BenGlassLaw Awards Scholarship to Soccer Referee Sydney Lojek

FAIRFAX, VA – The legal team at BenGlassLaw has awarded the 2026 BenGlassLaw Referee and Umpire Leadership Scholarship to Sydney Lojek, a dedicated young soccer referee from the area. Lojek, who will receive $2,500 to support her upcoming studies at Northwestern University, was selected for her outstanding commitment to community service and her proactive approach to solving the local referee shortage. Her story of mentorship and leadership resonated with the firm, which believes that such dedication can shape a young person's professional path. Lojek, who plans to continue officiating during college, has already scouted youth soccer leagues in Evanston, Illinois, to stay involved. She is interested in economics, legal studies, and the pre-medical track, and she remains passionate about helping young athletes build confidence on the field. Ben Glass, founder of BenGlassLaw, is also a longtime referee and author of the book YOU, A Teenage Soccer Referee, which offers advice from his decades of experience. The scholarship is part of BenGlassLaw's commitment to fostering leadership in young officials. The firm, a Northern Virginia-based law practice specializing in personal injury and disability claims, proudly supports Lojek as she embarks on her collegiate journey. For more details, visit the original source.

The BenGlassLaw Referee and Umpire Leadership Scholarship is open to students with referee experience who have found innovative ways to apply those skills professionally. Lojek's initiative in addressing the referee shortage not only helped her community but also honed the leadership qualities that impressed the selection committee. Her ongoing dedication to the sport and to mentoring others exemplifies the values the scholarship aims to promote. BenGlassLaw, led by Ben Glass, who has spent 51 years refereeing youth and high school soccer, understands the importance of officials in sports and the skills they acquire, such as handling pressure and making quick decisions. The firm's support of Lojek reflects its broader mission to empower individuals and communities. As Lojek transitions to college, she carries with her the lessons learned on the field and the firm's best wishes for her future success.