Honoring high school athletes who inspire greatness on and off the field

I began playing football during my freshman year. I broke my wrist my sophomore year at the beginning of the season, and in the state Semifinal Round my junior year, I tore my MCL and PCL. I was always behind the 8-ball in my football career, and there was always a new challenge in my way, but through hard work and my love for the game, I rose above these obstacles, and I plan to help my team go back to the state final and win it this time around. Through my trials and tribulations, I try to inspire my teammates that if I can overcome lack of experience and injuries, they can aswell! During the football season, I’ve been preaching to my teammates that there are levels to working hard. Some people think they are working hard, but in reality, they are not. I try to encourage them to push past their comfort zone and strive for a little bit more because as humans we limit ourselves when we are capable of doing the “impossible”. 

I demonstrate leadership in the community by arranging clean up at local parks, volunteering to assist neighbors with snow and leaf removal, and putting together clothes and food donations to those less fortunate. 

I demonstrate leadership in the classroom by providing positive feedback to my peers, by showing up to school daily facing the challenges that are presented to me head on no matter how hard things get and practicing teamwork during group assignments so everyone can share their strengths and skills. I am always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone that might be in need. 

Honor Roll, 3.5 GPA 

2x North Group 5 State Champions, 3 Year Varsity Player 

Overcoming Injuries, Being a role model to youth. 

Picking up my teammates when they are down 

Setting a good example 

Doing my work 

Honor roll 

Team rookie of the year 

Being someone my teammates can look up too 

I lead the team with good energy I have a good positive communication I help pick people up when they need it I set a goal that I want to achieve and try to achieve that goal 

I’m open minded I listen and try new things if something doesn’t work I encourage others to do the right thing 

I do what I’m told and I do my stuff on time I lead as a role model so that people can look up to me such as paying attention in class being there on time sitting in the front and getting work done. 

I’m taking two college classes a lot of people don’t get into them. It is not easy.  I have a decent gpa 

I have been fighting for the staring spot on the field and finally got it I have also become a captain over my 3 years on varsity football very big achievement 

Definitely being a captain for the football team I get to be a leader not only on the field but also in the classroom people look up to me. I am also accomplished of maintaining a job. 

I demonstrate leadership in many ways. One way i really excel is when things start to go south I tend to stay composed and bring everyone back to the right track and level headed 

I demonstrate leadership in the community by volunteering for things, esports coaching. The bonds you can build with the kids is truly something special and helping them become better and better leaders is what I love to do. 

I demonstrate leadership in the classroom by always participating and making sure I stay on task with the work. 

Advisor of many clubs, Good grades 

All conference 

I am proud of the person I’ve become 

I encourage my teammates to have fun, play the game with respect and take criticism. I lead by example by helping underclassmen and showing respect to my opponents. 

I encourage kids like me to participate in a positive way in our community. Doing that will inspire the youth. 

The classroom is very important and pride myself by being on time and letting my classmates know that education and learning is essential to life. 

So far in my academic career I have obtained a 2.7 GPA, worked in my school store, participated in the Rutgers RUBY program and I’m in the top 35% of my class 

I’ve played 3 years of HS football as well as one year of both indoor and outdoor track 

I’m proud of myself for obtaining my drivers permit and my first car 

Communication is the key.  Our team is not about one single player. The goals of the team outweigh the goals of an individual teammate. 

Volunteering is a big part of our program. This program would not be where we are now if it didn’t start with our Pop Warner football program. Visiting the younger players, helping them and encouraging them in practice is a tradition we try to continue. 

I demonstrate leadership by being a role model to the team. I don’t skip class. I help my teammates study. I have a strong work ethic and try to encourage my teammates to do the same. 

I am apart of many academic clubs including Honor Society, international club, and Math League. In addition, I am currently on track to become the Salutatorian of the class of 2025. 

I am a three sport athlete for all 4 years of high school while maintaining a high GPA. I have been a leader on the lacrosse field my whole life, becoming a starting varsity defender in 9th grade. I am also recognized as the only female in General Brown High School history to have scored a touchdown. 

My personal accomplishments are being able to become a well-rounded individual who is able to play sports, maintain a high GPA, have a part time job and still make time for friends and family. 

I have always been the first in to the locker room and the last to leave. My coach has a philosophy, HYDA HYDE, how you do anything is how you do everything. I try to do everything the same way. I know that when I do all the small stuff the right way, then I will do the bigger stuff the right way too. I never miss an offseason workout, attend all football functions, help out the younger players on the team when they need assistance, be a voice of reason in the locker room, and play as hard as I can on every play. 

I try to give back to the youth in my community by volunteering to help them at local youth football clinics. I remember when older kids used to help me when I was young and I want to do the same for them. I also applied to the Nassau County Law Enforcement Exploring Program and was accepted to be part of their Junior Police Academy. I want to be a police officer when I get older and want learn what it is like to give service to my community on a larger scale. I help deliver food to the elderly with this program and we go to schools to talk to children about Bully Prevention 

I have been diagnosed with ADHD, OCD and a speech impediment that has given me some adversity in the classroom. However, I have learned how to be a self advocate, learned to understand my learning disabilities and with the help of teachers, coaches and my dad, I have overcome these adversities to be on pace to graduate from high school with my class and with a great average. I also owe so much to my dad. I had lived with my mom in the Bronx until 10 years ago, and then he took me in with my grandma and gave me a loving home here. It was a tough adjustment at first but it ended up being the best thing for me. 

Principal’s Honor Roll, Graduating in June 2025 

2 year Varsity Football Starter on the defensive line 

Awarded “Red Bandana” Award for Week 1 of 2025 season that goes to student athlete who most exemplifies the spirit of courage and sacrifice 

I love playing football because of how much of a team sport it is. I love hyping my teammates up before and during games, and as a quarterback I have to lead them out on the field. I demonstrate leadership by believing in all of my teammates and pushing them all to be their best. 

I am involved in many different clubs and activities, so I am able to make connections with many groups in my community. I take part in theater and musical programs where I can practice being in front of a crowd, along with playing on varsity teams where people are watching. I love making connections with others and I am never afraid to speak up and help someone in need. 

In the classroom, I love asking questions when I don’t understand something, and I enjoy helping others when they have questions. In group projects I lead my peers, talking with everyone to be on the same page and work together. In class debates and discussions I enjoy voicing my opinions and backing other people when they may stand alone. 

I am a part of my class’s Baker’s Dozen, which is the top 13 in the class (out of 423). I was accepted into National Honors Society for my academic excellence, and I earned my advanced regents diploma in both math and science. 

Two time sectional champion for volleyball, along with 1 league title and 2 all-league honorable mentions. For flag football, I was part of the first section III sectional championship win, received the 1st team all-league award, and 2nd team all-CNY award. 

I took AP Physics my junior year which was a very challenging course but I really wanted to take it, and I was able to succeed in the class with lots of work put into it. 

I strive to make my teammates better everyday and inspire them to keep going just like me while I battle cancer. 

On my off day every Sunday I help my club lacrosse coach by coaching the younger players. 

Even if I miss a day because of chemo my priority is my school work so I work with my teachers to make sure I’m properly prepared for my absence. 

Despite what I am going through my teachers would describe me as a hard worker and a good student 

2 sport varsity athlete since sophomore. 

Although I was diagnosed with LCH in June of 2024 and am undergoing chemotherapy weekly. The things that keep me going are sports and I am so grateful that I can still play both sports. 

I try to pick up my teammate when I can. I never get down on any of teammates because in my opinion that’s not what being a teammate is about. 

I try to be the most respectful and kind young man I can be. 

I get my work done and try help others if they need any help. 

Honors, scholar athlete award, multiple academic awards through the years. 

Johnny Kent Jr Award. For being considered the ultimate teammate 

I’m most proud of becoming a part of my community.