Star Student Athlete: Meet North Kingstown's Emily

NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI — 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 Tom Quinn, who nominated his granddaughter Emily, of North Kingstown.

Star student athlete’s name

Emily

Star student athlete’s home state

RI

Star student athlete’s Patch town

North Kingstown

How do you know the star student athlete?

Grand daughter

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Soccer

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

Emily plays on the Wickford Middle School team as a sixth grader while also playing for a local Surf team and an Elite Travel team, all the while maintaining excellent grades. She is a true team player who is passionate yet compassionate about her sport and her involvement.
While she is competitive, she is a true team player.

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

Emily is a talented soccer player and a great student. The oldest of four girls, she is a leader and is growing into a more confident, resilient and capable young woman.

Keep up the great work, Emily!

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