Student Star Athlete: East Hampton's Kerri 'Puts Others' Needs First'

EAST HAMPTON, 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 Nicole O’Donnell who nominated Kerri of East Hampton.

Star student athlete’s name

Kerri

Star student athlete’s home state

New York

Star student athlete’s Patch town

East Hampton

How do you know the star student athlete?

She’s my daughter

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Field hockey and softball

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

Kerri is a driven student athlete. She works hard at maintaining excellent grades all while maintaining focus and dedication to her sport. She never misses practice and being a part of a team is what is most important to her. She works year round at bettering her field hockey skills and made varsity as a sophomore this season on her field hockey team. She is also a starter. She gives back to her community and as a freshman she earned 100-plus community service hours and was inducted into the Century Club at her high school. Her JV softball coaches awarded Kerri with the coaches' award her freshman year. Kerri is enthusiastic and kind and always puts the needs of others first.

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

Kerri is driven and hardworking. She wants the best for all those around her as well as herself. She is helpful and kind and loyal.

Keep up the great work, Kerri O’Donnell!

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