“Ken was dedicated to expanding the LGBTQ+ sports community. He worked tirelessly to grow the Sin City Classic and make sure all athletes were able to compete and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment,” said Sin City Classic co-Directors Larry Ruiz and Jason Peplinski. “The organizers of the festival created this award to honor a member of the LGBTQ+ sports community who shares Ken’s passion and exhibits all the traits that Ken embodied, including leadership, dedication, and community.”
The organizing committee of the Sin City Classic will determine the winner of the Ken Scearce Leadership Award based on the following criteria:
This individual is always a “team player” putting the needs of the team first;
This individual is dedicated to growing their sport within the LGBTQ+ community and has extended outreach to allies and other supporters;
This individual is passionate on and/or off the field and leads by example; and
This individual’s motivation is to give back to LGBTQ+ community, which is, first and foremost, what ultimately makes them a LEADER!
You can submit your nomination for the Ken Scearce Leadership Award here or via email by completing this form.
During his tenure as the Executive Director of the Sin City Classic, Scearce grew participation in the festival, while also expanding the number of social events that took place throughout the course of the weekend. He encouraged participation at all levels – from experienced to those who were new to sports – while providing a safe environment for athletes and fans to compete and connect. He also moved the Closing Night Party to the Promenade’s Brooklyn Bowl, where performers have included Deborah Cox and Kristine W, among others.
