The Erie SeaWolves have announced that applications are now being accepted for the 2027 Chace Numata Scholarship, which supports local student-athletes who demonstrate leadership, teamwork and a positive impact on those around them.
Courtesy of the Erie SeaWolves
The scholarship, established in memory of former SeaWolves catcher Chace Numata, has awarded 81 scholarships over the past seven years through the SeaWolves Community Fund. The organization will once again award a minimum of $5,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors participating in varsity baseball or softball.
Recipients will be selected based on athletic accomplishments, contributions to their teams and the positive influence they have had on others.
To be eligible, applicants must be college-bound high school seniors currently playing varsity baseball or softball in Erie or Crawford counties, plan to attend a four-year college or university in the fall of 2027, maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and demonstrate qualities of good sportsmanship, teamwork and kindness. Participation in collegiate athletics is not required.
The application deadline is February 16, 2027. Additional information, application details and a list of past recipients can be found through the scholarship webpage.
The scholarship honors Chace Numata, a switch-hitting catcher for the Erie SeaWolves and Double-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. Numata died during the 2019 season at the age of 27. Remembered by teammates and fans as a leader both on and off the field, he played 10 professional seasons in the Phillies, Yankees and Tigers organizations.
Community members can support the scholarship fund through donations to the SeaWolves Community Fund or by purchasing #LiveLikeNumi T-shirts, with proceeds benefiting the scholarship program.