‘He Is Kind’: West Islip Star Student Athlete, Alexander

WEST ISLIP, 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 Ariana Kind who nominated Alexander of West Islip.

Ariana, who is Alexander's parent, says that he is a "kind" kid who always tries to do the right thing.

Read on to learn more about Alexander:

Star student athlete’s name

Alexander

Star student athlete’s home state

New York

Star student athlete’s Patch town

West Islip

How do you know the star student athlete?

Parent

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Ice Hockey

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

Alex started playing hockey at four years old. He loves the sport and always tries his best to perform a great game. He presently goes to Chaminade HS and takes the LIRR to school.

He studies all the time to keep his grades up and practices two times a week with games on Saturdays and Sundays. He always helps around the house and helps his grandparents, who are 83 years old.

He is kind and helpful, smart and responsible. He sacrifices his leisure time to help people in the community. He's just a kid trying to do the right thing, being a good citizen.

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

That he is kind.

Keep up the great work, Alexander!

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