Star Student Athlete: Greenwich's Keira Shines Off The Field, Too

GREENWICH, CT — 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 Anne Quinn Young who nominated her daughter, Keira.

Star student athlete’s name

Keira

Star student athlete’s home state

CT

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Greenwich

How do you know the star student athlete?

Daughter

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Soccer and lacrosse

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

Keira is taking the hardest math class at Greenwich High School, and she has also helped to teach lower level math classes at GHS and really enjoyed the experience; she has also coached youth lacrosse for many years. She is the President of the Environmental Action Club and Varsity Lacrosse captain, selected by her peers and advisors/coaches. She is also a French Horn player in the highest band at GHS and performs in the pep band at football games. She is a passionate and committed member of the sports and greater GHS community.

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

Last summer she volunteered in a cancer research lab.

Keep up the great work, Keira!

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