Scholarships & Awards
Dr. Steve (z”l) and Evelyn Rosen Stars of Tomorrow Scholarship Program
Honoring the Past, Building the Future
The Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation is proud to sponsor the Dr. Steve (z”l) and Evelyn Rosen Stars of Tomorrow Scholarship Program High School Academic and Athletic Scholarship Program.
Steve Rosen was inducted into the Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation in 2009. Steve was a high school track star who won the county championship in the high jump and was the runner-up in the 180 yard hurdles. At the University of Michigan, he competed on the track team. As a varsity trackman, he placed in many dual meets and several invitational meets, and participated in the Big Ten Championships. He lettered in track at the University of Michigan in 1971. He went on to graduate from Wayne State Medical School and practiced Radiology from 1978-2006. He was a starter for the U.S.A. basketball squad in the 35-and-over division of the Maccabiah International Games in Israel in 1993. Steve continues to be involved with Michigan track as an official for the University of Michigan track program.
The Dr. Steve (z”l) and Evelyn Rosen scholarship program strives to build athletes for today’s competitive and academic environment. While not every athlete will make it to the big leagues, all who are recognized will have shown the passion and promise that personifies members of the Michigan Jewish Sports Hall of Fame, such as Hall of Fame Class of 2009 inductee, Steve Rosen.
This one-of-a-kind scholarship program is designed to assist Jewish High School Seniors who have dedicated themselves to achieving outstanding academics while also accomplishing and competing at the highest athletic level. Candidates will be judged by many factors including financial need, athletic, academic achievement, community service, and extra-curricular activities.
Every now and again there is an athlete that transcends the game. The Michigan Jewish Sports Hall of Fame’s first inductee, Hank Greenberg, whose dynamic life and legendary career in baseball, was just such an athlete. The Tiger great had the admiration of his teammates and his fans. When Hank grew up playing sand lot ball there were no baseball camps, training regimens or organized youth teams. He would play from sun up to sun down, honing his skills and sharpening his talents.
This Year’s Recipients
DANE ZEFF
Dane Zeff is a graduate of Wylie E. Groves High School, where he graduated with a 4.6 GPA while completing a rigorous schedule of AP coursework. As a student athlete he competed in football and track & field for all four years, helping his football team reach the state semifinals and qualifying for the state track meet as a member of his relay team. He was honored with the Unsung Hero Award in recognition of his perseverance and commitment in football. This fall, Dane will attend Elon University continuing his academic journey while pursuing new opportunities for growth and involvement.
RYAN REINSTEIN
Ryan Reinstein is a graduate of Frankel Jewish Academy, where he excelled both academically and athletically. He graduated with a 3.9 GPA and competed on the school’s cross-country and bowling teams. Ryan served as captain of the cross-country team during both his junior and senior years. He was also honored with the Coaches Award in bowling during both his junior and senior years and was named All-Academic in the Catholic League.
ETHAN TIGAY
Ethan is a graduate of Bloomfield Hills High School and an incoming student at The Ohio State University, where he will study accounting at the Fisher College of Business. A dedicated student-athlete, Ethan has distinguished himself through academic achievement, leadership, and his commitment to both golf and ski racing. He was a member of the National Honor Society and earned Scholar-Athlete recognition in both sports. Ethan became a four-year member of the Bloomfield Hills High School Golf Team, including two years on varsity, and helped his team compete at the Michigan State Championship in 2025.
Stars of Tomorrow Past Recipients
2025
- Asher Langwell
- Avi Meltser
2024
- Blaine Cohen
- Adam Nothstine
2023
- Merrick Michaelson
- Clay Hartje
- Marnie Jacobs
- Jenner Leib
- Kaytlyn McPherson
2022
- Zachary Margolis
2019
- Gabriel Berke
- Morgan Leib
2018
- Gabe Cohen
- Ari Eizen
2017
- Allison Bloomberg
- Matthew Blackman
- Jordyn Cranis
- Emma Green
- Melissa Strome
2016
- Cameron Berke
- Jared Char
- Joshua Goldberg
- Michael Gould
- Alexis Michael
- Brendon Newman
- Ryan Rabinowitz
- Marc Sable
- Molly Wiener
JN Athlete of the Year Scholarship
The highly competitive Jewish News High School Athlete of the Year awards are based on outstanding athletic achievement by male and female Jewish high school athletes from Michigan. Presented in conjunction with the Detroit Jewish News, our recipients have traditionally been graduating seniors recognized for their career accomplishments. Students can nominate themselves, be nominated by a coach and/or parent, or be nominated based on research conducted by the MJSF selection committee.
Jewish News High School Athlete of the Year
MICAH ZACKS
Micah Zacks was a four-year varsity athlete in soccer, ice hockey, and lacrosse at Detroit Country Day School and earned All-State recognition in all three sports, including First Team All-State honors in both soccer and lacrosse. A senior captain of both the soccer and hockey teams, Zacks helped lead Country Day over his career to three state championships (two in lacrosse and one in soccer), eight regional championships, and over 200 team wins across the three sports. In the 2025 Division 3 soccer state final, he capped off his senior season with two goals and an assist in a 4-1 win. Off the field, he carried a 4.00 unweighted GPA, was named a National Merit Commended Scholar, received the 2026 MHSAA/Farm Bureau Insurance Scholar-Athlete Award, and was honored with the Detroit Country Day Men’s Athletic Cup, the top student-athlete award at the school.
ALEXANDER “XAN” SCHEINFIELD
“Xan” Scheinfield grew up playing Little League baseball in the Franklin Baseball League, where he first discovered his love for the game. He began his travel baseball journey with the Franklin Patriots before continuing his development with the Michigan Bulls and the Ohio Warhawks. His coach helped elevate the lefthander to a top velocity of 94 mph.
Never losing sight of his culture, Xan considers his most meaningful experiences to be representing his community in the Maccabi Games from 2023–2025. A four-year varsity letter recipient, Xan is now continuing his baseball career at Michigan State University.
JN Athlete of the Year Past Recipients
2025
- Sawyer Cooney, Bloomfield Hills High School
- Avery Gach, Birmingham Groves High School
- Grace Kleinfeldt, Frankel Jewish Academy
- Natalie Weissman, West Bloomfield High School
2024
- Cami Katzen
- Aaron Rose
- Ryan Rose
2023
- Ella Blank
- Clay Hartje
- Noah Adamczyk
2022
- Sarah Calanchi
2019
- Danielle “Elle” Hartje
- Mikaela Schulz
- Danelle Wolfe
- Josh Nodler
2018
- Jessica Stone
- Benjamin Jacobson
2017
- Alexa Hartje
- Jacqueline Spizizen
- Jackson Ross
2016
- Eliza Brown
- Marc Sable
2015
- Jonathan Rader, Bloomfield Hills High School
- Emily Fisher, Detroit Country Day
- Griffin Mertz. North Farmington High School
2014
- Dylan Deitch, Bloomfield Hills
- Jacob Rothman, Berkley
- Marlee Rothman, Berkley
- Nikki Wald, North Farmington
2013
- Jake Slobin , Farmington Hills Harrison High School
- Jennica Lurie, East Lansing High School
- Molly Gelb, Ann Arbor Huron High School
2012
- Rachel Bergman, Detroit Country Day
- Sydney Glanz, Walled Lake Central High School
- Max Kollin, North Farmington High School
2011
- Elizabeth Gelb, Ann Arbor Huron
- Stephen Slobin, Farmington Harrison
2010
- Matthew Felsenfeld
- Jason Zucker
- Allie Stein
2009
- Abigail Cohen, Cranbrook Schools
- Eric Fishman, Cranbrook Schools
- Eric Glanz, Walled Lake Central
2008
- Dustin Goldenberg, West Bloomfield High School
- Janelle Greene, Pioneer High School
- Mathew Broder, Cranbrook Kingswood
- Danielle Dulberg , Seaholm High School
2007
- Jake Clark, Bloomfield Hills Lahser
- Marissa Ash, Cranbrook/Kingswood
2006
- Gabriel Schubiner, Cranbrook/Kingswood
- Andrea “AJ” Roberts, Cranbrook/Kingswood
- Ross Tashjian, Catholic Central
- Nurit Weizmam, Ann Arbor Huron
2005
- Seth Sanders, Ann Arbor Pioneer
- Rebecca Nyquist, Cranbrook Kingswood
- Meredith Milstein, West Bloomfield High School
2004
- Emily Jaffee, North Farmington High School
- Samuel Siegel, Birmingham Seaholm
2003
- Emily Taxe, Andover High School
- Matthew Field, Ann Arbor Greenhills
2002
- Kacee Must, Cranbrook/Kingswood
- Gary Rosenberg, West Bloomfield High School
2001
- Ashley Abramson, West Bloomfield High School
- Jack Gitler, Berkley High School
- Jordan Gruber, Birmingham Groves
2000
- Sloan Eddleston, Cranbrook/Kingwood
- Kimberly Spauldling, Farmington Harrison School
1999
- Blake Boesky, Farmington Harrison
- Bradley Jaffee, North Farmington High School
- Britni Must, Cranbrook/Kingswood
1998
- Matthew Ishbia, Birmingham Seaholm
- Jodie Rosenberg, West Bloomfield High School
1997
- Carey Chicorel, West Bloomfield High School
- Jerod Lutz, Andover High School
1996
- Nikki Berlin, Berkley High School
- Storm Kirschenbaum, Birmingham Groves
1995
- Stacy Young, West Bloomfield High School
- Brian Gurwin, Farmington Harrison High School
1994
- Abielle Schwartzberg, Berkley High School
- Jared Miller, Andover High School
- Ryan Fried, Berkley High School
1993
- Craig Colton, Andover High School
- Beth Peisner, Detroit Country Day
1992
- Gabrielle Kepes, Berkley High School
- Jason Horwitz, North Farmington High School
1991
- Ed Wolkind, Detroit Country Day
- Heather Davis, Berkley High School