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Presented to athletes who have distinguished themselves by lettering in three or more varsity sports during their senior year.

2020 Avery Boutchard, Emmanuel Fleischer, Sophia James, Lindsey LaForge, Beau Lawrence, Blake Makofsky, and Greg Roberts 2021 Isabella Bartholomew, Chris Catinis, Nathan Chatagnier, Prudence Dudley, Leven Greene, Katie LaForge, Ross Miller, Ford Millican, and Christian Pevey

THE JAMES M. BURLINGAME AWARD

Presented to a student who has demonstrated superior athletic achievement and ability in two or more varsity sports during the school year.

2020/2021 Christian Pevey THE ROBERT L. PETTIT AWARD

Presented to a student, selected by the Athletic Department, who has demonstrated the highest ideals of leadership, character, spirit, and athletic achievement while participating in two or more varsity sports during the school year.

2020 Lindsey LaForge

2021 Katie LaForge THE GLENN “ABE” MARTIN AWARD

Presented to a student, selected by the Athletic Department, who has demonstrated the highest ideals of leadership, character, spirit, and athletic achievement while participating in two or more varsity sports during the school year.

2020 Avery Boutchard

2021 Colin Saucier

THE E. DOUGLAS JOHNSON AWARD

Presented to a student, selected by the Athletic Department, who has demonstrated superior athletic achievement and ability in two or more varsity sports during the school year.

2020/2021 Prudence Dudley

VARSITY SEASON RECORD 10-6; 2-1 Playoffs CAPTAINS Abbie Beck, Leven Greene HIGHLIGHTS After being named district champions, the team advanced to the state semifinals for the first time since 1994. The loss in the state tournament was especially tough, but the team looks forward to a bright future. MVP/MIP MVP: Jayden Coleman, MIP: Abbie Beck COACHES Courtney Ward (head); Danielle Dixon and Cam Gassaway (assistants)

Boys Basketball

VARSITY SEASON RECORD 9-5 CAPTAINS Thomas Devall HIGHLIGHTS In the first game of the season, starting three freshmen, the Saints went on the road to defeat Catholic High of Pointe Coupee at the buzzer on a shot by Matt Weaver. Despite several COVID quarantine interruptions and a tough season, the team is excited for the future and appreciative of senior captain Thomas Devall’s leadership. MVP/MIP MVP: Matthew Mannino, MIP: Bryce Bohannan COACHES Michael Odom (head); Pat LaForge and Brandon Raines (assistant)

2020-21 SCOREBOARD

Football

VARSITY SEASON RECORD 2-3 regular season / 0-1 playoffs CAPTAINS Jonathan Castaneda, Ben Hoppe, Monte Lewis, and Gavin Sperandeo HIGHLIGHTS In an unprecedented year while navigating the new COVID athletic rules, the team persevered and made it to the first round of the Division IV playoffs. MVP/MIP Offensive MIP: Kaheam Smith, Offensive MVP: Monte Lewis, Defensive MIP: William Salvaggio, Defensive MVP: Skyler Shank COACHES Frank Gendusa (head); Brady Benoit, Tim Collins, and Jordan Hill (assistants)

Cross Country

VARSITY SEASON RECORD Girls Win Class 1A State Championship; Boys Place 5th at State HIGHLIGHTS After winning the District 9-1A championship, the girls’ team focused on state. Senior Isabella Bartholomew finished 2nd overall, leading the team to the state win. The boys’ squad steadily improved throughout the season and put forth a strong effort at the state championships, after being named District 9-1A runner-up. Blake Verdigets finished 10th overall. COACH Warren Lind

Swimming

CAPTAINS Isabella Bartholomew, Clara Conatser, Ellie Courtney, Colby Watkins, and Hayes Whitney HIGHLIGHTS In the LHSAA State Championship, the girls’ team took 4th place, while the boys’ team came in 7th. Juliette Magner earned a gold medal in the 100-yard backstroke and a silver in the 100-yard butterfly. The girls' 400 freestyle relay team of Isabella Bartholomew, Isabella Arizola, Seema Hijazi, and Juliette Magner swam an exciting race for the silver medal. Colby Watkins placed 3rd in the 100 Backstroke. MVP/MIP Girls’ MIP: Seema Hijazi, Girls’ MVP: Juliette Magner, Boys’ MIP: Tristan Karno, Boys’ MVP: Colby Watkins COACHES Emily Johns (head); Andrea Bonnette (assistant)

Girls CROSS COUNTRY WINS

Cheerleading

CAPTAINS Alexis Jurisich, Rachel Royerre HIGHLIGHTS The team placed 5th of 20 at the regional tournament featuring teams from Mississippi, Texas, and Louisiana. The team once again earned a bid to compete in nationals at Walt Disney World. Additionally, two cheerleaders made the All-Star Cheer Team. MVP/MIP MVP: Alexis Jurisich and Ava Richard, MIP: Gabby Mannino COACHES Rachel Jurisich (head); Tiffany DuSaules (assistant)

Class 1A State Championship

Indoor Track

CAPTAINS Isabella Bartholomew, Daniel Thompson HIGHLIGHTS Isabella Bartholomew and Kylar Coleman had impressive finishes in the state meet, placing 10th in 1600 and 3200 meter runs and 7th in 60m hurdles, respectively. MVP/MIP Girls’ MVP: Isabella Bartholomew, Girls’ MIP: Nia Norton, Boys’ MVP: Daniel Thompson, Boys’ MIP: Harris Huber COACH Warren Lind

Girls’ Soccer

VARSITY SEASON RECORD 1-11 CAPTAINS Prudence Dudley, Katie LaForge, and Sofia Ortega HIGHLIGHTS The team faced a challenging season with multiple quarantines and game cancellations due to COVID protocols. Despite the adversity, the team remained positive and represented StM with pride. MVP/MIP MVP: Sofia Ortega, MIP: Katie LaForge COACHES Bobby Velasquez (head); Tiffany Laird (assistant)

Boys’ Soccer

VARSITY SEASON RECORD 8-8 CAPTAINS Chris Catinis, Nicholas Arensman HIGHLIGHTS A solid season saw the team advance to the playoffs, but it was a hard-fought, close 3-2 loss in the first round against St. Thomas Aquinas that ultimately ended the Saints' season. MVP/MIP MVP: Chris Catinis, MIP: Blake Verdigets COACHES Sean Dornan (head); Danny Licciardi and Bobby Velasquez (assistants)

Softball

VARSITY SEASON RECORD 6-9 CAPTAINS Katie LaForge, Lauren Bone, Halle Bryan, and Katie Main HIGHLIGHTS The team faced a challenging season of COVID quarantines and cancellations, yet they remained positive and represented StM with pride. One of the biggest highlights was the team’s come-from-behind 6-5 win over Country Day in the bottom of the 7th inning. MVP/MIP MIP: Alexis Akers, MVP: Katie LaForge COACHES Tiffany Laird (head); Holly Dalferes (assistant)

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