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What is Student Athlete?

Student Athlete of the Week is the longest running franchise in Valley television, dating back to the mid-80's. Every Thursday during the school year, we feature an area athlete who excels in sports and, more importantly, the classroom.

If you know a high school athlete who's got game, and the grade point average to match, send in a nomination to bcastrovince@myvalleysports.com. Please include the student's name, school, sport, list of accomplishments, GPA, and a contact number for his/her head coach.

Watch MyValleySports.com on WYTV 33 every Thursday at 6 and 11PM to see who is the next Student Athlete of the Week.

Mooney's Chahine Improves Grades, Game
Jeff Chahine had too much fun his freshman year, and his grades suffered. Since then, he's become more serious and now, he's a 3.6 student. Video Video
From Cub to Tiger, Sharon's Carpenter is SATW
Carpenter is the team leader in steals, assists and motivational speeches. She was a freshman on the last Sharon team to win a District X Title. Video Video
Lisbon's Jackson: From 'Chief' to Student Athlete of the Week
Mindy Jackson said sports has taught her to take things one step at a time. That same approach has worked in school, where she ranks seventh in her class with a 3.93 GPA. Video Video
Canfield’s Trebilcock: Success in Pool and School
Garrett Trebilcock is seeking his fourth trip to the state swim meet and holds a time of 1:53.00, which a state and Canfield record. Video Video
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Harding's Kirkland Improves, Gains SATW Honors
As a junior, Jasmine Kirkland was named All Steel Valley Conference and All District as Warren Harding won its first league title. Video Video
Boardman Wrestler Pasquale is SATW
Wrestling at 119 pounds for his senior season, Jerry Pasquale owns a 25-1 record this year and a 108-31 mark for his career. He has been named All EOWL and All Federal League every season, while winning four tournament championships through his career. Video Video
Sports, Smarts Make Salem’s Scullion SATW
Amy Scullion had several Division I schools after her in two different sports. Video Video
For Compassion and Hard Work, Cheff is SATW
When Gina Cheff is not practicing at Wedgewood Lanes, she volunteers at the Rescue Mission, blood drives and various health fairs because she will someday study to be come a nurse, she said. Video Video
Niles’ McDermott will be a Success
Megan McDermott is in her fourth year as the Red Dragons starting point guard, once again leading the team in assists. She’s averaged eight points and three steals a game in trying to help Niles end a long losing streak. Video Video
Chaney’s Cornwell Pushes Himself to be SATW
Anthony Cornwell owns a 3.7 GPA in honors classes and continues to push himself. Video Video
Howland’s Sekanick: One Smart Swimmer
Sekanick, the senior captain of the Howland swim team, finished first in all relay and individual during the season’s first three meets. She is also seventh in her class. Video Video
Mustang Manz: Student Athlete of the Week
Mathews Senior Kayla Manz is beginning her third year as the Mustangs starting point guard. She earned an All County Honorable Mention for her play as a junior. Video Video
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Wilmington’s DeMedal Crowned Student Athlete
He has earned four letters in football and three in basketball. Video Video
Mooney’s Vinopal Tops Stats in the Field, Classroom
Ray has helped the Cardinals go 14-0 and reach the Division III State Championship game. Video Video
Ursuline’s Rossi Earns Student Athlete Honors
At 5'11'', 210, Rossi is a senior captain and a selfless player. Video Video
E.J. Kosec - Poland Football
The Bulldogs standout on offense, defense, and in the classroom. Video Video
Adam Britton - Crestview Football
A two-way star on the football field and the #1 student in his class. Video Video
Shane Peterson - East Palestine Football
Shane has put up big numbers in helping the Bulldogs earn the second playoff appearance in school history. Video Video
Trent Toothman - Salem Football
Toothman tossed the go ahead 16 yard touchdown with :38 left to lift the Quakers over Lakeview in Week 9. Video Video
Shane Ewing - Western Reserve Football
Shane has helped lead Western Reserve to a 7-0 record with another big season under center. Video Video
Monica Ciarniello - Lowellville Cross Country
Monica is the Rockets record holder in cross country with a time of 18:53, which is also a personal best. Video Video
Carolyn Jesko - Boardman Tennis
Carolyn has piled up a 12-1 record so far this season, one year after being named the Federal League Player of the Year. Video Video
Larry Frangos - Campbell Golf
He's the Red Devils leader on the course - and ranks #1 in his class as a 4.0 student. Video Video
Kallie Rogers - Springfield Volleyball
Heading into her fourth year as a starter, Kallie is already the Tigers record holder in sets and assists in a game, a season and a career. Video Video
Tallen Birmingham - Girard Football
Tallen is averaging 5.7 yards a carry and 100 yards rushing a game during the Indians 2-0 start. Video Video
Angela Molaskey - Poland Golf
Angela is the Bulldogs senior leader this season as they try to defend their state title. Video Video
Student Athletes of the Year

2008-09 - Chelsea Bowker, Crestview & Tyler Scott, Howland

2007-08 - Morgan Bonekovic, Brookfield & Marc Kanetsky, Hubbard

2006-07 - Elyse Mongillo, Crestview & Matt Yarab, Ursuline

2005-06 - Ashleigh Tondo, McDonald & John Humphrey, Liberty

2004-05 - Jessie Moore, Boardman & Aaron Merrill, Leetonia

2003-04 - Lauren Teal, Salem & Colin Clemente, Warren JFK

2002-03 - Darcy Quinlan, Howland & Tom Zetts, Boardman

2001-02 - Alex Casi, East Palestine & Jim Sanders, South Range

2000-01 - Kiisha Warfield, Warren Harding & Brad Smith, Chaney

1999-00 - Meghan and Michelle Chovan, Hubbard & Justin Doran, East Palestine

1998-99 - Candace Barak, Cardinal Mooney & Derryck Toles, Warren Harding

Bill Castrovince Bio

Bill is the main sports anchor for WYTV. He's been with Big Board Sports since St. Patrick's Day of 1998, and the party continues!  Bill has been with myvalleysports.com since its launch in 2008.

A native of Euclid, Ohio, Bill says the Mahoning Valley has a true passion for sports, which makes it feel like home. His favorite assignment is "Student Athlete of the Week," but he also enjoys covering all high school sports, the Youngstown State Penguins, and the Browns.

Bill graduated with honors from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University in 1994. Besides sports, he enjoys music, movies, and spending time with his niece and nephew.

He can be seen weekdays on 33 News at 6 and 11PM.

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