Jordan-Elbridge High School recognizes an Athlete of the Month each month of the school year. Using the selection criteria below, the coaching staff of each varsity sport can nominate one individual each month. Every sport being played during any given month should have a nominated athlete. The JE Administration will select a winner from the pool of nominees based on the selection criteria below in addition to performance statistics from competitions during that month.
The coaching staff will select the Athlete of the Month based on the following criteria:
Sportsmanship (respect coaches, officials, opponents, teammates)Commitment (toward practices, games and continued improvement)
Honesty (playing by rules, character)
Positive attitude and enthusiasm for their sport both on and off the field/court
Toughness (both mental and physical)
Work Ethic
Teamwork
Focus and Discipline
Perseverance (overcoming challenges)
It should be noted that the Athlete of the Month may not merely be the “star” player, but rather a team member who sets a good example for others and exhibits the greatest all around attributes of leadership, character and teamwork.
Provisions:
Administration may reject a nominee because of disciplinary issues, attendance concerns, etc. In this case, the committee will consider another candidate.Students who are selected as AOTM will not be able to earn the award again.
Nominations carry over from month to month and re-nominations are welcome.
AOTM can be awarded to any varsity athlete.
Only those who win the award will be recognized; other nominees will not be disclosed.
Our first athlete of the month is Tommy LaFluer from Boys Varsity Lacrosse
As a freshman, Tommy has been thrust into a lead role on the boy's lacrosse team. He has been a consistent presence on the offensive end of the field and accepted any role that we've asked of him. His confidence has grown leaps and bounds since coming to the team last year. He is coachable, has a high lacrosse IQ, and a tremendous work ethic. Never afraid to ask a question, be the first in line for a drill, or push himself during conditioning. Tommy is playing like an upperclassman and has a very bright future for the Eagles!
Our next athlete of the month is Mackenzie Chilson from Girls Varsity Lacrosse
Mackenzie was asked to step into a new role this season, and she did so without hesitation. She's super coachable and consistently applies feedback to practices and games. She may not fill up the stat sheet, but she makes the little plays that make a big difference. She brings a positive attitude every day and always puts the team first. We're grateful for everything she contributes to the team!