Wessel Saves Best For Last In Girls Tennis: Patch Star Student Athlete

OAK LAWN, IL — We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Oak Lawn Community High School head tennis coach Dan Doyle who nominated Avery Wessell of Oak Lawn.

Star student athlete’s name

Avery Wessell

Star student athlete’s home state

Illinois

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Oak Lawn

How do you know the star student athlete?

I am Avery’s coach.

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Tennis

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

Junior Avery Wessel saved the best for last this season on the court for Oak Lawn Community High School’s girls tennis team. She improved all season, and she excelled at the South Suburban Conference Red tournament. Paired up with partner Mia Wendt, the two made in-game adjustments and played well.

“Avery really came on at the end of the year, showing dramatic improvement,” head coach Dan Doyle said. “Her attitude, which was positive before, shone down the stretch. Several times, she saw clearly what was working and not working on the court and made the appropriate adjustment on the fly. In particular, she and her partner, Mia Wendt, showed a propensity to adapt their games to ensure success.”

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

Avery's positive attitude shone down the stretch.

Keep up the great work, Avery Wessell!

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