The Rodney Ems Memorial Golf Scholarship recently announced seven Four Corners seniors are the recipients of its annual scholarships for 2026.
The scholarship recognizes both academic and athletic achievements of students pursuing higher education and awarded a total of $14,000 in scholarships this year.
Deaglan Denen, of Pagosa Springs High School; Celia Gallavan, Ian Hastey and Austin Romero, of Durango High School; Amita Crowley and Afton Unrein, of Montezuma-Cortez High School; and Julianne Vega, of Dolores High School, were the 2026 scholarship recipients.
They all played on the golf team at their high school and were awarded the scholarship after demonstrating a dedication to academic success, strong leadership qualities and service to the community.
The Rodney Ems Memorial Golf Scholarship is proud to recognize these seven exceptional student-athletes for their academic and athletic achievements. We are confident they will continue to excel in their academic pursuits, make a positive impact in their communities and maintain their love of the game.
Denen will be attending the University of Utah, where he plans to major in finance.
The Rodney Ems Memorial Golf Scholarship was established in honor of Rodney Ems, a passionate golfer and avid community supporter. Ems believed in the power of education and the values that golf instills.
The scholarship is open to student golfers who are seniors from a Colorado high school in the Four Corners. Applicants need to demonstrate their love of the game of golf and how it has had an impact on their lives.
The board of the Rodney Ems Memorial Scholarship appreciates the support of the sponsors, donors and participants in the annual golf outing, whose support makes these scholarships possible.
The fourth Annual 2026 Rodney Ems Memorial Scholarship golf outing will be held June 11 at Dalton Ranch Golf Club. For more information about the Rodney Ems Memorial Golf Scholarship, visit www.remsgolf.com or contact remsgolf@gmail.com.
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