class of 2012 Student-Athletes: Eleven Panthers Play On 27
left to right: Janie Smukler, Emory University (Soccer, Basketball); Sarah Goodwin, Valparaiso University (Basketball); Madeline Miller, Renssalaer Polytechnic Institute (Diving); Megan Ofner, Sacred Heart University (Ice Hockey);Molly Rubin, Kenyon College (Basketball); Paul Zetterberg, Lehigh University (Soccer); Carly Ozarowski, Connecticut College (Field Hockey); Michael Davila, University of Pittsburgh (Lacrosse); Rui Pinheiro, Tufts University (Soccer); Beau Horan, Williams College (Baseball); Sean McCoy, Pomona College (Baseball); and Tim Williams, Director of Athletics
Davon Reed ’13: Looking Back and Moving Forward
By Kathryn Rosko
Davon Reed ’13 has been a basketball phenomenon since coming to Princeton Day School as a freshman. He racked up 1000 points in three years, and picked up many accolades along the way due to his prowess on the court (see Rising Stars of PDS on page 7 for some recent accomplishments). He is also a strong student, a team player, and a grounded individual who both appreciates his experiences at PDS and looks forward to his future. “There has been nothing but growth for me at PDS from the time I stepped foot in the building until my final year at school in both the classroom and on the basketball court,” remarked Reed recently. He has become an honor role student after adjusting to his rigorous academic schedule, and is now the recipient of 20+ scholarship offers to play basketball next year. Juggling schoolwork and courtwork definitely takes finesse. “It took me until last year to figure out the best strategy,” noted Reed. “The key is to take advantage of your free periods as much as possible. If I knock out as much work as possible during the day, I have enough time to work out after school and study, or finish up the rest of my work later on that night.” A highpoint of his PDS career? “That would have to be scoring my thousandth point. It took a lot of hard work and I’m so happy I was able to achieve it in my junior year,” remarked Reed. He also shared a fond PDS memory from further back: “My fondest PDS memory was the Peer Group retreat my freshman year. Seeing my whole grade grow together and have fun under the instruction of senior leaders made me realize what PDS was really about. I’m so excited to be a peer leader this year and give the incoming freshman the same experience that I was fortunate enough to experience.” The future for Davon Reed looks especially bright. Reed will officially make his college decision this fall, but he has narrowed it down. “This fall, I will be take three official visits to Wake Forrest, University of Miami, and Xavier University. Once I finish my visit and evaluate everything, I will be deciding where I want to attend school by the end of October.” Wherever he goes, rest assured this Panther superstar will continue to impress.
Fall 2012