Four AHS football players have been honored as 2016 Academic All-State recipients. One senior, Logan Harris, and three sophomores received the nod for excellence in the classroom. Sophomores include: Dakota Harris, James Keating and Gavin Reed. Several other players were thisclose to earning the academic honor, too.
To receive this honor, at least two of the three qualifications listed below must have been met by December 2, 2015:
1. Attain an ACT score of 25 or higher
2. GPA of 3.5 or higher
3. Top 10% of the class
2. GPA of 3.5 or higher
3. Top 10% of the class
In addition, a player must also have started in at least 70% of the varsity football games. Freshmen are not eligible to receive this honor.
Kudos to the football coaches and the administration for encouraging student athletes to focus on academics and strive to do their best both in the classroom and on the field!
Logan Harris, Senior, dives for the pilon for the score against Drexel.
Sophomore Dakota Harris intercepts the ball in districts against the Jasper Eagles.
James Keating, Sophomore, makes the block against the Jasper Eagles.
Sophomore Gavin Reed catches a pass for a touchdown against Drexel.
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