many contributions improved the sport and the image of the NBL throughout the years. He will best be remembered for his instrumental role in bringing NBL BMX to millions of viewers through the airing of the “Road to Glory Series” on ESPN2 and ESPN. His accomplishments in television promotion resulted in his being named the NBL’s Volunteer of the Year at Competition Congress in 1994. More than anything else, Bob was a person who cared deeply about the NBL and the sport of BMX. His dedication showed his commitment to the youth who benefited from his efforts. The Scholarship Program preserves Bob Warnicke’s legacy of love by contributing to the futures of deserving NBL members in his name.

PURPOSE: The NBL/Bob Warnicke Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to assist students and their families in meeting the costs of undergraduate college education, trade school, etc.

ELIGIBILITY: Members who have a current NBL competition license or officials license and have participated in BMX racing events sanctioned by the NBL for at least one year.

DEADLINE: Must be postmarked by December 1

HOW AWARDED: The award will be presented to the recipient at Competition Congress. The actual check will be sent directly to the Financial Aid office of the recipient’s intended school.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify for consideration for the grant, a student must:
1. Be a high school graduate/or attending a post secondary school at the time of application.
2. Be accepted and plan to attend an accredited post secondary school as a full-time or part-time student for the complete award year.
3. Be an active member or official of the National Bicycle League, with participation either locally or nationally.
4. Be a current, active licensed official and have worked local or national races during the past year.