Gabby Thomas ‘15

Speedster Gabby Thomas, has been impressing teammates and coaches with her remarkable speed and determination through the track season. In the team’s most recent meets against Kingswood-Oxford, Westminster, and Hopkins Gabby set a new school record in the long jump with a leap of 17’ 7.5”. This jump broke the previous mark set by Annie Huyler ’08 in 2007.  In the same week, Gabby also recorded a new record in the triple jump with a leap of 35’ 11.75”, which eclipsed her own record set last year.

Michael Walters ‘14

Last week junior Michael broke the school record for the 200 meter dash. Michael’s time of 22.3 seconds eclipsed the previous record of 22.7 sec. set by Sydney Baptista in 2005. As a first year student at Williston, Michael has been an outstanding addition to this year’s track team, always arriving with a smile on his face and willingness to work to work hard to reach his and the team’s goals.

Mika Sovjani ‘18

First year lacrosse player, Mika Sovjani has picked up the game quickly. Mika scored a goal in last week’s match up against Rectory and is quickly becoming a skilled, fast, and versatile player! She is always arriving to practice and games with a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn.

Ledell Robinson ’14

Ledell, played a significant role in the varsity baseball team’s last two games against Pomfret and Millbrook. During the week, Ledell went 3 for 6 at the plate with a grand slam and 7 RBI. Ledell also scored four runs and had two stolen bases while playing strong defense at his centerfield position in the outfield.

Karly Simpson ’13 

A captain for the girls varsity lacrosse team, Karly has had an outstanding start to the season. In two big in wins over Westminster and Millbrook, Karly scored nine goals and had six assists. With a competitive edge and natural leadership skills, Karly’s will to win is undeniable. She has been a motivator on and off the field, dominating in draw control and ground balls, and being a positive role model for her teammates.

Cam LaMotte ’14

In boys JV lacrosse, Cam LaMotte is a co-leader in goals so far this season. That includes an overtime goal to win the team’s first game and a hat trick against Hopkins. Cam was recently elected captain by his teammates, in recognition of his hustle and leadership both on and off the field.  He has been an energetic and enthusiastic leader throughout the season and continues to push himself and his teammates to improve every game and practice.

Erik Ostberg ‘14

Boys varsity baseball captain Erik Ostberg has made an early impact on the season thus far. Erik was 5-8 this week with two doubles and a triple.  He also scored 2 runs and had 2 RBI.  On the season he is hitting .615 with a .733 OBP and a 1.077 Slugging Percentage. Erik leads the team in RBI with four and he has also played a key defensive role behind the plate at catcher.

Caroline Borden ’16 and Yoonji Kim ‘15

New double partners Caroline Borden and Yoonji Kim have been an outstanding duo for the girls’ varsity tennis team. Always arriving eager and prepared for practices and matches, the pair has shown exemplary leadership, commitment, and motivation. Coach Wilinsky says, “They are a true pleasure to coach and an inspiration to their teammates.”  Undefeated in third doubles so far, Caroline and Yoonji look to pursue a successful season as doubles partners.

Mackenzie Possee ‘15

In the JV girl’s lacrosse home opener against Miss Porter’s, Mackenzie Possee made an impressive showing in her first-ever game in net. Making save after save Mackenzie was able to keep the Williston girls in the game leading them to a 12-10 victory. Mackenzie always brings a positive attitude and has proven to be a true leader on and off the field.

Mary McCarthy ’15

Sophomore standout Mary McCarthy has had an outstanding start to the water polo season. In the team’s first ever win against Choate, Mary had 15 saves in the 6-4 victory, allowing no goals in the shallow end. Later in the week, Mary and the water polo team faced a powerful Exeter squad. Although the game ended in a loss, Mary made 20 saves in the all deep-end pool to keep the team alive throughout the game.

Conor Archbald ’13

A workhorse midfielder for the boys’ varsity lacrosse team, Conor has been an encouraging and motivated leader on and off the field. In last week’s match up against Gunnery, Conor had 2 goals and 3 assists in the teams narrow 15-16 loss on the road. Conor has scored in all three of the boy’s lax games team and is proving to be a strong competitor early in the season.

Among the highlights of the winter sports season were a eighth-grade NEPSAC swimming champion, a record-breaking girls junior varsity hockey team, an all-time leading scorer on the girls hockey team, and two wrestlers who finished in the top 16 of their weight class—the best Williston finish in almost a decade.

Director of Athletics Mark Conroy announced the following highlights and individual award winners during assembly on March 21. The award winners were also recognized during winter sports team night on February 28.

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