Everyday after school the gyms, fields and pools are filled with aspiring athletes. These athletes put their hearts into every practice and game.

For some reason this has been overlooked by reporters and journalists. For the last month the positive aspects of Neshaminy have been placed aside.

Has the nation been informed about students like senior Jack Flemming, senior Alicia McGinty, junior John Denny, senior Trisha Hefner, junior Dan Buschmann and numerous other exceptional competitors?

These athletes partaking in various physical and mental challenges everyday.

“Athletes today participate in year round activities for their sports,” Sheila Murphy, the co-curricular administrator, said.

Flemming and Denny are excellent examples of such dedication. Both are members of the wrestling team and both placed second at districts in their weight class.

The boys’ and girls’ basketball teams contain never-ending talent from all of their team members. The boys’ basketball team made it all the way to the playoffs and holds this year’s Suburban One League title.

This year’s record for most points scored on the girls’ basketball team was seized by McGinty. She helped her team make it to the playoffs and set one of their best season records.

Varsity squad member, Hefner, currently holds the title of second All Suburban Cheerleader. “I’ve been in cheerleading since I was five. It’s been a huge part of my life,” Hefner exclaimed.

Bushmann, another individual athlete who has worked his way to the top, will be competing in two events at this year’s swimming state competition.

Nine members of the girls’ track team participated in six events at states. They have broke four school records this year showing how they reach the finish line.

“We sure are very proud of the athletes and coaches who represent Neshaminy,” Murphy stated. “We set very high standards for their behavior and success.”