Athlete of the Week – Feb. 18th

Natalia Ovando ‘15

Last week Sophomore Natalia Ovando recorded 32 points (17 of 20 from the free throw line) and 8 steals in the girls’ varsity basketball games against Taft and Cheshire.  Natalia is the current team leader in points assists, and steals.  For her season long efforts, she was selected to the Class B West All-Star Team.  The All-Star Game will be played Sunday, March 3rd at Loomis Chaffee.  She will be joined at the All-Star Game by teammate Maranie Harris-Kuiper.

 

Oliver Demers ‘14 

Against a very strong Loomis team, Junior Oliver Demers took his first game, and then lost the next two. With undeniable mental toughness, Oliver was able to convert the fourth game, and then in the fifth tie-breaker he stayed neck and neck until 7-7. His opponent surged up to match point, 10-7. Oliver defended three match points and then won anther to hold his own match point. Although the game finished as a 13-11 loss, his high level of determination has been an important component to Oliver’s strong leadership, positive attitude, and team play.

 

Cameron Stanley ‘16

Freshman Cameron Stanley has been an incredible asset to the girls’ 3rd basketball team this season. In addition to playing strong defense, Cameron led the team in scoring and rebounding in the Wildcat’s win over Stoneleigh Burnham on Saturday.

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