On May 24, six members of the Old Rochester Regional High School Unified Track Team traveled to Natick High School to compete in the Unified Track and Field State Finals.
Aveil Ward (shot put), Traeh Carrington (400 meters), Tom Grondin (javelin), Michael Hogan (javelin, 400 meters), Adam Murphy (400 meters) and Emilia Cantwell (shot put) represented Old Rochester Regional High School.
Competing against more than 58 high schools and private youth programs, the Bulldogs proved to be successful in their quest for victory.
Ward, a senior, won a gold medal in his flight of the shot-put competition. Sophomores Grondin (javelin) and Hogan (400 meters) each medaled in their respected competitions. All athletes were recognized for their competitive spirit and were awarded appropriately for their efforts.
An added touch to the excitement of the day occurred as the athletes were preparing to leave for their competition. The remaining students and staff lined each side of the entire first-floor corridor and cheered on these athletes with encouragement and support as they exited the building to their bus. This act of solidarity was remarkable and created memories that will last a lifetime for the competing members of the Unified Track Team.
Once again, the students and staff proved that at Old Rochester Regional High School, the word “family” is not just spoken but is expressed in sincere actions.