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LGJ Annual Sports Awards Ceremony Celebrates Record-Breaking Year for Student-Athletes

 

The Bronx School for Law, Government and Justice proudly hosted its Annual Sports Awards Ceremony, a night dedicated to celebrating the hard work, dedication, and achievements of its student-athletes, especially the graduating seniors who helped make this year one of the most successful and historic in school history.

Led by Athletic Director Mr. Nagel, the ceremony highlighted outstanding individual performances, team contributions, and record-breaking accomplishments across multiple sports programs.

A Historic Year of Athletic Excellence

This year marked an unforgettable chapter in LGJ athletics, with several athletes earning PSAL recognition and leading their divisions in key statistical categories:

  • Melianys B. made school history by breaking the softball home run record while also leading the city in RBIs and triples.
  • Gabriela V. earned recognition for leading the division in hits, showcasing consistency and offensive strength.
  • Santiago O. dominated in boys volleyball, finishing as the division leader in kills.

These accomplishments reflect the growing competitiveness and talent within LGJ’s athletic programs.

Most Valuable Players (MVP Awards)

The ceremony honored top performers in each sport with MVP awards:

  • Girls Volleyball – Brismary V.
  • Boys Cross Country – Justin O.
  • Girls Cross Country – Brenda M.
  • Boys Soccer – Angel M.
  • Girls Varsity Basketball – Genesis H.
  • Boys Varsity Basketball – Jody F.
  • Boys JV Basketball – Adrian C.
  • Boys Indoor Track – Justin O.
  • Girls Indoor Track – Nicol B.
  • Softball – Gabriela V.
  • Baseball – Alex C.
  • Boys Volleyball – Josue S.
  • Boys Outdoor Track – Jayden G.
  • Girls Outdoor Track – Ami T.

Most Improved Players

The Most Improved Player Award recognized athletes who showed tremendous growth and dedication throughout the season:

  • Girls Volleyball – Amber C.
  • Boys Cross Country – Jonathan S.
  • Girls Cross Country – Madison P.
  • Boys Soccer – Yariel A.
  • Girls Varsity Basketball – Astrid P.
  • Boys Varsity Basketball – Braian C.
  • Boys JV Basketball – Jerickson G.
  • Boys Indoor Track – Manuel C.
  • Girls Indoor Track – Aniyah B.
  • Softball – Brismary V.
  • Baseball – Guillermo M.
  • Boys Volleyball – Joseph F.
  • Boys Outdoor Track – Yariel S.
  • Girls Outdoor Track – Olivia S.

Top Honors: Athlete of the Year & Scholar Athlete

The ceremony concluded with some of the most prestigious honors of the night:

  • Athletes of the Year: Jody F. and Melianys B.
  • Scholar Athlete of the Year: Jayden G.

These awards recognize not only athletic dominance but also leadership, dedication, and excellence in the classroom.

A Night to Remember

The LGJ Annual Sports Awards Ceremony served as a powerful reminder of what can be achieved through hard work, perseverance, and teamwork. As the school community celebrated its athletes, especially its graduating seniors, it also reflected on a year that set a new standard for success.

With record-breaking performances, division-leading athletes, and a strong foundation of rising talent, LGJ athletics continues to build a legacy of excellence both on and off the field.