past reicpients of the ccn endowed scholarship

Joseph J. Scribi, UMass - Dartmouth ‘07

Nicholas J. Faivre, Merrimack College ‘08

Cory T. Brophy, Bentley University ‘10

Jeffrey R, Duggan, St. Lawrence University ‘13

Marta Hennigan, Montreat College ‘13

Brandon T. Miller, Springfield College ‘14

Patrick Heggi, Lasell College ‘15

Lauren R. Mason, Bentley University ‘17

Carolyn C. Brooks, St. Michael’s College ‘18

Andrew P. Flynn, Scottsdale Community College ‘18

Ryan C. Keim, Flagler College ‘18

Miles R. McMullen, The Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY ‘18

John H. Christian, Clemson University ‘19

Nolan A. Rothwell, Northeastern University ‘19

John Buckley, Providence College ‘20

Daniel P. Campbell, Elon University ‘20

Jennifer M. Keim, Tusculum University ‘20

Christopher Mangiafico, Bentley University ‘20

Matthew Mangiafico, Providence College ‘20

Aidan N. Westley, Massachusetts Institute of Technology ‘20

Thomas Zinzarella, Providence College ‘21

Ryan Primeau, Coastal Carolina University ‘23

Myles N. Walther, Virginia Tech ‘23

William Christian, Boston College ‘22

Justin Turbeville, Connecticut College ‘22

David Van Sickle, Worcester Polytechnic Insitute ‘22

Eilidh Gallien, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ‘24

Past Honorary Scholars

Benjamin E. Hogan, St. Leo University ‘08

Zachary Losordo, Dartmouth College ‘10

Connor D. Lockhart, Villanova University ‘11

Ryan R. Maguire, Northeastern University ‘11

Nathan H. Mead, Campbell University ‘12

Michael R. Quill, Johnson and Wales University ‘13

Christopher G. Doyle, High Point University ‘14

Peter W. Hennigan, Covenant College ‘15

Rachel M. Bernstein, UMass - Amherst ‘16

Rory J. O’Connor, UMass - Amherst ‘17

Kyle Burcin, Dartmouth College ‘19

Anna L. Dailey, Bucknell University ‘20

Ian C. DeArmond, Methodist University ‘20

Patrick Fazio, Providence College ‘21

Ryan Primeau, Coastal Carolina University ‘23

After Anthony Adelizzi addressed over 1,400 attendees, including former World No. 1 Ernie Els, the Francis Ouimet Fund president Dr. William Healy informed the CCN Endowed Scholar that they would be covering the entirety of his remaining college expenses for the year in what was an emotional moment. Mouth agape, Adelizzi dropped to a squat and put his hand on his forehead—when he rose, he was greeted with a handshake by Dr. Healy and then shared a warm embrace with Els and his wife Liezl.

Adelizzi, who, as a five-year-old, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and nonverbal learning disorder, has shown tremendous courage and determination to not let his situation define him, but instead empower him. The four-time major champion, Els, meanwhile, was recognized with the Ouimet Award for Lifelong Contributions to Golf, notably for his outstanding work with his foundation, Els for Autism. Symmetry brought the two together that April night.

“I’m hoping someone with autism might see my story and get inspired by it. If I can do it, you can do it. That’s the biggest thing to me,” said Adelizzi. His parents, John and Dianne, surrounded him with a team that could help him navigate the disorders, but he also believes the sport of golf played a pivotal role providing the confidence he needed. “[Golf’s] always been there for me.” He began playing at three-and-a-half. “It’s taught me a lot of life lessons: honesty, etiquette, having fun, and building friendships with other people.”

Adelizzi has made the most of his time at Methodist University. He made the President’s List, which honors those with a 3.90 GPA or better, since starting on the prestigious PGA Golf Management program in 2021. Any reservations he may have had about his ability to pursue higher education are certainly gone.

“The Ouimet Fund is proud of all that Anthony is accomplishing and that he will be an ambassador of our organization for years to come,” said Colin McGuire, the Fund’s Executive Director.

Adelizzi was nervous, but he persevered with an eight-minute speech, where he also thanked Cape Cod National Head Professional Zack Sweet for his mentorship. “With every challenging decision, there are valuable lessons to be learned,” he spoke. “Motivate yourself, get back up, and always listen to the people that care about you. Finally, if you ever meet someone that seems a little different, a simple hello can go a long way. It certainly did for me.”