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DEAR SHORE CONFERENCE SPORTSMANSHIP WINNERS
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n behalf of the Shore Conference of High Schools we would like to congratulate you on your selection as a Sportsmanship Award winner from your high school. You have been chosen for this honor because of your hard work, exemplary leadership skills, respect for others…all while putting the needs of your teammates ahead of your own personal glory.
Sportsmanship Award Winners: • Set and model the behavior expected of your teammates and opponents on the field of play • Accept and understand the seriousness of responsibility, and the privilege of representing your school and community • Live up to the standards of sportsmanship established by the school administration and coaching staff Athletic Directors from the Shore Conference hold this award in high esteem and are very proud to honor you and your family today as you share in this achievement. Please continue your efforts to promote sportsmanship, not only on the playing fields but as you move on through life. Continue to display acts of playing fair, treating people with respect, behaving appropriately and being a positive role model as this will also help you achieve success in college and beyond. On behalf of the executive board and the athletic directors from all 48 schools that make up the Shore Conference, we congratulate you for this most distinguished award. Good luck in all your future endeavors and continue to lead by example. Yours truly, Rich Carroll, President: (Middletown Township School District) Rusty Todd, Awards Coordinator: (Ocean Township School District)
Joe Montano, Treasurer: (Red Bank Catholic High School) Keith Lister, Secretary: (Manchester Township High School)
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MASTER OF CEREMONIES
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evin Williams is the Director of the Shore Sports Network but to many in Ocean County he is best known for his work on 92.7 WOBM as he’s been on the air there in some capacity for nearly 40 years. The radio station is one of Townsquare Media’s four at the Jersey Shore and at some point, he’s been heard on all of them. Kevin is a nine-time winner of the New Jersey Sportscaster of the Year Award (National Sports Media Association) and his popular daily commentary “The Hometown View” has been honored four times by the New Jersey Broadcasters Association for “Best Public Service” and airs weekday mornings on both 92.7 WOBM FM and Beach Radio 1160/1310AM. Kevin is in charge of the team that broadcasts live high school football and basketball games in addition to a weekly high school football show and he also provides daily morning sports reports. He is founder and director of the WOBM Christmas Classic, a 32-team high school basketball tournament at the RWJBarnabas Health Arena which he has run since 1984. For the past six years much of his time has been devoted to the growth of the Shore Sports Network, especially its popular website shoresportsnetwork.com which covers Shore Conference High School sports, A member of the New Jersey Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame, Central Regional High School Athletic Hall of Fame, the Jersey Shore Sports Hall of Fame, Shore Football Coaches Foundation Hall of Fame, Toms River Regional Schools Athletic Hall of Fame and the Jersey Shore Wrestling Hall of Fame, he has also received the distinguished alumni awards from both Central Regional High School and Ocean County College. He has been honored by numerous organizations for his charitable efforts and professional accomplishments. His wife Jane is a retired guidance counselor and they have two children who both live in Hoboken. Brandon (wife Jill) is Director of Public Relations for Fanatics and Alexandra is Senior Director at The Door, a creative relations agency in NYC.
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FADIA EDMOND
WENDERLENS GARIUS
Indoor/ Outdoor Track
Basketball, Soccer
School Attending
School Attending
U.S. Army
Lincoln Tech/Trade School (basketball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I came to the U.S. not knowing the language and customs, sports gave me a way to participate in my school and community.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot because since my freshman year I have been working hard in every sport I play.
BLUE BISHOPS JADA BAKER
SEAN MORRIS
Basketball
Football, Basketball, Track
School Attending
School Attending
Montclair State University
College of the Holy Cross
(Basketball)
(football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being a good sport is very important to me so for that reason I am proud to be recognized for it.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be selected for this award and is easily one of the most prestigious awards I have received
BENGALS CARLY MAROTTA
TYLER SINDEL
Field Hockey, Lacrosse
Football, Basketball, Lacrosse
School Attending
School Attending
The College of New Jersey
Kings College (Football & Lacrosse)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be recognized by my school and the Shore Conference for my hard work on and off the field.
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MUSTANGS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized as a Shore Conference Sportsmanship award winner means that qualities on and off the field matter and people notice.
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MIKAYLA OLIVEIRA
COLE GROSCHEL
Field Hockey, Swimming, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse
Football, Baseball, Basketball
School Attending
School Attending
University of Miami
The College of New Jersey
(Lacrosse)
(Football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Sportsmanship is not just an idea, it’s an action. I am honored to be recognized for providing a good example on and off the field.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an awesome achievement to receive and it’s an honor to represent my school.
GREEN DRAGONS VICTORIA MINES
TROY GOODMAN
Golf
Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track
School Attending
School Attending
Fairleigh Dickinson University WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am humbled by this award and to be recognized for the achievements on and off the golf course is truly an honor.
Rowan University WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: All the hard work for the past four years hasn’t been for nothing and it makes me proud as an athlete.
GOLDEN EAGLES TIMOTHY MURRAY
Basketball, Lacrosse
School Attending
Fordham University
COLTS 8
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being selected to represent CBA for this award is a tremendous honor given all of the extremely dedicated student-athletes I attend school with every day.
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EVA GIBSON
ALEXANDER HOU
Cross Country, Basketball, Track
Swimming, Tennis
School Attending
School Attending
American University
University of Maryland
(Cross Country, Track)
COUGARS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am very grateful and flattered by this honor, especially because there are so many deserving athletes at our school.
OLIVIA HAYE
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am truly honored, humbled and appreciative to represent CNHS as a recipient of the Shore Conference Sportsmanship Award.
OLABOBOLA ALUKO
Powerlifting, Track
Track, Football, Powerlifting
School Attending
School Attending
Kean University
Savannah College of Art and Design (Track)
(Football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot because I see sports as more than winning and losing, it’s about making sure everyone has a good time as well as making connections with your teammates and others.
ABBY WILLIAMS
KNOX HAMILTON STOKES
Field Hockey,Indoor & Outdoor Track
Football, Volleyball
School Attending
School Attending
St. Lawrence University
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
(Field Hockey)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am humbled and proud to have received this recognition and wish to thank my teammates, coaches, athletic director and family for always supporting me. Colonial for life!
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WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am very grateful to receive this prestigious award. Treating my peers with respect and kindness is something I try to do every day.
GRIFFINS
COLONIALS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This means a lot to be recognized as a team player and an example to my peers.
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ALEXANDRA SIMON
CRISTIAN CORCIONE
Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Soccer, Basketball, Baseball
School Attending
School Attending
UNC-Wilmington
Kean University (Baseball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I feel like I made a difference and was a good role model to others by showing how to work hard for your goals.
PATRIOTS KERRY HARPER
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award validates how I play the game and how I live my life. Being competitive and staying humble on and off the ďŹ eld.
BRIAN BREMEKAMP
Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Track, Cross Country
Basketball, Tennis
School Attending
School Attending
Binghamton University
Brookdale Community College (Basketball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means my hard work and leadership skills have made an impact on my teammates and coaches.
ABBEY QUIRK
DANIEL J. TEMPONE
Softball, Field Hockey
Lacrosse, Football
School Attending
School Attending
Clemson University WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot to me because all of my hard work and the love I have for my sports and teammates has been acknowledged.
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WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I believe it shows that all of my hard work paid off and it makes me feel content with my high school career.
ADMIRALS
Virginia Tech
HORNETS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor and humbling. Coaches have always urged competing at the highest level while maintaining integrity for the game and respect for opponents.
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ERNIE ONESTI
JESSICA O’BRIEN
Football, Lacrosse
Soccer, Basketball, Track
School Attending
School Attending
The College of NJ
Virginia Tech
(Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am honored & humbled to receive this award & represent my school. This proves to me that dedication & hard work is truly recognized. Win or lose, do it fairly!
REBELS
CAITLIN CONNOR
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized for this award is a great honor for me and my family in knowing that I’ve always been respectful to my fellow competitors. I believe that the way I’ve played both football and lacrosse has been a great example of what sportsmanship is.
RILEY FAHNHOLZ
Soccer, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Soccer, Indoor Track, Tennis, Volleyball
School Attending
School Attending
West Chester University
Ocean County College
(Soccer)
(Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award recognizes the best qualities I have put forward as an athlete and shows that I have left a positive impact on my community.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: To me, it means I reached my goal of being a great teammate and role model.
LIONS KAITLYN SAUICKIE
ROBERT PETROW
Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Indoor & Outdoor Track
School Attending
School Attending
Savannah College of Art and Design
University of Delaware (Track)
(Cross Country/Track)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized as a sportsmanship award winner is an honor that I am extremely thankful for, & is a perfect way to end my senior year.
JAGUARS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: You don’t have to be the best athlete to help your team. With this award I know leadership, respect and integrity go above personal goals.
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GABRIEL TORRES
ALYSSA CASTERA
Football, Bowling, Baseball
Cross Country, Basketball, Softball
School Attending
School Attending
East Stroudsburg University
Monmouth University
(Softball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: To me sportsmanship is being able to put 100% effort & leaving it all on the court or the field while playing the game fair & being respectful through victory & defeat.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Sportsmanship means to be the same respectful person you are, regardless of the situation.
TITANS
SHANNAN DEVLIN
JUSTIN YOUNG
Cheerleading, Basketball, Field Hockey
Basketball, Baseball, Football
School Attending
School Attending
Montclair State University
Brokdale Community College (Baseball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized by the Shore Conference is an honor. I am proud to represent the Red Raiders and our amazing pride as a town.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot to me. It shows that my coaches pay attention to me and notice that I try my best to help my teammates.
RED RAIDERS CLAUDIA SCHREIER
QUINT KEARNS
Field Hockey, Bowling, Lacrosse
Football, Wrestling, Track, Baseball
School Attending
School Attending
University of Delaware
Rowan University (Wrestling)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am humbled to be receiving the sportsmanship award and grateful to have had the opportunity to represent Lacey Athletics on and off the ďŹ eld.
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LIONS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is a great honor to be recognized as a Shore Conference Sportsmanship Award winner for my school.
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YARIELYS ACEVEDO
DANTE MORRIS
Volleyball, Track
Football, Wrestling, Track
School Attending
School Attending
Ocean County College
Springfield College
(Volleyball)
(Football/Wrestling)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being selected is amazing. My goal was always to enjoy every game with my opponent. It’s a friendly rivalry & it should remain civil. It’s an honor to receive this award & I thank my teammates & coaches for making this an unforgettable experience.
PINERS
CASEY KELLEHER
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized brings a big smile on my face. I’m truly thankful, nothing feels better than knowing all my hard work and awards are being noticed. I thank everyone for their love and support.
MARC DENNIS, JR.
Field Hockey, Lacrosse
Football, Basketball
School Attending
School Attending
University of Tampa
King’s College (Football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized with this award means that I have proven to not only myself but my community that I am a leader at all times.
GREEN WAVE ANANYA HAJRA
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award shows that I represent my city and high school well on and off the playing fields.
ANDREW KELLER
Tennis
Wrestling
School Attending
School Attending
Rutgers University
Virginia Tech
(Tennis)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized for this award is proof that determination and kindness are appreciated on and off the court.
BRAVES
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It inspires me to keep doing what I’m doing and to be who I am.
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BELLA SERRANO
RYAN O’LEARY
Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse
Wrestling
School Attending
School Attending
Delaware Valley University
Kenyon College
(Wrestling)
(Football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized for this award is a way for me to represent my school and my family. I was always taught from the beginning to always shake my opponents hand win or lose.
WARRIORS
CRYSTAL PAPPAS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Extremely humbled and honored to be recognized and represent Manasquan High School, the Big Blue community, teachers, coaches and my teammates with this prestigious award.
MARKEL HOURIGANHUTTON
Volleyball, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Football, Baseball
School Attending
School Attending
Salisbury University
Montclair State University
(Football)
(Track)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This is an amazing accomplishment and I am thankful for all my family and friends who helped me. I’m happy that I made the Hawks Nest proud.
HAWKS CELINE BRADY
EUGENE GRAVES III
Soccer, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Track
School Attending
School Attending
Kean University
New Jersey Institute of Technology
(Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am humbled to receive this award that shows my hard work and leadership. I am grateful for the relationships I have made through sports.
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WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means that on and off the field I show the leadership and respect to anyone I come across. Truly humble.
(Track)
MUSTANGS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot to know that a positive outlook in a tough sport does not go unnoticed.
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ALINA OGUREK
DYLAN LOPRESTI
Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Soccer
School Attending
School Attending
Northeastern University
Bucknell University (Track)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is extremely gratifying to be selected for this award that recognizes my academic excellence, leadership and overall contribution to my soccer team success
HUSKIES
MORGAN HURST
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means so much to me that my coaches and teammates not only recognize me as an athlete, but also a leader on and off the track.
PATRICK OSBORN
Field Hockey, Softball
Cross Country, Track
School Attending
School Attending
Penn State University
Elizabethtown College (track)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It shows me that all the work and dedication that I have been putting into sports and school has paid off.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: That hard work really does pay off.
SERAPHS CASEY BOGUES
STEVEN HOLLER
Soccer, Track
Football, Indoor & Outdoor Track
School Attending
School Attending
University of Dayton
Fairleigh Dickinson University
(Track)
(Football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This recognition has shown me that there is more to being an athlete that having athletic ability; it takes leadership, sportsmanship and character to succeed.
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LIONS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It’s an honor and great achievement. I am proud to be recognized for sportsmanship.
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ISLA BRENNAN
MARK ANSELMI
Basketball, Field Hockey
Indoor & Outdoor Track
School Attending
School Attending
University of Pennsylvania (Track)
University of the Sciences (Basketball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am so honored and grateful to have been recognized as a Shore Conference Sportsmanship Award winner. It’s so humbling to know that others see me as worthy of such an honor which would have never been possible without my teammates, athletic trainer and coaches.
EAGLES
SOPHIA PENN
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award is very special to me because I strive to be a good teammate and a strong role model to other people around me.
CHRIS ANFUSO
Field Hockey, Basketball, Lacrosse
Soccer, Indoor Track, Baseball
School Attending
School Attending
St. John’s University
The College of New Jersey (Baseball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized means to me that all my hard work on and off the field/court opens doors to show it paid off.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It’s humbling to be recognized amongst my peers as a sportsmanship role model after taking pride in carrying myself with class throughout my athletic career.
FALCONS NELLIE THOMAS
MICKENNA CHURCH
Soccer, Track
Soccer, Wrestling
School Attending
School Attending
College of Charleston
Rowan University (Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I have always been told to show respect for all, even for people who may not deserve it, not as a reflection of their character, but as a reflection of yours. This award proves that advice paid off.
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SCARLET FLIERS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This is a great honor. Soccer is my number 1 passion and I am fortunate to be continuing my dream at Rowan University. I am proud to represent Neptune Township both on & off the field.
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ISABELLA DOWNS
JOSEPH DIIUSTO
Lacrosse, Cross Country
Lacrosse
School Attending
School Attending
Elon University
Kean University (Lacrosse)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am very honored to have achieved this award. I feel that having the characteristics of good sportsmanship helps you become a great player and teammate.
SPARTANS
CALYN CONWAY
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to represent my school, community and team in receiving this prestigious award.
LUKE MATHIS
Soccer, Basketball, Track
Soccer, Track
School Attending
School Attending
Saint Joseph’s University
Stockton University (Track)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized is a great honor and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be a role model to the underclassmen and work alongside many great leaders on my team. I am proud to represent Pinelands in a positive way.
WILDCATS
MCKAYLA HUGHES
FRANCESCO CRIVELLI
Soccer, Basketball
Soccer
School Attending
School Attending
Nazareth College
Kubert School of Cartoon & Graphic Art
(Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized as a sportsmanship award winner means so much to me. It is an honor receiving this award and I am very grateful.
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WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I’ve been able to successfully lead by example and inspire others to do so as well.
GARNET GULLS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It’s an honor to receive this recognition and represent my school. I’m grateful to my teammates and parents for all of their support
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CARLIE VETRINI
JOHN MEYER
Soccer, Basketball, Track
Ice Hockey, Lacrosse
School Attending
School Attending
Stockton University
University of Maine
(Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am very honored and grateful to be recognized as a sportsmanship award winner. I always try my best to be a positive role model and understanding person.
PANTHERS
SHANA FITZMAURICE
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means the world to me because I have always been a team player. I strive to make the others around me better so we can succeed.
ETHAN GAVIN
Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Baseball
School Attending
School Attending
Emory University
Middlebury College
(Cross Country/Track)
(Baseball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be recognized and the culmination of hard work over the last four years. Thank you to my parents and coaches who supported me along the way.
GABRIELLE ZWEIDINGER
JAMES ECKLYN
Softball, Volleyball
Wrestling, Football
School Attending
School Attending
Florida Southern College
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means that my kind of character as a person is recognized and respected by many. Deeply honored to receive such a prestigious award.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Playing a sport in high school gives me the opportunity to represent my school, and receiving this award means that I am doing so in a positive way.
PANTHERS
Vocational School
ROCKETS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: A tremendous honor to represent all the great athletes in my high school. I am humbled to be selected.
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DANIELLE BORRINO
MICHAEL WRIGHT, JR.
Soccer
Football, Basketball
School Attending
School Attending
Siena College
Fordham University
(Soccer)
(Football)
CASEYS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award means a lot to me because I strive to be a leader in the classroom and on the soccer ďŹ eld and this recognizes that.
MEGHAN MURRAY
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means my hard work, dedication to the grind in the classroom, on the field and court were also recognized for how I performed
GAVIN MAHONEY
Football, Basketball, Baseball
Basketball, Lacrosse
School Attending
School Attending
Penn State University
West Virginia University
BUCS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot to be recognized for working hard and playing RBR sports!
GRACE JAMIN
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot to me. I am proud to represent my school and community.
ALEX MALDJIAN
Field Hockey, Indoor Track, Lacrosse
Football
School Attending
School Attending
Middlebury College
University of Richmond
(Football)
(Lacrosse)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am honored and excited to receive this award. I want to thank my coaches who have instilled and helped me develop the characteristics of being a leader and role model.
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BULLDOGS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means that all the hard work that I have put in on and off the field throughout the past four years has been noticed and appreciated.
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ALYSSA COSTELLO
SAM AROMANDO
Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track
Football
School Attending
School Attending
Clemson University
The College of New Jersey (Football)
BLUE DEVILS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am proud and very grateful to be recognized for my sportsmanship towards others in the many sports that I play.
CHRISTINA D’AMODIO
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to represent my school for this award which represents my character and leadership on the field.
COLE MARKLEY
Tennis, Basketball, Softball
Basketball, Baseball
School Attending
University of the Sciences
School Attending
(Baseball)
Stockton University (Softball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means a lot to me and I am very honored to be recognized as one of the many great studentathletes among the Shore Conference.
RAMS
SARAH KARPELL
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be recognized for all my hard work and dedication throughout the year.
NICOLAS DIAZ-PRADO
Basketball
Volleyball
School Attending
School Attending
Fordham University
Stevens Institute of Technology
(Basketball)
(Soccer/Volleyball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be recognized for this as it is much more important than any other award because of what it stands for.
LANCERS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It means I have done my job to my coach and teammates.
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LAUREN HICKEY
JARRETT TOTH
Soccer, Golf
Bowling
School Attending
School Attending
Providence College
Stockton University (Bowling)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized as a sportsmanship award winner reflects on my ability to work as a team player, rather than being individually minded.
PURPLE ROSES KAMRYN LISTER
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am honored to be given the award and recognized as one of the Shore Conference Sportsmanship Award winners.
DANIEL SCHIEDER
Soccer, Basketball
Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Wrestling
School Attending
School Attending
Ocean County College
Rowan University
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: Being recognized as a Shore Conference Sportsmanship Award winner means a lot to me. It is nice to know that my hard work and effort does not go unnoticed.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be recognized for what I do on the field, in the pool, on the court and in the classroom.
RAIDERS MARISA TAVA
NICK DUNCSAK
Soccer, Lacrosse
Basketball
School Attending
School Attending
University of Pittsburgh
Stockton University
(Soccer)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am very humbled to receive this award. I can only thank my parents and coaches for instituting a great work ethic and attitude in me. Winning the award is a great way to finish out my high school career and I can only hope my actions serve as an example to others.
(Basketball)
MARINERS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award means you can still play the game hard and well but also with integrity.
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MADISON LIQUORI
SAMUEL CONOVER
Softball, Volleyball
Football, Baseball
School Attending
School Attending
University of New Haven
Rutgers University
(Softball)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: This award means so much to me because it recognizes my devotion and passion for sports and my leadership skills as an athlete.
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am honored to receive this award and could not have done it without my parents and coaches. Go RU!
INDIANS
GRACE KENNEY
Soccer, Basketball, Lacrosse
School Attending
Boston College WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: It is an honor to be recognized as a sportsmanship award winner as I have had a lot of fun competing in the conference the past four years.
MONARCHS CASEY STEPPE
JOSEPH FARDELLA
Volleyball, Softball
Football
School Attending
School Attending
Penn State University
The College of New Jersey (Football)
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am proud to represent Wall High School and the student body for displaying sportsmanship in all aspects of the game
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CRIMSON KNIGHTS
WHAT RECEIVING THIS AWARD MEANS: I am very proud to represent Wall High School and the Athletic Department. Sportsmanship is an important part of my school and the Shore Conference and I’m honored to exemplify such traits.
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MONMOUTH COUNTY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR ohn A. DeGenito
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RARITAN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
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OHN D E G ENITO has been the Athletic Director at Raritan High School since 2009 and also serves as Supervisor of the Health & Physical Education Departments, Supervisor of Dance, Supervisor of Co-Curricular Programs and Supervisor of Art. Prior to taking on all of those responsibilities he spent seven years as the Principal of the Hazlet Middle School and before that was a Vice Principal in both the Bradley Beach and Marlboro Township school districts. John began his career in education as an elementary school teacher in Middletown in 1983 and later taught at Thompson Middle School before moving into administration. He currently serves as a member of the Shore Conference Executive Committee, Vice President of the “A Central” Division, President of the Shore Conference of Middle Schools Athletic League and Chairman of the Shore Conference Wrestling Committee. In addition he has been the President of the Hazlet Township Administrators Association since 2010. John is very proud that during his tenure Raritan High School has earned two NJSIAA Sportsmanship Awards, the Gerry White Sportsmanship Award from Shore District Board #194 of IAABO (Basketball) and the Shore Umpires Association Monmouth County Sportsmanship Award. He personally was the recipient of the inaugural “Hazlet School Administrators Unsung Hero Award” earlier this year. John earned his Bachelor of Science from Monmouth University and his Master of Arts from Kean University, majoring in Educational Administration. He lives in Oakhurst and is totally dedicated to serving the students and staff of Raritan High School. “Coach D” as he is known, has coached travel soccer at the youth level for the past 30 years and currently is coaching the Middletown Arsenal U12 Boys.
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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Rob Bechtloff R
OB BECHTLOFF spent 30 seasons as the head boys soccer coach at Central Regional High School, a position he stepped down from following the 2017 season. However Bechtloff did not go far as he assisted the Golden Eagles new head coach in order to make for a smooth transition and will do so again this coming season. During his tenure as head coach Central won more than 300 games and he is the winningest soccer coach in school history. That total includes three South Jersey Group III state titles and numerous divisional championships. His playing career was nothing short of spectacular. Rob was a standout on the powerhouse Brick teams of the late 1970’s and as a senior in 1978 he earned All-Shore, All-State and All-American honors. He is one of only three Green Dragon players to have his number retired (#8) and he was inducted into the Brick Wall of Fame in 2017. Bechtloff continued his education and soccer career at what was then Glassboro State College where he started for all four years and was a team captain as a senior. The accolades continued as he earned All-American honors, helped his team play in three Division III Final Fours and win the 1981 Division III National Championship. He was inducted into the Rowan University-Glassboro State College Hall of Fame in 2014. As a senior he was also vice president of the school’s Men’s Athletic Association. A Health and Physical Education major, he graduated from Glassboro in 1983 and later earned a master’s degree from New Jersey City University. He began teaching at Central in 1985 and is the Chairperson of the Physical Education and Health Department. Rob and his wife Patricia have identical twin daughters, Carly a sophomore at Clemson University and Taylor a sophomore at Villanova University.
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OCEAN COUNTY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR huck Donohue, Jr.
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SOUTHERN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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HUCK DONOHUE, JR. is in his 9th year as Supervisor of Athletics at Southern Regional and 24th in education having started as a Special Education teacher in Egg Harbor Township. During his tenure at Southern he has also served as an assistant coach in football, boys and girls basketball and boys track. Chuck is a member of the Shore Conference Executive Committee and Shore Conference Officials Committee and he also conducts monthly meetings of the Ocean County Athletic Directors. He is the Director for the Score at the Shore Holiday Basketball Tournament hosted by Southern and has served as director of the Shore Conference Volleyball Tournament and site manager for the NJSIAA District 29 Wrestling Tournament. He is also part of the exclusive “609” club that includes Will Sunderman (Pinelands) John Germano (Barnegat) and Aimee Delvento (Lacey). Chuck is a graduate of Saint Joseph High School in Hammonton where he was captain of the football, basketball and tennis teams while also serving as class vice president. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Trenton State College (now TCNJ) and then obtained his Master’s Degree in The Art of Teaching from Marygrove College and lastly his New Jersey State Supervisor’s Certificate through Kean University. Among his many accolades was receiving the prestigious Jim Sullivan Award in 2018 from IABBO Shore Basketball Officials Board #194. That award is given to someone other than an official who has made a significant contribution to basketball in the shore area. Chuck lives in Manahawkin. He and his wife Tamara are very proud of their son Parker and are expecting their second son late this month. #RamPride
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AWARD
Deb Morante DEB MORANTE
has been a trailblazer in the field of athletic training for more than four decades. When she was hired at her alma mater Toms River South in 1978 she became the first full-time athletic trainer in the Shore Conference. Deb took care of South athletes until “retiring” from that position in 2015 and she remains active today as a substitute AT for various school districts as well as Ocean County College. She also serves as an NJSIAA Wrestling Weight Certification assessor and instructor. Her list of accomplishments and awards could fill a book. She is a member of the Toms River Regional Schools Hall of Fame, Toms River South Baseball Hall of Fame, Jersey Shore Sports Hall of Fame and the New Jersey Scholastic Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Deb has been honored by the NJSIAA, Athletic Trainers’ Society of New Jersey, National Athletic Trainers Association, Monmouth University and WOBM Christmas Classic among many others. An outstanding athlete in her own right she competed in women’s luge in the 1988 United States Olympic Trials. While in high school she played on the field hockey, basketball and track teams and as an undergraduate at Drake University competed in volleyball and softball. Deb went on to earn her Master of Science at Kansas State University. She has co-authored publications for the New Jersey Department of Education and the Athletic Trainers’ Society of New Jersey and received a patent for the MRK Shoulder Guard. Her priority has always remained the same; insure the health and well-being of student-athletes. Deb lives in Island Heights with her partner Mary who she thanks for understanding and supporting a career that has resulted in many missed or late arriving family celebrations and holiday gatherings.
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2019 ATHLETIC DIRECTORS LISTING Asbury Park Dr. Walter Barrett
Lacey Township Aimee DelVento
Ranney School Natalie Gorman
Barnegat John Germano
Lakewood Vincent Currao
Raritan John DeGenito
Brick Memorial Ed Sarluca
Long Branch Jason Corley
Red Bank Catholic Joe Montano
Brick Township Peter Panuska
Manalapan Rodney Taylor
Red Bank Regional Del Dal Pra
C.B.A. Vito Chiaravalloti
Manasquan Pete Cahill
Rumson-Fair Haven Chris Lanzalotto
Central Regional John Scran
Manchester Keith Lister
Shore Regional Harry Chebookjian
Marlboro Dave Ryden
Southern Regional Chuck Donohue, Jr.
Matawan Phil Tyburczy
St. John Vianney Rich Lamberson
Mater Dei Prep Rob Eriksen
St. Rose Bob Dubina
Middletown Twp School District Rich Carroll
Toms River East Brian Cerbone
Colts Neck Dave Zwirz Donovan Catholic Joseph Gomulka Freehold Boro Jason Longo Freehold Twp Adam Brusotti Henry Hudson Vincent Esposito Holmdel Shane Fallon Howell Pete Meehan
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Monmouth Regional Tony DeOrio Neptune Rick Arnao
Jackson Memorial Rob Paneque/Mike Smith
Ocean Township H. Rusty Todd
Jackson Liberty Rob Paneque/Ryan Hesnan
Pinelands Will Sundermann
Keansburg Thomas D. Stark
Pt. Pleasant Beach Rich LaDuca
Keyport Kevin Flynn
Pt. Pleasant Borough Christopher Ferrone
Toms River North Paul Barnoski Toms River South William Madigan Toms River Reg Schools Ted Gillen, District AD Trinity Hall Ken Santos Wall Tom Ridoux
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