Academy Volleyball would like to acknowledge and congratulate it's athletes who have been recognized by Newsday for their play during this past varsity season. Being named by the Newsday sports writers to their "All Long Island" teams is a special accomplishment. Please see below for all Academy Athletes that have been recognized.
BOYS FIRST TEAM ALL-LONG ISLAND
Brennen Brandow
Long Island Player of the Year, 2017
“With a vertical that makes it seem like he’s floating in midair, Brandow surveyed defenses all season to find weak spots. When he found them, he exploited them time and time again.”
Timothy Drake
“A powerful hitter and server, Drake was a force for the Chiefs, who won a county title.”
Jason Koehler
“An excellent overall player, he amassed over 200 kills as a middle and hurt defenses with a jump-serve that’s difficult to receive.”
Dan LaRosa
“Long Island’s top libero this fall was the catalyst for the Flaming Arrows, turning defense into a potent offense.”
Conner Pallmann
“He posted a team-high 209 kills and 37 aces for the Flaming Arrows.”
Kyle Shaffer
“He led the fifth-seeded Bulls to the county semifinals as both a setter and hitter.”
Chris Shanley
“Shanley was a threat each game to produce double-digit totals in kills and digs.”
BOYS SECOND TEAM ALL-LONG ISLAND
- Jack Driscoll
- Quinn Foglia
- Kevin Kelleher
- Jack Poplawski
GIRLS FIRST TEAM ALL-LONG ISLAND
Mackenzie Cole
Long Island Player of the Year, 2017
“She’s been a six-year varsity starter,” he said. “She’s never once, not one single time, missed a practice. Even when she’s sick, she’s come and sat in the corner because she refuses to miss a practice.”
Julia Beckmann
Nassau County Player of the Year, 2017
“She plays all-around,” she said. “There’s nothing that she can’t do.”
Mia Cergol
“As versatile a player as there is on Long Island, she was a threat to post double digits in kills, digs and assists in any match.”
Kathleen Doherty
“The on-court leader used a big swing and sound defense to lead the Chiefs to yet another successful season.”
Nicole Migliozi
“One of the most consistent setters on Long Island, she racked up 809 assists and will play at Quinnipiac.”
Cassandra Patsos
“The Iona commit led the team in kills (347) and blocks (96) and paced the T-Birds in the state tournament.”
Grace Rosenberg
“A fantastic two-way player, her setting and hitting was integral in the Marines’ county final victory over Massapequa.”