EPCHS Star Student Athlete Coaches Future Mustangs

EVERGREEN PARK, IL — 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 Gabriela Amaro who nominated Eduardo of Evergreen Park. Gabriela is Eduardo’s mom.

Star student athlete’s name:

Eduardo

Star student athlete’s home state:

Illinois

Star student athlete’s Patch town:

Evergreen Park

How do you know the star student athlete?

He is my son

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Football and wrestling at EPCHS.

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

Eduardo is a star student athlete. He is the starting defensive end in varsity football, and is also a state qualifying wrestler in the 220-lb. division. He volunteers with the Evergreen Park Stallions youth football team, which is where he got his start. He has a 3.75 GPA and his teachers email me regularly regarding his hard work in school. He helps at home and prioritizes time with family. He recently had unofficial visits with prospective universities including UPenn, and is looking to continue playing football at the undergraduate level.

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

Eduardo is hardworking, humble, kind and funny. He listens and respects his coaches and teacher. He makes being his parent a breeze.

Keep up the great work, Eduardo!

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