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'He Has A Heart Of Gold': Commack Star Student-Athlete

We all know athletes who shine whether they're competing or not. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Harold was nominated as a Commack star student-athlete.
Harold was nominated as a Commack star student-athlete. (Daria Teller)

COMMACK, 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 Daria Teller, who nominated her son, Harold, of Commack.

Star student athlete’s name

Harold-- 8th grade

Star student athlete’s home state

New York

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Commack

How do you know the star student athlete?

Mother

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Basketball

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

Not only does he play competitive sports, he’s an honor roll student and is in process of organizing a charity basketball event to prevent children’s suicide.

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

He has a heart of gold and thinks of others first.

Keep up the great work, Harold!

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