These students were awarded, the "Four Star Athlete" award for playing a sport every season for all four years of school (Samantha Mercado/ Patch Staff)
FRAMINGHAM, MA — With a little less than a month left in school, awards and recognition season is here and the Framingham High School auditorium was packed with student athletes being honored. From seniors closing their high school career to the freshman following in their footsteps, awards and accolades were distributed in every direction.
Sitting in the auditorium without their jerseys and gear, the student athletes looked more like humbled, giddy kids — and their parents and coaches matched their energy. In total, eight scholarships were awarded to 11 students, some scholarships accepted more than one applicant.
Recognitions took up the greater part of the night, with almost every team getting a shoutout and students receiving mentions for most valuable player, most improved teams, community service and plenty more.
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Check out the smiles on these recipients:
Bridget Halpin received the Gillian Tara Shor Scholarship from Framingham United Soccer Club. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado(Left to right) Trevor Nardizzi, Alexandra Ashe and Benjamin Fortin received the Lori Vengrow Scholarship from Framingham United Soccer Club. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoCaroline Stacey was awarded the Henry Politzer Scholarship by the Framingham United Soccer Club. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoTrevor Nardizzi and Bridget Halpin were awarded the George Wheeler Scholarship. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoBen Burgess was awarded the Greater Framingham Running Club Rich and Chris Chesmore College Scholarship. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoEmily Rogers was awarded the Bower/Pomerleau Family Scholarship and the Framingham High School Swim & Dive Scholarship. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoAlex Smith was awarded the Lion's Club Scholarship.Athena Boulas was recognized for her work in figure skating, which is an out-of-school sport. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThis year's fall sports Most Valuable Players. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado This year's winter sports Most Valuable Players. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThis year's spring sports Most Valuable Players. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoGeorgia Parker was named best female athlete in a team sport. She plays lacrosse and, as a junior, has committed to Merrimack College to play Division 1 Lacrosse. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoMike Tersoni was named best male athlete in a team sport. He plays hockey and finished his senior campaign by leading his team to the first Super 8 since1994. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoGrace Poku was named the best female athlete in an individual sport. She has been an All-State Competitor for two years in Track and Field with multiple State Championships. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado Ben Burgess was named the best male athlete in an individual sport. He was called the best long distance runner in school history, shattering several records, competing at New Englands and Nationals. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoCaroline Stacey plays field and ice hockey as well as unified track and was recognized for school wide sportsmanship. Stacey stepped up and played goalie for both hockey teams when they couldn't find one. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoErick Olivera plays basketball and volleyball and was also recognized for school wide sportsmanship. Olivera was called a "positive and selfless player." Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado Amy Phalen was recognized for leadership in all three sports she plays: Field Hockey, Basketball and Tennis. This is her second year receiving the leadership recognition. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoNathan Nichols was also recognized for leadership in the two sports he plays:Ice Hockey and Baseball. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado This year's 'Biggest Heart' team award went to the inaugural season of Unifired Sports. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado Kaylee Hall was recognized for heart as an individual. She plays field hockey, ice hockey and softball. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoJake Sofro was recognized for heart as an individual as well. He plays volleyball. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThis year's most improved team award went to the girl's soccer team. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoMikayla Dresser was named this year's 'Comeback Athlete' after bouncing back onto the soccer field from a season ending knee injury. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado This year's 'Fearless Flyer' award went to Molly Carman. She pitched all but 6 innings for the Flyers Softball team this season all while managing her diabetes. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoMatt Noah was named this year's Fealess Flyer as well. He worked to become Wayland, Framingham, and Chelmsford Invitational Champ, Central Sectional Champ, 4th in State, 5th in All States and a North East qualifier. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThe Distinguished Service Award went to Steph Skura. She received the Gold Award from the Girl Scouts and is a senior captain of the softball team. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoPJ Conzo also received the distinguished service award. He Reached out to Bober family during a very difficult time and made sure FHS Hockey was doing all they could to support the entire community. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoTovah Weinstein and Jayda Saade were recognized as selfless individuals. Tovah was Manager of Girls Soccer and Jayda has managed the football and Girls Tennis teams. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado This year's 'All Framingham' team. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThis year's 'Rising Stars' were recognized. Rising stars are underclassmen who have stood out for their work on and off the field. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThese students were awarded, the "Four Star Athlete" award for playing a sport every season for all four years of school. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoThis year's best sport's moment went to the football team for their takeover of Fenway field. Photo Credit: Samantha MercadoBen Burgess was named Flyer of the year. He was recognized for athletic ability on the track, excellence in academics and a terrific attitude toward his teammates. Photo Credit: Samantha Mercado
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