- James Townsend
Poll Now Open for December Student Athlete of Month
We are excited to announce that our December Student Athlete of the Month poll is now open.
J-Dubbs Signature Subs of Portland has partnered with The Portland Beacon to sponsor this award. The monthly winner will receive a free sub of his/her choice from J-Dubbs Signature Subs, and will be the subject of a piece in The Portland Beacon highlighting his/her accomplishment.
Monthly winners will be entered for a chance at the Student Athlete of the Year award, and a free party platter from J-Dubbs Signature Subs.
To be nominated, the student athlete must attend either Portland High School or St. Patrick School, and be a member of a varsity sports program at his/her school. Nominations may be made by a member of their high school coaching staff, their athletic director, principal, or a school recognized student government organization at his/her school. Nominations will also be accepted from The Portland Beacon contributing writers.
You may vote as often as you would like. The poll will close at 10:00 PM on Thursday, December 27th.
This month’s nominees are:
Ashley Bower, PHS Basketball - Ashley is averaging 15.3 points per game and 3.0 steals. Coach Jason Haid said, “Ashley is only a freshman and has been a big part of our teams 4-0 start.”
Samantha Teachworth, St. Patrick Basketball - Samee is a junior forward who is currently averaging 7 rebounds, 8 points, and 3 steals per game. JV Coach Michelle Smith said, “Her athleticism allows her to play all positions on the floor and she brings a great deal of leadership and energy to the team.”
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