Greetings John Hay students, families, and community,
We hope that by sharing the athletic awards for the 2019-2020 school year it will spread some positivity and joy, which is much needed right now. While we realize that sharing these awards virtually is not ideal, it is at least something – it’s at least a way to honor and recognize our incredible student-athletes.
Also, we want to sincerely thank all of our senior athletes. Whether you played for a season or all four years, your contribution to John Hay athletics is greatly appreciated. Every single coach had nothing but incredible things to say about our seniors, and that is not always the case – you are a special group. As you move on to wherever life takes you, remember the life lessons you learned in your sport and use those to excel in every aspect of your life.
The awards athletes were able to earn this year are as follows:
- Hornet Award: This goes to who best embodies the values of John Hay on the court/field, in practice, at home, and in the classroom
- MVP: This is based on competitive performance in their respective sport
Before sharing the awards, I do want to answer a few questions I have gotten lately:
- If I earned a letter/award, when will I get it? Once the athletic department is able to order and purchase again (it is currently frozen by CMSD) we will get your award/letter to you. If you are a 9th-11th grader, you will be able to pick up your award at school once we are back. If you are a senior, we will reach out later with how we can get you your award once we actually have it.
- When do Fall sports start / when does summer training start? Everything is currently TBD and we cannot do anything until we get strict guidance and guidelines from the district. Once we know, you will know too.
- How can I prepare for sports to restart? Make sure you get an official OHSAA physical and bring it with you once sports/school does start back. These can be turned in to myself or your coach. As of right now, CMSD will NOT be holding mass physicals this year and is encouraging everyone to go to their healthcare provider. Note: Be sure to get an official OHSAA physical, as that is the only one that can count.
- Should I contact a coach about a sport I want to join? If you are interested in playing a sport, please let the coach know you want to join. If you have questions about tryouts/schedules/etc. please hold those until we announce when sports start back. You can find our coaches contact at https://www.johnhayhornets.com/coaches.
Now, I present to you the 2019-2020 John Hay athletic awards.
Fall Sports
Golf
Coach Grys
The team continued to excel in the Senate League and finished 2nd in the Tournament after being undefeated during regular season matches.
Since 2012 the golf team has won 5 Championships, finished 2nd twice and 3rd once.
This season, the following student-athletes competed in OHSAAA Sectionals at Sweetbriar: Emily Gorman, Brooklyn Macklin, Gregory George.
LETTERWINNERS:
4th year – Emily Gorman, Sr
3rd year – Gregory George, Jr
1st year – Brooklyn Macklin, So
1st year – Kimberly Amador, So
1st year – Chase Thompson, Fr
Male MVP – Gregory George, CMSD Male Medalist
Female MVP – Brooklyn Macklin, CMSD Female Medalist
HORNET AWARD – Emily Gorman
“Emily was a steady low-scoring golfer for all four of her years of HS competition. She actually finished as the Female “Runner-up” to the medalist all 4 years. Three times to her own teammates, once to a girl from East Tech. Her goal was always to be the best, so to finish 2nd each year came with disappointment that she always handled with Grace, Poise and Dignity. I could not think of a better example of the true “HORNET AWARD” winner. She actually should be recognized by the district as the FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR that usually corresponds with a scholarship award. She is a LEADER in sports and academically as well as her Class President. She is making an effort to play Golf in college. She also was a member of the Softball team for the 3 years prior to the Coronavirus season of 2020.” – Coach Grys
Boys Cross Country
Coach Gerstenberger
Varsity Letters
Owen Kozak
Reyhan Muhammad
Isaiah Miller
Diego Cortez
D’Anthony Crenshaw
Malik Hardaway
Anthony Browning
Martavius Abbott
Ibrahima Diop
Devion Garrett
Jamal Ware
Isaiah Jenkins
Senior Recognition, MVP, & Hornet Award Announcement:
Girls Cross Country
MVP: Marckalya “MK” Hackney
Hornet Award: Sabriyah Abdullah
Letters: Marckayla Hacknet, Sabriyah Abdullah
Girls Tennis
Coach Krishnan
Team: Continued to excel in the Senate Championship and finished 1st consecutively in the past two years.
LETTER-WINNERS:
4th year
Sumayyah Kemp, Senior (CSSM)
Danyel Crossby, Senior (EC)
Leasa Beard, Senior (CSSM)
3rd year
Brielle Miller, Junior (CSSM)
2nd year
Brooklyn Flanagan, Junior (CSSM)
1st year
Desirae Crossby Freshman (A&D)
Kaylee Gutirez, Soph (CSSM)
Ameerah Harvey, Soph (CSSM)
Yaritzy Santizo, Freshman (CSSM)
Girls Tennis MVP
Danyel Crossby, Senior (EC), Third place in the Senate Championship in spite of her first year on the team. Her resilient effort in this season has placed the ream in the best position throughout the season.
HORNET AWARD
Sumayyah Kemp, Senior (CSSM), CMSD Female Singles Senate Champion
Sumayyah was a steady/undefeated winner, this year and always at the top three positions in all 4 years of her HS competition. She as the Female singles “Third place” in the first two years and was the “Second” last year and finished her 4th year with the first place, a senate championship. Her goal was always to be the best, she always led the team with Great sportsmanship, High Energy and Disciplined Work Ethics. I strongly recommend the “HORNET AWARD” for this excellent team player. She shines in multiple sports and academics as well. This scholar will be an asset to the sports & athletic departments of any college, which accept her.
Football
Coach Decipeda
- Zayd Abdullah
- Jordan Bennett
- Jeremiah Church
- Johnnie Coleman
- Nicholas Dent
- Avante Donerson
- William Fitzgerald
- Devontae Jackson
- Brandon Kelley
- Chantrell Kimbrough
- Zibeon McQueen
- Augustus Miller
- Davon’tae Powell
- Jalyn Sweeney
- Tristen Woodruff
- Kyle Woods
- Kurt Woods
- Sir Bell-Starks
- Carlos Ferguson
- Gregory George
- Michael Graham
- Trevon Johnson
- Jordan Kennedy
- Khyree Conner
- Demario Floyd
- Marcus Franklin
- Saiyd Harvin
- Brandon Haywood
- Stanley Turpin
- Zayd Abdullah
- Jordan Bennett
- Jeremiah Church
- Johnnie Coleman
- Nicholas Dent
- Avante Donerson
- William Fitzgerald
- Devontae Jackson
- Brandon Kelley
- Chantrell Kimbrough
- Yaheal Mangum
- Zibeon McQueen
- Elwood McWilliams
- Augustus Miller
- Davon’tae Powell
- Jalyn Sweeney
- Glenn Williams
- Tristen Woodruff
- Kyle Woods
- Kurt Woods
- Jalyn Sweeney
- Johnnie Coleman
Volleyball
Coach Stewart
Team MVP: Taylor Hite
Hornet Award: Tereese Bowman
Seniors: Caitlyn Williams, Taylor Hite, Camryn Butler, Kaleah Starks, Kayla Randall, Tereese Bowman
Soccer
Coach Kanuch
Team MVP: Allen Jones
Honet Award: Diego Cortez
Coaches Award: Marshall Shorts
Letters: Diego Cortez, Ibrahima Diop, Allen Jones, Brahaan Singh, Austin Mehring, Marvin Djedje, Jaime Escobar, Lughan Ross, Yasir Ismail, Abbas Monther, Jahlil Niasse, Charles Eppinger, Samyl Sanchez, Abdul Niasse, Darryl Jackson, Marshall Short
Winter Sports
Girls Basketball
Coach Crider
This season, the girls basketball team won the Senate Championship for the third year in a row after a dominating regular season.
MVP: Amaya Maxie
Hornet Award: Alana Johnson
Boys Basketball
Coach Sanders
This season, the boys basketball team won the Senate Championship Blue Division after a highly successful regular season.
Varsity MVP: Christopher Drake II
Varsity Hornet: Award: Kyle Jackson
JV MVP: Demetrius Jones-Delmore
JV Hornet Award: Kejaun Rogers
Bowling
Coach Custer
The girls bowling team finished 2nd in the Senate and the boys team finished 3rd after yet another impressive year.
MVP: Wally Irizarry
Hornet Award: Brianna Harris
Wrestling
Coach Cline
Male MVP: Joseph Scott
Female MVP: Sumayyah Kemp (finished 6th in the state!)
Hornet Award: Saiyd Harvin
Letters: Sumayyah Kemp, Serjia Wiggins, Endiyah Cuff, Jordan Lightning, Joesph Scott, Stanley Turpin, Marckayla Hackney, Saiyd Harvin, Elijah Mallet, Malik Walker, Nina Abercrombie, Craig Watkins, Uzoamaka Oramugo, Aaron Blue
Spring Sports
Baseball
Coach Gerstenberger
Senior Recognition, MVP, & Hornet Award Announcement:
Softball
Coach Kanuch
MVP: Isabel Meltzer
Hornet Award: Emily Gorman
Letters: Isabel Melzer, Asya Abed, Emily Gorman, Nia Badley, Lamiah Owens, Ciara Bell, Jordan Shelton, Nayeli Santana, Kaylee Gutierrez, Shaniya Duckworth, NaTaya Jones, Ameerah Harvey, Kennedi Turney, Diana Antonsanti, LaTanza Chapman, Tyler Williamson, Brooklyn Flanagan, Kristen Williams
Girls Track
Coach Priester
Boys Track
Coach Moore
MVP: Devontae Jackson
Hornet Award: Gregory George
Letters: Jalen Sweeney, Brent Ballard, Jordan Bennett, Devontae Jackson, Isaiah Jenkins, Tommy Murray, Reyhan Muhammad, Sayidd Harvin
Boys Tennis
Coach Krishnan
Cheerleading
Letters: Patricia Walker -EC, Adriana King-EC, Mijah Taylor-EC, Jacia Williams- SM, Sylvia Harris- SM, Tamyra Tate-SM, Taniya Williams-AD, Martinique Abbott- SM, Aliyon Abernathy- EC, Kristen Williams- SM, Dajanette Craig- SM, Rayele Malone-SM, Tajanee Walker- SM
Seniors: Patricia Walker, EC, Sylvia Harris, SM, Rayele Malone, SM, Kristen Williams, SM
Hornet Award – Sylvia Harris
MVP – Patricia Walker
Chess
MVP – Trayvon Porter
Hornet Award – Ezell Williams, Andreas Wilkins