EHS Jr. High, High School Athletes Of The Month

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Published on September 5 2024 1:38 pm
Last Updated on September 5 2024 1:38 pm
Written by Millie Lange

Effingham Athletics has started an Athlete of the Month program this year for both the junior high and high school. Each month, head coaches will noinate their top atheltes babsed upon stats, accomplsihemnets, character, coachability, leadership and sportsmanship.

The winners for August are:

Joel Flack was named the August Athlete of the Month. Flack runs cross country.

"Joel worked extremely hard over the summer to improve his running and it definitely shows. He didn't miss a single day on his summer running log, which is a HUGE deal. He has stepped into being the leader on the team and leads well by his example. His drive and dedication to get to state this year is very high and I hope we can help make it happen for him. He is definitely deserving of this award. Everyone would be lucky to have a "Joel" on their team." -- Coach Ervin
 
Elizabeth Kreke  was named the August Athlete of the Month. Kreke plays softball.
 
"Elizabeth is an all around stand-out athlete.. Her current stats are .519 batting avg., 1 homerun on the season, - 13 RBIs (tied for the team leader) and 30 innings pitched, 134 batters faced, and has only walked 5 batters.. Elizabeth has had perfect attendance this season and always shows up ready to work and put forth her best effort. She is VERY coachable and is always ready to try something new. Elizabeth is respectful, a leader, and a great teammate. I think this recognition as Athlete of the Month is the perfect award for Elizabeth Kreke." -- Coach Wilson