JEHS Celebrates Athletic Achievements at Varsity Spring Sports Awards
Jordan-Elbridge High School proudly celebrated the dedication, sportsmanship, and achievements of its student-athletes at the Varsity Spring Sports Awards on Wednesday, June 12. The ceremony recognized the hard work and resilience of our varsity teams, marking the end of an exciting spring sports season that concluded in late May.
Season Highlights:
- Lacrosse: Both the boys' and girls' varsity lacrosse teams showcased determination and skill throughout the season, but were unfortunately knocked out in the first round of the playoffs.
- Softball: The varsity softball team fought valiantly, making it to the second round where they faced a narrow defeat against Cazenovia with a score of 1-0.
- Baseball: The varsity baseball team delivered an impressive performance by defeating the number one seed in the first round. Their season ended in the second round with a close and controversial loss to Little Falls.
- Track and Field: David Lawless and Peyton Bates won individual Section 3 championships. Additionally, Roanan Ross, along with David and Peyton, advanced to the state qualifiers. Though they performed admirably, they did not progress to the state meet.
Senior Athlete Banquet:
On Thursday, June 6, the Senior Athlete Banquet honored our graduating athletes, with each senior receiving their senior athlete plaques. It was a night to celebrate their contributions and commitment to Jordan-Elbridge athletics.
Award Winners:
- Female Athlete of the Year: Abigail Ahern
- Male Athlete of the Year: Austin Brunelle
- Female Eagle Pride Award: Olivia Bennett
- Male Eagle Pride Award: DJ Orlowski
- Scholar Athlete Awards: Haley Root and Peyton Bates, who were also recognized at the Section 3 Scholar Athlete Dinner on Monday, June 10
- Comeback Player of the Year: Wyatt Werth
These awards highlight the exceptional talent, perseverance, and academic excellence of our student-athletes. Congratulations to all the winners and participants for their outstanding achievements!