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Volume 11, Issue 15 January 12, 2017 - FREEwww.southcharlottesports.com @SCSportsReport
JACKSON FARR LEADS THE WAY FOR CHARLOTTE LATIN BASKETBALL Charlotte Latin School senior basketball player Jackson Farr has found a way to balance the rigors of a
tough academic schedule alongside his basketball slate. The 18 year old son of Arman and Tamara Farr is off to a strong start to his basketball season, leading the Hawks in scoring at 12 points per game and serving as team co-captain. Jackson works extremely hard on his craft and spends an equal amount of time searching for success inside the classroom at Charlotte Latin.
Through his high school career, Jackson lists his 5 of 7 shooting, 20 point performance in a comeback win versus Cannon School in the playoffs last season as his favorite moment on the basketball court. He hopes to build even more memories as the second half of the season picks up steam at Charlotte Latin.
Jackson has set one goal for the season.“I want our team to make the state playoffs and for us to make a deep run.”In order to help his team make that goal, Jackson has spent time working on his team leadership and
helping the underclassmen adjust to varsity level play in a tough high school conference. Jackson has a high basketball IQ and is quick to share knowledge not only with his teammates but with younger basketball players.
“I have served as a Volunteer Coach for young kids through Accelerate Basketball, the Stephan Curry Camp and the Muggsy Bogues Camp.”
Inside the classroom, Jackson has worked to earn a 4.3 grade point average at Charlotte Latin School. He was awarded the AP Scholar of Honor and is working hard to close out his senior year on a strong note inside the classroom. The excellent academic profile has provided Jackson with the chance to possibly play basketball and attend a high level academic university next season.
“I am deciding between MIT, Washington & Lee, Washington University, and Macalester College for basketball.”
With graduation now only a few months away, Jackson hopes to be remembered in a positive way once he leaves Charlotte Latin.
“I want to be remembered as someone who was smart, humble, always willing to help people, and worked very hard on and off the court.”
The South Charlotte Sports Report salutes Jackson Farr for striving to be a successful Student-athlete. His dedication to academic success will open doors in life going forward. Good luck Jackson as you close out your senior year at Charlotte Latin School.
“HAVE FUN, PLAY HARD, I LOVE YOU”A few years ago I read a story written by Dr. Tim Elmore and I came across six magical words; Have Fun, Play Hard and I Love You. Dr. Tim Elmore is a lead-ing authority on how to understand the next generation and prepare tomorrow’s leaders today. He is a best-selling author, international speaker, and president of Growing Leaders, a nonprofit that helps develop emerging leaders under the philosophy that each child is born with leadership qualities. Dr. Elmore’s col-umn was based on youth sports and the role of parents, something I have been asked to speak on for many years now.
I have been very fortunate in my life, especially the last few years to spend time with a lot of very successful people in the world of youth sports. This has al-lowed me to mold my own philosophy of what youth sports are truly meant to be. I confess, my views have changed drastically over the last couple of years, I learned that life is not all about how many wins your child’s team can record or how bad you can beat the other team or about demanding perfection from children too young to deliver perfection. My hundreds of hours with the late Coach Lou Presutti, founder of Cooperstown Dreams Park, a baseball heaven for 12 year old players, taught me so much. I have learned that baseball, like other sports is about producing lifelong memories and lessons that have nothing to do with the final score. I have become very good friends with Kevin Bumgarner, the father of San Francisco Giants all-star pitcher Madison Bumgarner. I have learned from him the importance of having fun and keeping a proper perspective on life and the game. There are many others locally and across the region that have shared their life-long lessons in hopes of helping others enjoy their chosen sport.
Going back to Dr. Elmore’s column, he speaks of the words for a parent to say before and after the competition.
Before the Competition: “Have Fun, Play Hard, I Love You.”
After the competition: “Did You Have Fun? I’m Proud of You? I Love You.”
Those words are so true and if you think about it, they should apply both in the five year old soccer game and in the varsity football game at the local high school. Are any of these games life or death situations? NO. Regardless of the talent level of your child, what is truly more important than delivering an enjoy-able experience to THEM? Are they the ones playing the game or is this for your satisfaction as a parent? Easy questions to answer when you step back for a minute to realize that the third grade basketball game your son just lost because his friend dribbled the ball of his foot with three seconds to go is not going to amount to a hill of beans in the scheme of life. Five minutes later, he and his friend are going to be running around in the parking lot enjoying their friendship.
Dr. Elmore goes on to mention the six simple words that college athletes said they enjoyed hearing from their parents after a game. The overwhelming re-sponse was, “I love to watch you play.”
The only thing I would add to that, is three more words. “I love to watch you play. I LOVE YOU.”
Tripp RoakesSouth Charlotte Sports [email protected]
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The South Charlotte Vipers have been named the Sonny’s BBQ Team of the Week. The Vipers captured the 14U Championship in the South Charlotte Sports Report Matthews Christmas Tournament. The South Charlotte Recreation Association based team is coached by Mike Maynard.
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Kneeling: (L-R) Cade McCoy, Chris Short, Michael RobinsonStanding: (L-R) Coach Doug Ellis, Alex Holcomb, Jack Maynard, Jake Cunningham, Meade Garner, Tate Ellis, Marshall Gallagher, Head Coach Mike MaynardNot pictured: Coach Chris McCoy
The Hornets Girls 10U team captured the championship in the South Charlotte Sports Report Matthews Christmas Basketball Tournament.
(L-R) Zetta Grace Bartee, Caroline Ronek, Coach Bailey Bartee, Erin Casey, Coach Scott Casey, Sadie Borda, Teaera Allen, Ashleigh Thigpen
MARA Bulls Basketball captured the 15U championship of the South Charlotte Sports Report Matthews Christmas Basketball Tournament.
Front Row: (L-R) Brendan O’Keeffe, C J McNeil, Will WernerBack Row: (L-R) Coach Michael O’Keeffe, Grant Manley, Noah Hooper, Ben Hollifield, Coach David Hollifield
The St. Matthew Catholic Church Wildcats Team coached by John Rakoczy. Front Row: (L-R) Katie Connell, Kailey Richard, Georgie Drier, Syndey Orr, Tabitha Italiano, Caitlin CoswellBack Row: (L-R) Anna Cusack , John RakoczyNot pictured: Ava Rakoczy
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The 4th Annual South Charlotte Sports Report Middle School Basketball Showcase was held over the Christmas break. Eighty middle school basketball players competed on December 22nd at Community House Middle School. In addition to playing two showcase games, each player participated in a workout with Accelerate Basketball which included basketball drills and a display of basketball technology used by Accelerate to train players.
South Charlotte Sports Report owner Tripp Roakes gave his popular “ABC” speech, advising all players to Avoid Bad Company and to love and thank their parents on a daily basis.. A three point contest was held for both the boys and girls where each player was given 24 seconds, one basketball and one rebounder to make as many three point shots as possible. The three point champions each received a custom designed championship belt.
The South Charlotte Sports Report would like to thank Accelerate Basketball for their continued commitment to the event and their hard work with all 80 players.
Award Winners Girls BoysThree Point Shootout Lucy Vanderbeck Trent McGaugheyHustle Award Sydney Wood Blake FranksRising Star Award Shakiya Nichols Christopher McCullough Most Outstanding Award Kamaria Sheriff Moses Payne Maddie Dillinger Chase Montgomery
Blake FranksKamira Sheriff
Moses PayneMaddie Dillinger
4TH ANNUAL SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL SHOWCASE
2016 Girls Middle School Basketball Showcase Participants
SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT COVERAGE AREA AWARD WINNERS
Trent McGaughey Chase Montgomery
Lucy Vanderbeck
2016 Boys Middle School Basketball Showcase Participants
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The Shoeless Enterprises Leadership Award
Lucy WiLLiamsProvidence High School junior volleyball player Lucy Williams has been named the winner of the Shoeless Enterprises Leadership Award. Lucy is the 16 year old daughter of Powell and Jodie Williams. She began playing volleyball in the eighth grade to try something new and the sport was a perfect match for her. This past Fall, Lucy helped the Panthers to the NCH-SAA 4A Final Four in
Volleyball. She served as a team captain this past year for Coach Brian Rosen. Lucy is a defensive specialist who helps to dig the balls and receive serves for her team. She has to take ownership on the court and communicate with her entire team. Her top strengths include being vocal and showing lots of enthusi-asm on the court.
Lucy hopes to play college volleyball following her senior season at Providence. Congratulations to Lucy Williams, the winner of the Shoeless Enterprises Leadership Award.
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“THE LEAGUE OF CHAMPIONS”
baseball ¥ softball ¥ football ¥ track basketball ¥ rugby ¥ cheerleadõng
Patrick Bradshaw, an 18-year-old resident of Waxhaw, North Carolina has committed to play baseball at Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts. Patrick, the son of Martin and Patricia Bradshaw, attended middle school at Marvin Ridge where he was a member of the middle school baseball team since 6th grade and played for Showcase Baseball Academy through 2015. Since his freshman year Patrick, a catcher, has attended Valley Forge Mili-tary Academy in Wayne, Pennsylvania where he currently holds rank of Second Lieutenant.
Let’s let Patrick tell you about his high school career and college decision.
How did you make your college decision?“I really wanted to attend school in the Northeast near a major city. I will be studying Economics & Finance which is why Bentley University was my first choice; it’s one of the top undergraduate business schools in the country. The coaching staff made me feel really comfortable and the facilities are first rate.”
What led you to leave the area for a boarding school?“I took a summer Algebra course to prep for high school at Camden Military Academy in South Carolina and really liked the structure and the environ-
ment. My parents did some research and found that VFMA was one of the top military academies in the country so I decided to go for a visit. VFMA is the only school in the US that still follows the regi-mental British Military Model.”
What have been the advantages and disadvantage to that decision?“The advantage would definitely be the leadership opportunities be-cause the Corps of Cadets is entirely student run. Meeting kids from all over the world has been a really good experience. The disad-vantage was definitely the beginning of my freshman year, every-one goes through a six week plebe system, no cell phone, electronics or contact with the outside world except handwritten letters to your
parents, it is a very strenuous program physically and mentally that must be completed to be fully recognized as a cadet but the process definitely helps you mature quickly. It was tough leaving family and friends in Waxhaw.”
How well do you perform in the classroom?“In the beginning it was definitely a challenge trying to balance boarding, academics and the academy’s military obligations, we start the day at 5:30 a.m. and we keep pretty busy. Once the foundation was set it led to several medals for academics most notably The Judge E Battery Award for excellence I received junior year. I am currently maintaining a 3.3 GPA.”
PATRICK BRADSHAW HEADED TO BENTLEY UNIVERSITY
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STUDENT-ATHLETES OF THE WEEKBLAKE PROEHL
Providence High School senior football player Blake Proehl has been named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week. Blake has been flying around the football field since the age of seven. The son of former NFL Wide Receiver and current Carolina Panthers coach Ricky Proehl and Kelly Proehl has worked his way to the top of the high school game. Blake has signed to play foot-ball next season at East Carolina University. In December he was named by the Charlotte Football Awards as the Wide Receiver of the Year following an impressive season at Providence. Blake has dealt well with both the positives and negatives of having a former NFL star as a father. On one hand he was able to learn year round from his father and older brother
Austin, a player at UNC-Chapel Hill. On the other hand, he was able to handle the higher expectations placed on him for having a familiar last name. Blake’s hard work caught the attention of East Carolina University and he is excited to play at a school known for having great wide receivers and an exciting game day atmosphere. Inside the classroom Blake carries a 3.7 grade point average. He has helped with activities at the Ronald McDonald House and with the Charlotte Rescue Mission. Blake has also participated for many years with his family’s charity foundation, help-ing to shop for foster children. Congratulations to Blake Proehl for being named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week.
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MELISSA GOLDSTEINCharlotte Christian senior basketball player Melissa Gold-stein has been named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student-Athlete of the Week. The 17 year old daughter of Scott and Esther Goldstein is enjoying her final year of basketball for the Knights. Last season she helped the team advance to the NCISAA semifinals for the second consecutive season. Melissa’s favorite basketball memory is her comeback win against rival Charlotte Latin last season.
Melissa and the team hope to host a home playoff game this season and she is working hard to put the Knights in a great position to do so. Her top assets on the court are speed and stamina, which in turn helps Melissa to be a strong defender and a good shooter.
Inside the classroom, Melissa carries a 3.89 grade point average and is on the Summa Cum Laude Honor Roll. She is also a National Merit Commended Scholar, an AP Scholar with Distinction, and a member of the National Honor Society as well as the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Her top two choices for college include Clemson and UNC-Chapel Hill. Melissa also serves as the SGA Chaplain and an ambassador for Charlotte Christian. Congratulations to Melissa Goldstein for being named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student-Athlete of the Week.
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Ardrey Kell High School senior bas-ketball player Sydney Williams is the definition of a true student athlete. The daughter of Sean Williams and Carmen Wright carries a 4.8 grade point average while excelling on the basketball court. A serious injury has derailed her on court success, but she remains the team’s number one cheerleader. Let’s go Beyond The Game to learn more about Sydney.
What is your favorite basketball memory?“When we traveled to Spartanburg, South Carolina for the Farmer’s tour-nament I enjoyed every minute of that trip. We met new friends from different teams, hung out as a team—almost like
a family—and laughed all night long in our hotel rooms. I loved the experience be-cause we were able to have a good time on and off the court and share memories that we could remember for years to come even though we were only in Spartan-burg.”
What are your top three basketball accomplishments?“I won the Coach’s Award in my sophomore year from my JV coach, Coach Queen Smith, for my leadership and enthusiasm, becoming a team captain for my JV basketball team during my sophomore year and playing on the team all four years, seeing the growth from then until now.”
What are your goals for your season?“To remain my team’s number one fan. Unfortunately I have injured my ACL and MCL during my senior season, but that hasn’t wavered me from wanting to be at every practice, every game, and every event. I plan to lead my team through sup-port and act as, what my coaches call me, a Player Coach in order to convey the messages that my team needs to here to be successful and to grow.”
What is your best asset on the basketball court?“Energy. I am the loudest voice on and off the court simply because I believe that the transfer of positive energy is a chain reaction—also because I’m just a loud person. When I step out on the court I make it my mission to pat a teammate on the back or high five her no matter what the circumstance may be. I was never the most skilled person on my team, but I always made it a guarantee that I would work hard to do what I had to do to push my team to a win.
What events do you run in track?“I ran the 100 and 200 primarily, along with the 4x100 and 4x200 relays.”
Have you made any college plans?“I have not chosen which college I will attend, however I do intend on getting my bachelor’s degree in biology in hopes of pursuing a career as a physician, physi-cian’s assistant or a physical therapist.”
I understand you are looking at Ivy League Schools?“Absolutely. I never saw the harm in reaching high because you just never know what you could achieve when you least expect it. I have applied to Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and Columbia; hopefully it works out in my favor.”
How well do you perform in the classroom?“I have maintained a 4.8 GPA, will have taken 7 AP classes by the time I gradu-ate, I have been a part of student council, the morning news crew, the basketball team, and track team. I am a part of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Mathematical Honor Society, and Spanish Honor Society.”
Are you involved in any community service activities?“I have volunteered for my church’s Spirit of Christmas function, donated book bags for underprivileged children, and helped a paraplegic woman bake cakes for her company. I plan to get involved with the Habitat for Humanity Restore and continue to volunteer for my church’s various community service events.”
BEYOND THE GAME WITH SYDNEY WILLIAMS
The Hammerdown Tar Heels 14U Football Team traveled to Florida over the Christmas Break to capture the AAU National Championship. The Tar Heels are led by Head Coach Roger Purgason.
Team members include: Reiley Blackburn, Sean Bowles, Jake Brennan, Carlo Bustinza, Jakob Contreras, Jordan Davis, Rob Defenbaugh, Jake Efrid, Adrian Eley II, Braiden Ensminger, Chris Gates, Austin Grier, Jacob Guzi, Jake Hasner, Thomas Higgins, Maddie Hughes, Myles Jones, Sean McCray, Tye Mendenhall, Madden Muhammed, Kyle Novak, Griffin O’Brien, Isangobong Ottong, Evan Pryor, K’daron Redfearn, Ryan Szeker, Isaiah Taylor, Tyrin Taylor, Cole Terrell, Terry Thomas, Michael Williams, Jordan Tinsley
Volume 11, Issue 15 Page 7Community Service Heroes Award Recognizing Actions in Support of
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Charlotte Latin School swimmer Sophie Madjarova has been named the Queen City Audio, Video and Appliances Community Heroes Award winner. The 17 year old daughter of Bistra Roustcheva and Jeko Madjarov specializes in the freestyle events for the Hawks. Her 50M personal best is 27.3 seconds and she follows that with a 1:02 in the 100M. She has also scored cut off times for the 200 freestyle and 100 breaststroke. Sophie’s favorite events are the relays, which she enjoys serving as the anchor swimmer in many events. She enjoys the excitement of the dash to the finish line.
Sophie trains with her school team five days a week during the season and also works hard in the offseason to become a better swimmer for Charlotte Latin. She also works extremely hard in the classroom and was inducted into the Cum Laude Society her junior year. She earned the title of Chief Junior Marshall last year by being ranked number one in the junior class.
“This year, I was recognized as a National Merit Semi-finalist. I am also currently one of the senior leaders for my school’s Environmental Club and a resident member of our Math Team. In terms of arts, I sing second soprano in my school’s Concert Choir, and I’ve been a member of the choral program at my school since sixth grade.”
Sophie hopes to study Integrated Engineering with a focus on Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science in college. She is awaiting word from all of her college applications before making a decision.
Sophie is also a committed community volunteer. She helps out at Charlotte Latin with the Annual Holiday Dance for the Nevins Center, a local program that teaches developmentally disabled adults real-world skills so they can feel more self-sufficient. The last two years Sophie has led the main organizing committee. She also co-led the creation of a mural at the Nevins Center main office this past summer.
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Mary Catherine Avey
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Mary Catherine Avey has been named the Queen City Audio, Video and Appliances Community Heroes Award Winner. The daugh-ter of Scott and Meg Avey attends Carmel Christian School and she is active in both soccer and serving inside her community. MaryCatherine has been playing soccer since the age of three and she plays forward as a senior member of the Carmel Christian Schoolteam.
Mary Catherine was named to the All-Conference Team in 2014 and she was voted as the MVP of her soccer team. She has served asthe team captain for all three of her varsity soccer years. As a captain Mary Catherine helps lead the team in practices and games.
Mary Catherine is very active in serving her community. She volunteers with an organization called Rice and Beans. They go outinto downtown Charlotte and feed the homeless. She also is active with the Joy Prom, an event held by the Carmel Christian Churchthat provides a full scale prom for those with special needs. As a member of the National Honor Society, Mary Catherine also volun-teers with the Beds For Kids organization that supplies beds and furnishings for families in need.
Inside the classroom, Mary Catherine carries a 3.69 unweighted grade point average and a 4.7 weighted average. She is taking threeAP classes and is involved in many school clubs. Mary Catherine plans to attend UNC-Wilmington and study Athletic Training.
Queen City Audio, Video and Appliances salutes Mary Catherine Avey for her work in the classroom, on the soccer field and in hercommunity.
Roddey PlayerPresident, Queen City Audio, Video &Appliances
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Mary Catherine Avey
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Mary Catherine Avey has been named the Queen City Audio, Video and Appliances Community Heroes Award Winner. The daugh-ter of Scott and Meg Avey attends Carmel Christian School and she is active in both soccer and serving inside her community. MaryCatherine has been playing soccer since the age of three and she plays forward as a senior member of the Carmel Christian Schoolteam.
Mary Catherine was named to the All-Conference Team in 2014 and she was voted as the MVP of her soccer team. She has served asthe team captain for all three of her varsity soccer years. As a captain Mary Catherine helps lead the team in practices and games.
Mary Catherine is very active in serving her community. She volunteers with an organization called Rice and Beans. They go outinto downtown Charlotte and feed the homeless. She also is active with the Joy Prom, an event held by the Carmel Christian Churchthat provides a full scale prom for those with special needs. As a member of the National Honor Society, Mary Catherine also volun-teers with the Beds For Kids organization that supplies beds and furnishings for families in need.
Inside the classroom, Mary Catherine carries a 3.69 unweighted grade point average and a 4.7 weighted average. She is taking threeAP classes and is involved in many school clubs. Mary Catherine plans to attend UNC-Wilmington and study Athletic Training.
Queen City Audio, Video and Appliances salutes Mary Catherine Avey for her work in the classroom, on the soccer field and in hercommunity.
Roddey PlayerPresident, Queen City Audio, Video &Appliances
Community Service Heroes AwardRecognizing Actions in Support of
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Breakout Star of the Week “Honoring Student-Athletes Preparing For Future Success”
Sami EbERhaRdWeddington High School sophomore student-athlete Sami Eberhard has been named the Karsey Glass Breakout Star of the Week. Sami, a pole-vaulter, is the daughter of Tom and Marcy Eberhard. Two years ago, Sami had never heard of the sport and now she is ranked fifth in the state this winter for indoor pole vault. Sami’s mother thought that the speed, core strength and coordination that she had developed through cheerleading might be beneficial and she found a clinic for Sami to attend.
Sami’s top height cleared to date is 9’3” and her goal for the season is to reach ten feet. A new NCHSAA rule almost de-railed Sami’s pole vaulting career before it began. Sami shares the story. “After being a pole vaulter for almost a year, due to new NCHSAA regulations, athletes couldn’t practice pole vaulting without a certified pole vault coach present. Without a pole vault coach at Weddington, participating in my new passion was in jeopardy. So my mother decided to step up and become qualified to ensure that my fellow athletes and I would have the ability to participate. Since then, my brother has also taken up pole vaulting and he is currently the #4 3A pole vaulter. We have truly become a pole vaulting family.”
Sami also does a super job inside the classroom as she carries a grade point average of over 4.0 and she has been recognized with the Fall Excelsior Award, an award given to by the school faculty for students who demonstrate a solid work ethic and superior performance.
Sami is also active in the Teens4Levine Club helping out at the Levine Children’s Hospital. She also plans to take a mis-sion trip to Haiti over Spring Break. Congratulations to Sami Eberhard for being named the Karsey Glass Breakout Star of the Week.
Good Sport of the Week
Charlotte Catholic High School junior Sean Rogan has been named the P. Saylor Fence / Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools Good Sport of the Week. The son of Chrissie Rogan is a member of the Cougars Varsity Basketball Team. Last season on the junior varsity team, Sean and teammates went 19-0 for a very memorable year on the hardwood.
The Cougars are working hard to record a successful varsity season and Sean believes the team has a good chance to make it into the state playoffs under Coach Mike King. Sean enjoys all of his teammates and states his excitement over playing with everyone at Charlotte Catholic. He is recognized by his teammates as someone
that always gives 100% effort and is willing to do whatever it takes to help the team win a game.
Inside the classroom, Sean carries a 3.5 grade point average and is enrolled in two honors classes. Congratulations to Sean Rogan for being named the P. Saylor Fence / Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools Good Sport of the Week.
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Covenant Day School senior baseball and bas-ketball player Heath McKay is busy at work to round out his senior season on a positive note. The 18 year old son of Bruce and Sheila McKay is in his second season at Covenant Day School, after transferring over from Carmel Christian School. This basketball season marks Heath’s fifth season of varsity play on the bas-ketball team and this spring will serve as his fourth year playing varsity baseball. Heath is recognized by his teammates as someone that will always give 110% to his team, school and friends. Let’s go Beyond The Game to learn more about Heath. What is your favorite sports memory?“My favorite sports memory came from the last regular season game last year against
Cannon. At the beginning of the year, the team set a goal to make the State Tournament to turn around the struggles of the previous year. Just before this game against Cannon, we dropped 2 games to Charlotte Latin that sup-posedly knocked us out of playoff contention. Before the Cannon game the team gathered up and discussed how we had to believe in ourselves and play like this was a playoff game. I was on the mound and there was no way I was letting this game go. When I came out of the game we were winning 3-1 when Cannon made a comeback to tie it in the last inning. When we went into extras, they took a 4-3 lead and we had not done anything since the beginning of the game. We ended up winning 5-4 in the 11th inning and it was the most unbelievable feeling in the world. I was so proud of my teammates for staying strong and playing hard even when it felt our season was already over. That win gave us another quality win to add to our resume, which pushed us into the State Playoffs, our goal was achieved, but a new one had begun.” What are your top sports accomplishments?“Being named twice to the all-tournament team at Carmel Christian (2014- Tournament MVP) and helping the team to two consecutive championships in the first two years in the conference. I was also named to the NCISAA Char-lotte Independent Conference All-Conference second team in 2016.” How did you decide to choose Anderson University for college and baseball?“Anderson University is no question the perfect fit for me. It has everything that I dream for in a college. It is a very special place where I can continue to grow academically, especially with it being an apple-tech school. Anderson University is somewhere that will help lead me in the right direction in my spiritual life, social life, and athletics life. I was very impressed with the re-ligious aspect of the school, it is for sure a place where I can grow and strive spiritually. I have many friends that currently attend Anderson University and I have heard nothing but wonderful things about the school. When I vis-ited, I felt so welcomed and so invited and it just immediately felt like home. The baseball coaches at Anderson immediately impressed me with just how well they treated my family and I when we visited. I really liked the fact that Coach Miller has been the at Anderson University for the past 27 years. Also, I felt immediate chemistry with the new pitching coach, Cody Penny. I really feel like he can help me grow as a collegiate pitcher and help me reach my full potential. Anderson University could not have been a better fit for me.”
Are you excited to go there with a school teammate in Mitchell Cope?“Words cannot explain how excited I am to attend school with my teammate and brother, Mitchell. We transferred in around the same time at Covenant Day and he was one of the first people I met at the school. From the moment we met each other, we have been best friends. Mitchell has made such a dif-ference in my life both on and off the field. He constantly pushes to make me a better player and person, and I cannot thank him enough for that. God really has blessed me by allowing me to spend another 4 years with him.”
What are your spring baseball goals?“My spring baseball goals are simple. I want to win a State Championship ring with my brothers. My teammates and I have been working extremely hard for this. Together, we have put in blood, sweat, and tears into this team and I would love nothing more than for us to get a ring. This is what we have been working for since day one, and that’s what we are out to get.”
How well do you perform in the classroom?“I have maintained above a 3.82 GPA in all of high school and have reached up to a 3.98 GPA. I have also been a part of Beta Club and the National Honor Society.”
How do you hope you are remembered when you leave Covenant Day?“When I leave Covenant Day I want to be remembered as someone who never stopped working hard or pushing through things. Whether that is through academics, athletics, socially, or spiritually. Persistence is extremely impor-tant in whatever you are doing. That is how you grow and continuously get better. You will go through struggles, but I want people to remember me as someone who never let the struggles get me down and would always get back up stronger. I want to be remembered as someone who gave 100% in every-thing he did.” Are you involved in any community service events?“Currently I serve for the students at Crestdale Middle School. Fortunately, our schools have made a partnership through the Northstar Reading Pro-gram. Through this, I am able to tutor kids 1 on 1 in order to help improve both their reading and reading comprehension skills. I am also helping with the American Cancer Society. My aunt passed away 2 years ago, of Breast Cancer and I remembered how hard it was for her. There were so many im-portant people that made the process go smoothly and I want to help people through it so they do not have to struggle like some do. To help, I am gather-ing donations from people of small things such as puzzles, word searches, little board games, card games, small snacks and more to put in a goodie bag and give to patients while they are going through treatment. When my aunt went through this, I remember how boring she said it was and how lonely it could be. These goodie bags provide people with entertainment and give a little spark to their day.”
BEYOND THE GAME WITH HEATH MCKAY
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Mikaela Seibert graduated from Cuthbertson High School and is now a Triple Jumper for The Ohio State Buckeyes.
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BEYOND THE GAME WITH MAGGIE SNYDER
Weddington High School junior basketball and soccer athlete Maggie Snyder is always working hard on the court, the field and inside the class-room. The daughter of Tom and Gail Snyder enjoys her time with basketball teammates and she is hoping for a strong finish to the season. Let’s go Beyond The Game with Maggie Snyder to learn more.
What is your favorite basketball memory? “My favorite basketball memory is spending time with my teammates. It’s such a fun group of girls and being a part of the team with them makes the game so much more fun.”
What are your top three basketball accomplishments? “I would say my top three basketball accomplishments were making the varsity team as a Sophomore, learning to get more aggressive on the court and creat-ing all the new friendships because of the team.”
What are your goals for the season?“My goal for this basketball season is to go out there and play my best every game while having fun with it. I believe that if everyone on the team does this we will have a successful, winning season.”
What is your best asset on the basketball court?“I would say my best asset on the court would be my speed. I am able to get down the court quickly whether for a fast break layup or getting back on de-fense.”
Do you play any other sports at school? “I also play on the girls soccer team at my school.”
Have you made any college plans? “I have not made any plans yet for college but I have started looking and hope to go into an engineering or medical field.”
How well do you perform in the classroom? “Academics are important to me and I work hard to maintain a high GPA while playing sports. I am in National Honor Society, Beta Club, Mentors Club, Math Honor Society, and WHOS Club.”
Are you involved in any community service activities?“Outside of my school I volunteer at my church and do mentoring and tutoring.”
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RoSS BLoNGCarmel Christian School student Ross Blong has been named the Carefree Boat Club Ris-ing Star of the Week. The 14 year old son of Tim and Ashlyn Blong plays primary striker for the Cougars Soccer Team. This fall Ross scored the winning goal against Charlotte Latin School in the last minute of play. His other ac-complishments include playing on the Region III Team and earning a spot on the varsity team as a freshman. Ross has set a goal to be-come the best soccer player in Carmel Chris-tian history by the time he graduates. He also wants to be known as a great leader and friend to all of his classmates. Inside the classroom Ross works hard to re-cord A’s in all of his classes. In Middle School
he was a member of the National Junior Honor Society and would like to earn a position in the National Honor Society in high school. Away from school and soccer, Ross has worked with Project 658 to serve folks in need inside our city Keep an eye on Ross as he works hard on his soccer skills and aims to help Carmel Christian grow on the pitch. Congratulations to Ross Blong for being named the Carefree Boat Club Rising Star of the Week.
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Cuthbertson High School 15 year old softball player Erin Maher is quickly working her way to the top of the Union County softball ladder. The daughter of Brian and Michelle Maher has worked hard since the age of nine to become a successful softball player. She left behind the sport of soccer to see what she could become on the dia-mond. The results are beginning to speak for themselves. Let’s go Beyond The Game to learn more about Erin.
What are your top three athletic accomplish-ments?“This past year has been packed full of highlights that I’m very proud of. As a freshmen, I was fortunate enough to be a part of both the JV and Varsity softball teams at Cuthbertson High School. For the JV team, I was one of the pitchers, as well as, utility player, mostly playing 3rd base and shortstop. For the Varsity team, I was backup 2nd base and outfield. At the Spring Athletic Banquet, I was surprised when Coach Johnson called out my name as the MVP for the JV team. I also received my Varsity letter that night. Being that I’m only coming off of my freshmen year at Cuthbertson High School, I know that I have many great things ahead of me. My third greatest accomplishment is being asked to play for Team NC Presley. I have had the opportunity to play for my great coaches and I look forward to my next venture with this amazing group of girls and coaches.”
What is the best part of your game?“Throughout the course of the years playing softball, I’ve been told by many coaches that I have the biggest heart, the mentality to get zoned in and the dedication for the game that is hard to acquire. If I struggled at practice or during a game, I would work at home till I got it right. When pitching, it’s all a mental game. I’m hard on myself, but I believe I push myself which makes me even stronger. All throughout the game, I’m mentally processing the plays and figuring ways to help my team get the win.”
What are your favorite memories playing softball over the years?“Some of my greatest and fondest memories are the ones that may not seem extraordinary to some, but are the small things that you do for the first time. For instance coming out of a hitting slump by hitting a double to clear the bases and score three runs in a tied game. Or finally making a clean back-hand, only to turn and fire the ball across the field and make a double play. However, the one that always seems to come to mind was at last year’s NSA State Tournament, where on the last day, I went in and pitched 17 innings in three games, getting two shutouts, and making it to the championship game. We may have lost the Championship game, but to me it will always be one of my greatest days of softball.”
How well have you performed in the classroom? “I take great pride in my classroom abilities. Just like the softball field, I’m extremely hard on myself, as a student. I currently have a 4.06 GPA and I’m proud of that accomplish-ment, especially since I played both school and travel ball. Not to mention the extra hours spent with my pitching & hit-ting coach, my personal trainer, and in the gym. I am also in the National Beta Club, Yearbook Team, and FCA. This year,
I received my academic letter, as well.”
How have you been able to balance academics and athletics?“Starting early on, I’ve always been taught that academics come first. School work has always come before sports. If I don’t make the grades, I can’t play the sport. It was always a rule in my house, that when you came home, it was snack and homework, then you could go out and play. That structure and dedication to my classwork still exist in me today. With the hope of getting a college scholarship to play softball, my goal is not an athletic scholarship, but an academic scholarship. Grades are and will always be my first priority in school. Softball is a bonus that I get the pleasure of playing.”
BEYOND THE GAME WITH ERIN MAHER
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TENTh aNNUaL GREaTER ChaRLOTTE hOT STOVE LEaGUE
diNNER TO bE hELd FEbRUaRY 3rdThe 10th Annual Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Awards Dinner
will be held on February 3, 2017 at the Shriners oasis Temple off of Har-ris Blvd near UNCC. This annual awards event honors the top baseball and softball players in the Greater Charlotte region. Doors open to the beautiful Shriners oasis Temple Auditorium at 6:00pm
The first class evening of fun and fellowship is designed to bring both sports communities together to honor the game and the youth that work hard to excel on and off the field of play. The Greater Charlotte Hot Stove Dinner features an honor roll of former award winners including; Major League Baseball Rookie of the Year Corey Seager of the LA Dodgers; Richie Shaffer of the Seattle Mariners, Trent Thornton, Brett Austin, Max Wotell, Brian Holberton, Tyler Tewell, Trent Thornton, Brett Alexander Bostic, Ryder Ryan, Bailey ober, Chris Clare and former and current college softball stars Lexi Davis, Sarah Mooney, Kalie Lang, Constance orr, Mattie Nuccio and Leah Murray. New award winners in over 20 categories will be announced at the 10th Annual Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Dinner on February 3rd.
In addition to the awards banquet, guests will enjoy dinner from Hick-ory Tavern, the annual presentation of the Coach Lou Presutti Award, a silent auction with over 300 items, a Yeti Cooler raffle and fellowship with other members of the Greater Charlotte Youth Baseball and Softball Communities. The previous nine years have witnessed sold out crowds and another full house of over 800 guests is expected.
Tickets are available for sale at www.hotstovedinner.com. Join many of your friends and peers for the # 1 night of baseball and softball in the Carolinas.
