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Claire Duricky LAKE CATHOLIC>>GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD SENIOR>>HURDLES

On the track: In windy conditions at the Hilltopper Invitational, won the 100 hurdles, the 300 hurdles and the 200.

Off the track: “C Durk” is a Mentor resident. Will attend the University of Dayton. Also plays volleyball and flag football. Loves listening to Zach Bryan and Chris Stapleton. Favorite movie is “Tangled.” Her favorite sports memories are making it to state for volleyball and track and field.

Aaron Moss UNIVERSITY>>BASEBALL JUNIOR>>INFIELD/PITCHER

On the diamond: In a 2-0 win over St. Edward, going up against South Carolina recruit Max McClellan, tossed a four-hitter on 70 pitches with no walks and four strikeouts. Is 2-1with 18innings pitched, two walks and 13strikeouts.

Off the diamond: “Muppy” is a Shaker Heights resident. His favorite sports memory is beating Hudson to win the district championship last spring. Favorite team is the San Francisco Giants. Favorite food is Chipotle.

Ava Gundling GILMOUR>>SOFTBALL SOPHOMORE>>LEFT FIELDER

On the diamond: In a 3-1week, batted 11-for-14 with a double, three home runs, 12RBI, 10runs, a sacrifice fly and two steals.

Off the diamond: “Gunny” is a Kirtland resident. “There have been so many great memories in my softball career, a few are winning a major tournament this past January to qualify for PGF nationals, and winning against good teams like Eastlake North.” Enjoys playing basketball, spending time with friends, family and her four dogs. Loves the Browns and watching college softball.

Will Graham CHAGRIN FALLS>>BASEBALL SENIOR>>PITCHER/OUTFIELD

On the diamond: Hitting for the first time this season following a back injury, batted 11-for-16with five doubles, three runs, five RBI, four steals, four walks and a hit by pitch. On the mound, tossed seven innings, giving up three earned runs and striking out eight.

Off the diamond: “WillyG” will attend Ohio University and plans on playing club baseball. His favorite sports memories are spring break trips to Myrtle Beach and Destin, Fla. Favorite food is Indian. Favorite movie is “Waterboy,” his favorite show is “Breaking Bad,” and he enjoys listening to country music. Is a fan of Pittsburgh sports teams.

Madeline Infalvi PERRY>>SOFTBALL JUNIOR>>SECOND BASE

On the diamond: In five games, batted 15-for-19 with three doubles, a triple, 12 RBI, 10runs and four steals. Had a walkoff RBI triple in a come-from-behind win over Gilmour.

Off the diamond: “Maddie” says her hobbies include tennis and wakeboarding. Favorite food is sushi. Favorite team is the Steelers.

Armani Chiappone PERRY>>BOYS TRACK AND FIELD JUNIOR>>JUMPS, SPRINTS

On the track: At the North Ranger Invitational, cleared a personal-best 6-2 to take second. The following day at the Slippery Rock Invitational in Pennsylvania, cleared 6-2 to take third to help the Pirates win the team title. Is tied for the best high jumps in the area this season.

Off the track: Enjoys hanging out with friends and playing video games. His favorite track and field memory is clearing 6-foot in the high jump for the first time at the indoor state meet. Favorite subject is science. Favorite food is bacon. Favorite show is “Suits.” Favorite team is the Seahawks.

Leila Metres HAWKEN>>GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD SENIOR>>SPRINTS

On the track: At West Geauga’s Kurt Frankel Wolverine Invitational, won the 400, was third in the 200 and anchored the winning 4×200 and runner-up 4×400. The Hawks were second as a

Off the track: University Heights resident is known for her pink hair. Will continue running track at UMass Amherst. “My favorite sports memories are from the trips I’ve taken to Columbus for the State meet — playing games on the bus rides, ice baths with teammates, going out to dinner after prelim day, and post-meet cookie trips. Outside of track, I’m passionate about using my love of writing and poetry to raise awareness about social issues and advocate for change. Last summer, I went outside of my short-distance comfort zone and competed in a triathlon.”

Josh Kutsikovich MAYFIELD>>BOYS TENNIS JUNIOR>>FIRST SINGLES

On the court: Has won his first eight matches, with victories over Brecksville, St. Ignatius, Hudson WRA, St. John, South twice, Kenston and Gilmour.

Off the court: Has had a passion for playing tennis since he started playing as a youngster. Hobbies include golf, basketball, working out, going to the gym and hanging out with family and friends. Loves to listen to music. Favorite teams are the Browns, Guardians and Cavaliers.

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