At East, dedication and growth define what it means to be an athlete, and for senior thrower Lia Paribello, those qualities have set her apart as this week’s Athlete of the Week.

Paribello has made a name for herself in both shot put and discus, two events that often go unnoticed compared to track’s running events. However, her commitment, consistency, and internal drive have helped her rise to the top of the program. Continue reading Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Week: Lia Paribello

“Ella is a big leader in the room. She is always helping other teammates with technique and cheering on the rest of the girls,” DeBenedetti said.

Cooper has been wrestling since seventh grade, and what keeps her motivated goes beyond wins and losses.

“My favorite thing about it is the community and the people,” Cooper said. “One thing I especially love is making friends. Even from rival schools, I still make friends. It’s awesome.” Continue reading Girls Wrestling Athlete of the Week; Ella Cooper

enior Jovan Cerny has been nominated for East’s Athlete of the Week by coaches Paulino Coy and Zachary Clancy due to his consistent leadership and presentation of E.A.S.T. ‘s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition. Continue reading Pinning His Title As Athlete Of the Week: Jovan Cerny

unning into this week’s Athlete of the Week, East is shining the spotlight on senior cross country runner, Julia Burney. According to her coaches and teammates, Burney embodies the E.A.S.T. values: Excellence, Academics, Spirit, and Tradition. Continue reading Girls XC Athlete of the Week: Julia Burney

Senior defender Ryan Brandt has been chosen as Athlete of the Week for his contributions and representation of E.A.S.T.’s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition. Now a four-year member of East’s soccer program. Brandt has climbed from the freshman team to JV and now, a varsity starter. His hard work, both in and out of season, has helped him grow into a consistent … Continue reading Athlete of the Week: Ryan Brandt