Star Student Athlete: Bay Shore's Gianna Shines Off The Field, Too

BAY SHORE, NY — 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 Deana DelMedico who nominated her daughter, Gianna of Bay Shore.

Deanna said that Gianna is not only a talented varsity cheerleader, but brings her A-game to many other aspects of her life.

Read on to learn more about Gianna.

Star student athlete’s name

Gianna

Star student athlete’s home state

New York

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Bay Shore

How do you know the star student athlete?

She’s my daughter.

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Varsity Cheerleading

Why do you believe the Star Student Athlete should be recognized?

My daughter Gianna is amazing. She works so hard in every aspect of her life. She manages to balance her school work, wind ensemble, varsity cheer, where she is a team captain, coaching youth cheerleading, peer support, and dance company, where she is on a competition team. With her schedule, she doesn’t even have a day off! She has overcome so much these past few years, struggling with anxiety & depression, where she was bedridden during her sophomore year. She is an amazing friend, daughter and all around great person. I am so very proud of her and I can’t wait to see what her future brings!

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

She has such a big heart & is always willing to help out her friends & family Keep up the great work, Gianna!

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