2023 Fall Athletic Awards
Clark Public Schools
The Arthur L. Johnson Athletic Department recently held their 2023 Fall Athletic Awards. All the Fall Athletic Teams and their seasons were highlighted by their coaches while all athletes received letters and awards. Over 189 varsity athletic letters were awarded throughout the evening, as participation in athletics at Arthur L. Johnson High School continues to prosper.
The program culminated with the Student Athlete Award, which was presented by the Athletic Director of Arthur L. Johnson High School, Mr. Gus Kalikas. The Student Athlete Award is given out each athletic season to a student athlete that is not only a champion on the field, but in the classroom as well. The 2023 Fall Student Athlete award recipient wasElisabeth Brighouse, with a 4.458 G.P.A.
In addition, the Crusader G.P.A. Challenge was awarded to the team that finished with the highest overall G.P.A. amongst athletic teams for the fall season. The recipients were presented with certificates and will have their team memorialized on a plaque to celebrate their actions both in the classrooms and on the fields. The winner of the 2023 Fall Seasonal G.P.A. Challenge was the Field Hockey Team with a G.P.A. of 4.057. Members of the Field Hockey Team include: Zoey Brown, Gianna Miele, Lacey Vill, Ava Wood, Lily Ficarra, Gia Impellizzeri, Abigial Marcazo, Braelyn Prusakowski, Hailey Webb, Liliana Budnik, Alyssa Donkersloot, Elizabeth Fitzharris, Avery Forfa, Alisia Hamm, Alyssa Szarszewski, Olivia Blanche, Addison Herko, and Caitlyn Marcazo.
The Best Teammate Award will be given out seasonally to one member from each athletic team that best fits the characteristics of a good teammate. The individuals that receive these awards exhibit upbeat attitudes and outstanding character. They helped influence the team’s culture in a positive manner, while always supporting teammates and promoting team unity. The Best Teammate Award Winners were: Cross Country – Peyton Zawoysky, Field Hockey – Ava Wood, Football – Vincenzo Pedersen, Boys’ Soccer – Corey Pires, Girls’ Soccer – Vania Oliveira, Girls’ Tennis – Lena Blumenstock, Volleyball – Julia Bowen, and Cheerleading – Hope Ferrao.
The evening culminated with the announcement of the Team Most Valuable Players. The MVPs were: Cross Country – Kyle Gunsiorowski & Ava Szarszewski, Field Hockey – Zoey Brown, Football – Emilio Menicucci, Boys’ Soccer – Adam Vargas, Girls’ Soccer – Mackenzie Thompson, Girls’ Tennis – Gianna Olas, Volleyball – Cassandra Gloster, and Cheerleading – Aleyna Sahin.
Athletic Director Gus Kalikas, had this to say about the event “Once again, our Fall Athletic Awards Program was a successful as it allows the District, Administration, and Coaches the opportunity to acknowledge a wonderful Fall Sports Season as well as recognize both student athletes and their parents alike for all that they have accomplished this past fall athletic season.”
