Athletes of the Week – Jan. 28th

Natalie Aquadro ‘17

Eighth grader Natalie Aquadro has been a relentless competitor for the girls’ varsity swim team. In the team’s last two meets against Westminster and Kingswood-Oxford, Natalie earned 3 first place finishes including the 200 IM, and a second place in the 100 yard freestyle. She also played a significant role in 3 winning relay teams during that stretch.

 

Alex Massengill ‘14

Alex had a great day for the wrestling team in their matches against Hotchkiss, Taft, and Chase on Saturday.  Alex pinned two out of three opponents on the day.  Battling a knee injury, he remained positive and energetic both in his efforts to win and in his support of teammates.

 

Emily Cavazuti ‘14

Emily has been a standout leader for the girls JV hockey team this season. As one of the team captains, Emily brings a good work ethic to the rink, leads by example, and is one of the team’s leading scorers. In the teams game against Hotchkiss on Saturday, Emily scored a hat-trick in in the 5-1victory. She has also recently helped the team by playing defense to fill in for one of her teammates.

 

Athletes of the Week – Jan. 21st

AJ Unker ‘13

In the boys’ varsity hockey team’s game against Vermont Academy, AJ Unker came out of the gates on fire registering a hat trick for the Wildcats to help lead the team to a 6-5 victory. Throughout the year, AJ has been battling injury, but continues to be committed to the program and leads by example every time he is on the ice.

 

 

 

Sarah Marion ‘17

Sarah scored 10 points against Deerfield on Wednesday, and then went on to score a career-high 16 points (including four 3-pointers) in a one-point win over Hotchkiss on Saturday. Sarah shows tenacity and perseverance on the court and has been a strong contributor for the girls’ varsity basketball team all season long.

 

 

Andrew Thomas ‘15

As the leading scorer for the boys’ 4th basketball team, Drew has been an exemplary leader on and off the court. His positive attitude and consistent hard work pushes those around him to improve, stay competitive, and play with purpose.

Athletes of the Week – Jan. 14th

Maddie Hatch ‘14

In the last three games for the girls’ varsity ice hockey team, Maddie has been an outstanding contributor from her center position. Against Tabor, Maddie assisted the game winner in overtime, and then followed up with a three assist game in the following win against the always competitive Berkshire Bears. Maddie has shown consistent tenacity in every practice and game.

 

 

Andy Pierce ‘13

This week wrestler Andy Pierce went 4-0 with 3 pins and a win by decision in the team’s home meet against Tabor,  Tilton, Wilbraham & Monson and Worcester.  His sportsmanship was impeccable as he cheered for teammates, assisted managers with their duties, and helped keep his teammates focused during a hard day of competition.  Accompanied with skill and ability, Andy is a powerful leader, encouraging motivator, and excellent teammate.

Davis Smith ‘16

Davis has been a steady leader for the boy’s third basketball team so far this season. Helping the team to a 46-33 victory over Bement, Davis scored 9 points, and had 5 rebounds and 5 steals.  His positive leadership and intelligent playmaking have helped the team get off to a 2-1 record.

 

 

 

 

Equestrian Program Has Successful Fall Season

Congratulations are in order for five dedicated Williston students who participated in riding at Fuller Horse Farm in Westhampton this fall!

Samantha Frye, Alyssa Cote, Olivia Foderaro, Rachel Lloyd, and Regina Ryjih represented Williston in IEA (Interscholastic  Equestrian Assoc.) competitions throughout New England.

Riding at Williston requires a special effort to include early morning rises (5:00 am!), staying late at shows in all kinds of weather and giving up the occasional vacation day. Carolyn Fuller Coggins, the equestrian coach said, “This was the first season for this group to ride together as a team as members of the IEA. They were an active and invested group, being highly supportive of each other and working hard, going the extra mile to excel and improve. I have truly enjoyed working with them. Congratulations on a very successful fall season.”

The results of their fall competitions are below.

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