Family Establishes HBCU Scholarship in Honor of Legendary DeKalb Coach Buck Godfrey
The family of legendary DeKalb coach Buck Godfrey has established an HBCU scholarship in his honor.
Atlanta, GA, September 18, 2026 —
The family of Buck Godfrey, a coach recognized for his legendary status in DeKalb, has announced the establishment of a new scholarship. This initiative is specifically designed to support students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
The scholarship has been created to honor the legacy and contributions of Buck Godfrey. Further details regarding the specific name of the scholarship, the exact amount of financial aid it will provide, or the particular HBCU institutions it will benefit were not immediately available.
The exact timeline for when the scholarship will become active or how recipients will be selected has not been publicly disclosed. Information about the process for application or nomination also remains to be detailed.
Buck Godfrey is remembered as a legendary figure in DeKalb’s coaching history. His influence extended beyond the field, and this scholarship aims to continue that impact by providing educational opportunities for future generations pursuing higher education at HBCUs.
The absence of specific financial figures or operational details means that the scope and immediate impact of the scholarship are yet to be fully determined by the public. The family’s effort represents a move to invest in the future of students attending HBCUs while memorializing the coach’s enduring legacy in the DeKalb community.
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