The Varsity Flag Football launched a new tradition when all team members recently surprised a teacher or staff member who they felt had a positive, lasting impact on them during their academic and athletic careers, with a special Flag Football team shirt.
The team, said Varsity Coach Michael Tepper, wanted to show the connection and impact these special people had on their lives.
Honored were:
High School
Robert Abate by Running Back Avery Wingen
Kara Anderson-Winchell by Middle Linebacker Jaida Macaluso
Jill Buffington by Outside Linebacker Audrey Defazio Schultz
Jenna Conklin, by Running Back Ava Downing
Andrew Covais, by Center Ava Semco
Nichole Gaucher by Quarterback Aalliyah Sommella
Martin Greco by Center Catherine Cucuzza
Rob Hindsley, by Receiver Kylie Depeau
Jenna McElroy by Receiver Mikia Nash
Jordan Mootz, by Running Back Kate O’Neill
Keith Quackenbush by Receiver Ariana Juncaj
Stephanie Snyder by Receiver Bri Juncaj
Mark Sweatlock by Outside Linebacker Samantha Kassel
Thomas Ventre by Blitzer Sara Pauls
Intermediate School
Mike Conklin by Receiver Isabella McKeon
Elementary School
Jessica Paglia by Quarterback Juliana Richardson
Orange-Ulster BOCES CTEC
Susan McCarl, by Quarterback Vanessa Tepper
Kelly Todd, by Running Back Summer Larusso
“Thank you for shaping the minds of our student athletes," Coach Tepper added. “Your dedication and time to our students inspires growth and builds the foundation for a better future. Your dedication goes beyond the classroom, influencing lives in lasting and meaningful ways. We are grateful for everything you do every day.”
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