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Vienna Star Athlete Is Role Model On Track And In Classroom

Haley of Vienna was nominated as a star athlete for excelling in academics, track and cross country.

Haley is being recognized for being a star athlete in track and cross country as well as in school.
Haley is being recognized for being a star athlete in track and cross country as well as in school. (Courtesy of Linda Lees)

VIENNA, VA — 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 Linda Lees who nominated Haley of Vienna.

Star student athlete’s name

Haley, Grade 12

Star student athlete’s home state

Virginia

Star student athlete’s Patch town

Vienna

How do you know the star student athlete?

Have known Haley since she was born in our wonderful close-knit neighborhood in Vienna

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Track and cross country

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

Haley has been a joy to have in the neighborhood. She’s our baby sitter and dog walker but more importantly she’s always got a smile on her face and a kind word.
She’s a role model at school where she is completing the full IB Diploma program, completed the full Academy program, is certified as a CNA, and participates in the math and science honor societies. Haley also excelled in both cross country and track and has competed at States all 4 years of high school. Haley is currently captain of the team. Dispute all of her incredible accomplishments, Haley remains one of the humblest, delightful young women I know.

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

A wonderful kid who is inclusive and nice to everyone. Very low ego for such a gifted athlete

Keep up the great work, Haley!

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