'Gifted Goalie' Closes In On School Record: Wallingford Star Student Athlete

WALLINGFORD, 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 Kim Reutenauer, who nominated her daughter Rilee of Wallingford.

Star student athlete’s name

Rilee

Star student athlete’s home state

Connecticut

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Wallingford

How do you know the star student athlete?

Daughter

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Field hockey

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

Only starting field hockey her freshman year, she is very close to getting the school record as their goalie.

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

She is a very gifted goalie & does her best every game!

Keep up the great work, Rilee!

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