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Honor Student, Team Captain, Volunteer: Oyster Bay Student Athlete

Elizabeth was nominated as a Patch star student athlete, because she's "hardworking and determined" and "gives back" to community.

Elizabeth was nominated as a star student athlete in Oyster Bay.
Elizabeth was nominated as a star student athlete in Oyster Bay. (Audrey Sehlmeyer)

OYSTER BAY, 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 Audrey Sehlmeyer who nominated Elizabeth, a senior in Oyster Bay. Sehlmeyer coaches Elizabeth on the high school cheerleading team.

Star student athlete’s name

Elizabeth, senior

Star student athlete’s home state

New York

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Oyster Bay

How do you know the star student athlete?

I am her coach

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Cheerleading

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

Determined. Honor Student, Team Captain, shows leadership to her teammates. Helped reform the HS cheerleading team after a 2 year break. Also cheers on an elite all star team. Gives back to community through Girl Scouts, volunteering to donate goods to local charities as well as the food drive in the parish. The list goes on- but she is the ultimate candidate.

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

She is hardworking and dedicated. Elizabeth shows leadership to her teammates and peers.

Keep up the great work, Elizabeth, Senior!

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