Kresse Alvey '14 (Lincoln, Neb.) 3rds Girls’ Basketball
Kresse has been a pivotal member of the 3rds Girls’ Basketball team. She consistently encourages her teammates to perform at their highest level. During games, Kresse is one of the most aggressive players on the court, always giving 100%.
Ben Kim '12 (Franklin Lakes, N.J.) Varsity Boys’ Squash
Ben recorded the only victory of the weekend for the Rams, coming back after losing the first game of his match, to win 12-10 in the fourth against a strong Shipley opponent. Ben’s play has improved greatly over the season and we are looking forward to watching him compete against his peers in our MAPL tournament this weekend.
Yujin Koh '13 (Busan, Korea) Varsity Girls’ Squash
Yujin played a great match in the MASA tournament consolation round. Playing up two spots from her normal position, Yujin’s determination, hustle, and well placed shots gave her the edge to win the first game 11-9. Her Conestoga opponent gained the momentum back with two close wins, but Yujin battled back to tie the match at 2-2 and force a fifth deciding game. Congratulate Yujin for her much improved play and positive, competitive attitude on the court.
Elijah McLaurin '12 (Poughkeepsie, N.Y.) Varsity Boys’ Basketball
Elijah played his best basketball of the season to spearhead a three-game win streak for his team. On the week, McLaurin upped his game averages to 12 PPG, 4 RPG, and 4 APG as the Hill boys swept the week of Feb 1st with three wins over Phelps, Shipley, and Mercersburg.
Greta Rosen-Fondahn '13 (Limhamn, Sweden) Varsity Swimming
Greta had an exceptional performance in swimming’s final dual meet. She swam best times in two events, the 200 IM and 500 Freestyle. She swims hard every day at practice, and that dedication is beginning to show results. She’s a great addition to the varsity team this year.
Robert Sutherland '12 (Denton, Texas) Varsity Swimming
Robert has been a consistent power performer for varsity swim team all season. He set a pool record in the 100 Butterfly at Episcopal Academy – the first swimmer in several years to set another school’s pool record. Then at MAPL’s he claimed the #8 position on the list of all-time top-ten swims in the 200 IM in Hill history. He’s ahead of such greats as John Kennedy ’94, Brian Gilhooly ’91, and Alberto Mestre ’82.