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South Charlotte Sports Report“HOMETOWN TEAMS ... HOMETOWN KIDS”
Volume 12, Issue 10 October 26, 2017 - FREEwww.southcharlottesports.com @SCSportsReport
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Providence Day School senior field hockey mid-fielder Grayson Buben is closing out an outstanding prep career for the Chargers. The daughter of John and Leslie Buben will head north on I-77 to attend Davidson College next season. Grayson is excited to continue playing the game she loves in addition to chasing an outstanding education at Davidson
The sport of Field Hockey has been growing by leaps and bounds here in Charlotte. Grayson jumped on board at just the right time when she first picked up the sport in seventh grade. With hard work and dedication to improvement, Grayson became a col-lege prospect.
As a midfielder, Grayson carries many responsi-bilities on the field. She shares those with us.
“My main responsibilities are to pass and dis-tribute the ball in the right places to set our offense up for success, creating forward momentum. I have to recover quickly from offense to defense and help keep the other team out of the scoring circle. I also get to take clean hits or make strategic passes on penalty corners.”
Grayson worked hard to become a college pros-pect. She shares how it happened.
“Mostly through attending and performing well at summer college camps, where the coaches get to see and meet you on and off the field over a four or five day stretch. There is great one on one interaction with the coaches and college players at the camps.”
“I also play with Charlotte Ambush Select Team. We travel to tournaments in California, Pennsyl-vania, Virginia, and Florida. We play indoor tour-naments in the Winter and Outdoor tournaments
in Spring, Summer and Fall. The biggest outdoor tournaments are Festival, held over Thanksgiving, in Palm Springs, CA and West Palm Beach, FL (they rotate venues every year) and Top Recruit, held in Sarasota, FL. The biggest indoor tournament is Spooky Nook Nationals in Lancaster PA. There are usually 150+ college coaches at each of these tourna-ments.”
When the coaches began to look closer at Gray-son, they found that she was an All-State and All-Conference player. Her resume also includes play-ing in the East-West NC All-Star Game in 2016. Grayson also found success in the larger events and scored game-winning goals in each of the Semi-Final and Championship games of Cary Academy Cancer for Cure Tournament.
After visiting many colleges, Grayson began to focus closer on Davidson College.
“There was just a very good fit for me at Davidson. I could tell there was a great chemistry between the coaching staff and the Davidson players. I bonded with them instantly. They really made me feel wel-come and they seem to have great relationships on and off the field. My first priority is to prepare my-self for life after college and, academically, Davidson fits that bill. For me, Davidson is the perfect place to balance academics and athletics.”
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DAVIDSON FIELD HOCKEY COMES CALLING FOR GRAYSON BUBEN
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The Marvin Ridge Middle School Varsity Volleyball Team has been named the Sonny’s BBQ Team of the Week. The Mavericks completed their regular season undefeated with a 16-0 record. Under the leader-ship of Coach Jo Meewes, this team proved to be another strong and deep volleyball team at Marvin Ridge Middle School.
Congratulations to the The Marvin Ridge Middle School Varsity Volleyball Team for being named the Sonny’s BBQ Team of the Week.
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Charlotte Catholic senior tennis player Lizzy Fiepke has been named the P. Saylor Fence / Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools Good Sport of the Week. The 17 year old daughter of Tom and Julie Fiepke has been playing tennis since the age of ten.
Lizzy is a three-time state qualifier in doubles and two time doubles regional champion for the Cougars. Her tennis play has taught Lizzy to be more confident and balance time between friends, schoolwork, and tennis.
Lizzy carries a 4.52 GPA and is in the top 10% of her class. She is in the National Honor Society and an AP Scholar. Lizzie plans to attend Northwestern University in Illinois or UNC-Chapel Hill next season. Away from school, Lizzy volunteers at the hospital during the summers and tutors kids at Cotswold and Myers Park Traditional Elementary Schools during the school year. Congratulations to Lizzy Fiepke for being named the P. Saylor Fence / Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools Good Sport of the Week.
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The Marvin Ridge Middle School Club Volleyball Team
Front Row: (L-R) Cadie Crawford, Kelsie Robitaille, Madison Ayars, Lainey Young, Carter Quinn, Second Row: (L-R) Ava Vaca, Lauren Legge, Mikaela Behrens, Carmen Behrens, Norah Baja, Veena Mangallampalli, Medha Das, Samantha Smith, Abby Scott O’ Donovan Third Row: (L-R) Bianka Naik, Evelyn Smith, Molly McCleary, Joy Keen, Anna Kate Justice, Abby Cloninger, Mackenzie Miles, Kathryn Graham, Darby Mintz, Gabby Gagnon, Coach Jo Meewes Back Row: (L-R) Aidyn Bowles, Soraya Lewis, Finley Habenicht, Lillian Tolson, Michelle Onwu, Meredith Meek, Cora Sokhi, Katherine Palmer, Kerry O’Neill, Esha Singaraju, Lacy ColeNot Pictured: Olivia Jackson, Maddie Sinacori, Alyssa Offenheiser, Ceara O’Neill, Aditi Mohan
The Jay M. Robinson Middle School Softball Team
Front Row: (L-R) Nicole Hetzel, Jordy Ketover, Lilly Deaton, Caroline Callahan, Caitlyn Mancz, Alexis PizarroBack Row: (L-R) Coach K. Vanderhill, Mackenzie Burkett, Reese Gabriel, Ella Jordan, Berkeley Whitten, Sam Mitchell, Katie Goode, Ginny Shires, Macy Aikia, Coach B. Vanderhill
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AUDREY NELSON LEADS MYERS PARK GOLF TEAM
Myers Park High School junior golfer Audrey Nelson is leading the way for the Mustangs Golf Team. The daughter of Tom and Anna Nelson finished as the runner-up in the Southwestern 4A Championship with a score of 7�. Her top nine hole score has been a ��. Audrey has been play-ing the game since the age of six and is now seeing the rewards of all her hard work on the course and driving range.
Audrey and the members of the Myers Park High School Girl’s Golf Team have won three consecutive team conference championships. This season, Audrey has recorded the lowest score for each match and finished the regular season with a �8 average. She scored All-Conference hon-ors for the third straight season. Audrey has also been the North Carolina Drive, Chip and Putt State Champion in the past.
Inside the classroom, Audrey is an excellent student with a 4.6 grade point average. She is in the International Bac-calaureate Program at Myers Park and also serves as a member of the Myers Park Academic Team.
Away from the classroom and golf course, Audrey plays violin in the Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra. They performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City this past summer.
Audrey Nelson is certainly a Student-Athlete to keep an eye on over the next year. Her hard work and dedication to school, golf and the fine arts will carry her on to great success in college and beyond.
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Eleven year old Gavin Shrader has been named the Union County Student Athlete of the Week Powered by Huntington Learning Center. The son of Tracey and Christie Shrader plays football for the WCWAA Junior Pee Wee Football Titans. Gavin attends Antioch Elementary where he is a fifth grader. His favorite class in school is Math.
Gavin plays all over the field for his team, spending time at Receiver, Fullback, Linebacker, Cornerback, Quarterback and even Center. He also enjoys playing basketball at WCWAA in the winter.
Gavin’s favorite football memory came when he was playing QB and ran a bootleg to the right side. The other team ran to the left ex-cept for a Cornerback that he outran to score a 76 yard touchdown.
Congratulations to Gavin Shrader for being named the Union County Student Athlete of the Week Powered by Huntington Learning Center.
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Breakout Star of the Week “Honoring Student-Athletes Preparing For Future Success”
AShLyN hANSONMyers Park High School Freshman Ashlyn Hanson has been named the Karsey Glass Breakout Star of the Week. The 14 year old daughter of Mark and Tammy Hanson began playing volleyball at age nine after watching her older sister, Alexa, on the court. Ashlyn is a year round volleyball player, also participating on a club volleyball team. Ashlyn plays the position of outside hitter on the court. The position requires Ashlyn to pass the best ball she can to the setter and then quickly get into position, to hit the ball.
Ashlyn is a member of the Mustangs Varsity team and she hopes to one day play college volleyball. She has built a nice resume to date including a trip to the USAV Junior National Championship and playing three years of high level club volleyball.
Inside the classroom, Ashlyn is a straight A student and she is in the IB Program at Myers Park. Ashlyn works hard to strive to be the very best she can be inside and out of school. Congratulations to Ashlyn Hanson for being named the Karsey Glass Breakout Star of the Week.
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Page 6 Volume 12, Issue 10STUDENT-ATHLETES OF THE WEEKLUKE HEFFERLY
Ardrey Kell High School senior football quarterback Luke Hefferly has been named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week. The son of David & Robyn Hefferly was named as an All-Conference player last season for the Knights. His top sports memory came in his junior season when he led the Knights to a big win over rival Providence and passed for four touchdowns and ran for another.
Luke works hard to serve as a leader on this team and strives to help the Knights navigate tough situations as any good leader would do. While this season has been challenging for the Knights Luke has kept his spirits and is working hard to help the
team finish the season on a high note.
Inside the classroom, Luke is an excellent student with a 4.8 grade point average. He is a member of the National Honor Society, DECA, Math Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society. Luke plans to attend Auburn University to study Engineer-ing next year. Congratulations to Luke Hefferly for being named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week.
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SYDNEY GREESONSouth Mecklenburg High School junior cross country and track athlete Sydney Greeson has been named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week. The 16 year old daughter of Ron and Christine Greeson started competing on a running club at South Charlotte Middle School and has now progressed to the level of being a successful high school runner. In addition to cross country Sydney competes in track where she lists a personal best time of 5:57 in the 1600 meter event.
Sydney works hard with her coaches to develop her stride and running form. She continues to push herself during practice
and works hard to not slow down or give in when the run gets tough.
Inside the classroom, Sydney carries a 4.2 grade point average with several AP courses on her schedule. She is also a member of the National Honor Society, Student Government and FCA organization at South Meck. Sydney also enjoys tutoring students at Carmel Middle School. Congratulations to Sydney Greeson for being named the Architech Sports and Physical Therapy Student Athlete of the Week.
Front Row: (L-R) Jakob Sisk, Ryan Cruz, Mark Gilliland, Drew Tsefrikas, Jysen Shepherd, Braeden BargerMiddle Row: (L-R) Drew Wiseman, Mason Zepp, Andrew Harris, Brazil Hampton, Aiden Harris, Jack Greene, Gavin ProvencherBack Row: (L-R) TJ Davis Jr., Jaxon Clegg, Dallas Brannon, Joseph Madden, Jacob Dooley, Kolton Dufrene, Nicholas Hames, Gavin Shrader, Gregory FeeCoaches (L-R) Coach Joe Madden, Coach Jared Dufrene (Head Coach), Coach Tracey Shrader, Coach Greg FeeMissing: Coach Jeff Zepp
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The Jay M. Robinson Middle School Cheer Team
Front Row: (L-R) Hannah Schumacher, Helena Duffie, Taylor Szep, Kate Pool, Kyndall Ussery, Kylan KeenanBack Row: (L-R) Michaela Shail, Ellen Jackins, Kerrington Bostick, Zoe Cousin, Sha’Nautica Nuness, Olivia Blank, Juliana EspinozaNot pictured: Katie Grosse
The Jay M. Robinson Middle School Golf Team
Coach John Neary, Bella Brasch, Miran Bhima, Kyle Bean, Jack Luther, Will Brodie, Shea Smith, Aiden Barnes, Megan O’Keefe, Emma Babbidge
Liam PickettArdrey Kell High School senior football player Liam Pickett has been named the winner of the Shoeless Enterprises Leadership Award. The son of Liam and Marcie Pickett also plays basketball and lacrosse throughout the year. In football, he plays Linebacker, Receiver and Tight End. Liam also plays Midfield in lacrosse and power for-ward in basketball. Liam also carries the honor of holding a second degree black belt in martial arts.
Liam works hard to help his team as a leader and to guide younger players through their develop-ment on and off the field. He often expresses his belief of never giving up no matter how hard a task may be.
Inside the classroom, Liam carries a 4.3 grade point average and has been on the A/B Honor Roll all throughout high school. Liam is planning to attend either UNC-Chapel Hill or the United States Merchant Marine Academy next year.
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Boating Without Owning - It’s About TIME!
ChASE FIEdORMarvin Ridge High School junior football player Chase Fiedor has been named the Carefree Boat Club Rising Star of the Week. The 17 year old son of Kent and Janet Fiedor plays offensive guard and defensive tackle for the undefeated Mavericks. Chase has been in the starting lineup for the team since the ninth grade and he is most proud of never missing a snap due to fatigue or injury. Chase is working hard to earn the chance to play college football following high school graduation.
The Mavericks are primed for a deep run in the playoffs this year.
“This will be the second time that I have been involved in the playoffs and they are always a great experience. It’s always exciting to play, because you know the stakes are
a lot higher. The experience is also extremely rewarding, especially if you make it to the championship which has been a goal of our team since the start of the season.”
Inside the classroom, Chase carries a 4.2 grade point average and has earned an academic letter every semester of high school. He is also active with Paws In the Panhandle, an animal shelter. He was inspired to begin to help the shelter and find new homes for dogs after adopting one of his own. Congratulations to Chase Fiedor for being named the Carefree Boat Club Rising Star of the Week.
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Ardrey Kell High School senior multi-sport athlete Emma Wiese has been named the Community Hero of the Week. The 17 year daughter of Bill and Doris Wiese participates on the swim, cross country and track teams at Ardrey Kell.
Emma has been a competitive swimmer for many years and as a freshman she went on the hunt for a new fall sport. After settling on cross-country, Emma went to work to become a top runner. Her personal best time has been a 1�:�0. Emma works hard to stay focused in each race and push herself to go faster when she feels she can’t.
Emma has volunteered in excess of 150 hours at Carolinas Medical Center in Pineville and also served as a volunteer at the Room At The Inn through her church. She enjoys giving back to her community and helping others.
Inside the classroom, Emma is an A student and carries a rigorous load of AP and Honors level classes. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Rho Kappa Honor Society and the Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society. Emma hopes to attend UNC-Chapel Hill or NC State next fall. Congratulations to Emma Wiese for being named the Community Hero of the Week.
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The MARA Colts Pop Warner Football Team coached by Chuck Budd
Front Row: (L-R) Coach Marcus Giles, Xavier Davis, Ryan Mercer, Pierce Giles, Braylon Corcoran, Harrison Walls, Joshua Pietila, Reece McIlveen, Deshawn GanttBack Row: (L-R) Coach Sultan McGregor, Coach Chuck Budd, De’sean Huggins, Justin Singleton, Karin McGregor, Jackson Byrum, Luke Feus, Josiah Huntley, Brooks Daniel, Charles Budd, Coach Scott Singleton, Coach Tim Pietila
Q SHACK COACH OF THE WEEK
Coach Brian Vanderhill has been named the Q Shack Coach of the Week. The long-time head coach of the Jay M. Robinson Middle School Softball works hard to provide a positive experi-ence for the Lady Charger softball players. The team works each day on softball skills that will prepare them for future play at area high schools.
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The MARA Colts Pop Warner Football Team coached by Stephen Brown
Front Row: (L-R) DJ Cameron Horton, Caleb Hill, Elijah Maples, Hawk WeathermanMiddle Row: (L-R) Billy Wilkes, William Sutcliffe, Martha Tucker, Tyson Conder, Evan Caldwell, Ford PhelanBack Row: (L-R) Elijah Furtick, Connor Boyce, Corey Peters, Owen Yoder, Francis Nott, Connor SheltonCoaches: (L-R) Coach Matt Yoder, Coach Stephen Brown, Coach Rod Wilkes, Coach Dan Maples
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Front Row (L-R) Pedro Guzman, Sammari Tate, Jacob Schumacher, Shaan Bose, Kinson Middleton, Ben Steier, Harrison LucasMiddle Row (L-R) Caden Tarr, Haydn Toth, Alexander Crenshaw, Joshua Williams, Ryder Ward, Arthur Santos Lima, Cole DruryBack Row: (L-R) Clay Patton, Jaylen Jennings, Bryson Tarr, Caleb Milligan, Preston Broadway, Joshua Little, Jonah Bright, Asher LittleCoaches (L-R) Raja Bose, Hazel Williams, Brian Bright, Pedro Guzman
Grayson has always worked hard to achieve academic success. She carries a �.�5 grade point average and is enrolled in three AP classes this year. Grayson is also a member of the National Honor Society. She has been involved in SOS (Students of Service) and volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House since the �th grade.
It’s great to see all the talented field hockey players being discovered here in our community. The South Charlotte Sports Report is very excited for Grayson and we wish her the very best this season and next year at Davidson. Good Luck Grayson!
GRAYSON BUBENContinued from front page
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