The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) marked its annual Sports Scholarship Day this spring with celebrations at its Bradenton and Erie campuses, recognizing the impact of its valued professional sports partnerships.
On March 28, 2026, the Bradenton campus honored 65 student recipients in the presence of representatives from the Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Tampa Bay Rays, and New York Yankees. Their collective generosity contributed $167,652 to the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund.
On April 11, the Erie campus recognized 69 students, joined by representatives – and mascots – from the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland Browns, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Their combined support resulted in an additional $364,350 in scholarship funding.
These enduring partnerships continue to play a vital role in supporting students pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and podiatry. View highlights from the Erie ceremony here: