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Twenty-three Massapequa High School seniors have committed to continuing their athletic careers at Division I and II college teams next school year.
The athletes, who represent a variety of varsity teams, were honored last month during a special signing ceremony held at the high school. They’re set to compete at universities and colleges — both local and from the around the country.
The event, hosted by the district, celebrated the students’ achievements both on and off the field. Physical education and athletics Chairperson Brian Rath commended the athletes and their families, while Interim Athletics Director Martin Voigt encouraged them to bring pride and sportsmanship to their college teams.
Here’s a look at the Massapequa student-athletes and their college commitments:
Baseball
Christian George, Salve Regina University

Thomas Harding, St. John’s University

Jason Romance, College of Staten Island

Jackson Tucholski, SUNY Maritime

Vincenzo Della Porta, University of Bridgeport

Softball
Samantha Portz, Amherst College

Naomi Tesoriere, Wesleyan University

Madison Tucholski, Roger Williams University

Boys Lacrosse
Joseph Diesso, Adelphi University

Michael Jannotte, Stevens Institute of Technology

Matthew Pettis, University at Albany

Girls Lacrosse
Reilly Cereghino, Sacred Heart University

Olivia DeTommaso, Mount St. Mary’s University

Kiersten Farrell, Merrimack College
Paige Garguilo, Jacksonville University

Micaela Gillis, Jacksonville University

Isabella Grosso, Loyola University Maryland

Cassidy Morrow, Siena College

Jamie Petrullo, Pace University

Molly Solnick, Mercy University

Girls Soccer
Mackenzie Ferrara, Fairleigh Dickinson University

Dominica Rasi, West Chester University

Girls Volleyball
Shea Ringel, Union College

A second ceremony is planned for the spring to honor more Massapequa athletes who will continue their sports careers in college.
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