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WMHS Hands Out Senior Athletic Awards
More than a dozen athletes recognizes for their outstanding achievements in sport.
On Wednesday night, Ward Melville High School recognized its senior student-athletes for accomplishments both on and off the field at its annual awards banquet at the Meadow Club.
Mary Kate Anselmini and Liuben Chipev were selected as the Most Outstanding Senior Athletes in an individual sport. Anselmini capped her illustrious cross country and track career by winning her second consecutive state title in the 2,000 meter steeplechase last weekend. A week earlier, the Stanford-bound senior broke the national record in the event, posting a time of 6:33.01 at the state qualifying meet in Port Jefferson. Chipev shined in the pool as the Patriot swimming and diving team's captain, earning All-County, All-League and All-Long Island accolades.
For team sports, the school acknowledged Abby Beltrani and Tyler Hegarty. Beltrani, who will play field hockey at Duke next year, lifted the Patriots to their fourth consecutive Long Island championship in the fall, scoring twice in their 5-1 win over Massapequa. She was also a key member of their basketball and lacrosse squads. Hegarty played football and basketball but really starred on the lax pitch, leading the Patriots to a berth in the county semifinals.
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Here is a rundown of the athletes who were recognized:
Most Improved Athlete: Erica Schweigert and Chaz Abad
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Sportsmanship: Brittany Antonucci and Brian Droesch
Spirit, Leadership and Cooperation: Jessica Liberty and Patrick O’Hea
Kevin Woods Special Achievement: Bethany Dill
Three Village Coaches Scholar Athletes: Emily Brownawell and Brian Droesch
Patriot Pride Athletic Excellence: Laura Barger and Alexa Stonish
Outstanding Senior Athlete:
Team Sport - Abby Beltrani and Tyler Hegarty
Individual Sport - Mary Kate Anselmini and Liuben Chipev