Long Beach Aquatics Swimmers Excel

Names: Maggie Aroesty, Megan Brady, Kellie Cannon, Michael McCarthy and Pat Kilgallen (not pictured)

Ages: 11,16,15,12,16

School: Long Beach Middle School, Sacred Heart, Long Beach High School, LBMS and Xavier High School

Accomplishments: Long Beach Aquatics swimmers Maggie, Kellie and Michael qualified for the Metropolitan Zone Swim Team, and Megan and Pat qualified for Speedo Sectionals (next stop is Junior Nationals).

Key to his success: Their willingness to work hard, along with their determination and drive.

Do you know a great kid? He or she could have accomplished something momentous, or could have been part of a group or team that made a difference. Or, you might just know a kid who is an all-around good kid, deserving of a little honest praise.

The kid you know could be our next Patch Whiz Kid honoree.

Each week, Long Beach Patch seeks suggestions from readers for individual kids, youth groups, teens and even sports teams that wow us with their accomplishments and with their character.

We want to hear about these children and teens and select one each week as the Patch Whiz Kid. Submit your nomination in our comment box below, or e-mail the information to josephk@patch.com.

Be sure to include all of the following information:

●      Your name

●      Your email

●      Whiz Kid's name

●      His or her age

●      His or her school

●      His or her accomplishments or a description of good character

●      The key to his or her success

●     Any advice he or she has for other kids.

If your nominee is selected, we'll contact you!