12 AQUINAS LANDMARK | SUMMER 2025 Honoring Our Future College Athletes This spring, AQ held its first-ever College Athlete Celebration Day — a new tradition dedicated to recognizing our seniors who have committed to continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Whether competing at the NCAA Division I, II, or III level, each student-athlete was recognized for their dedication, perseverance, and achievements in sports. This year, we had 25 student-athletes from the Class of 2025 continuing their athletic careers. Surrounded by family, friends, coaches, and teammates, each student was recognized for their achievements and officially announced where they’ll be competing next year. From state championships to academic honors, these student-athletes have exemplified what it means to be AQ Proud — both on and off the field. This milestone moment was more than a ceremony; it was a reflection of the countless hours of hard work and heart that each student poured into their sport. It was also a heartfelt thank-you to the families, coaches, and supporters who have walked this journey with them every step of the way. “It was a beautiful and well-deserved celebration,” said Anthony Bianchi ’81, Aquinas Athletic Director. “Our student-athletes have earned this recognition — not just for their success in athletics, but for their leadership, character, and commitment to the Aquinas mission.” The Class of 2025 will go on to represent Aquinas at institutions across the country. They leave behind a proud legacy and set an inspiring example for future Li’l Irish. To the parents, coaches, and teachers who supported these students along the way — thank you! Your encouragement and sacrifice have helped shape them into the young men and women they are today. And to our athletes: we can’t wait to see where your talents take you next. Wherever you go, you carry the heart of Aquinas with you. A special thanks to Terry Hancock ’83 of 13WHAM and Karen and Gerard Iglesia of PrimeTime585 for attending the event and capturing our students in the media. athletics in action ADDISON BARDWELL Volleyball Finger Lakes Community College DERRION BATTLE Football Gannon University LILLIAN BONTEMPO Soccer Monroe Community College MIA CARIOLA Soccer Slippery Rock University ETHAN COPELAND Lacrosse Nazareth University JOSHUA “JR” ERNST Football Gannon University GIANLUCA FALLONE Soccer Tufts University QUANTE GILLIANS Football Syracuse University JOSHUA “LJ” GLEASON Soccer SUNY Geneseo MICHAELA HARTTER Volleyball Genesee Community College SAVANNAH HINCHCLIFFE Lacrosse University of Akron MICKEY HUMMEL Baseball Clark Atlanta University BRODY IGNIZIO Baseball Keuka College DALLIS JONES Track & Field Niagara University TYLER KLAWON Track & Field/XC Roberts Wesleyan College LUCAS LEONE Football Hamilton College SEAN MAYO Baseball Finger Lakes Community College NOAH OLBRICH Lacrosse Nazareth University GIANLUCA OLIVERI Soccer SUNY Geneseo MOLLY O’TOOLE Basketball D’Youville University KESSARIN “KESSA” SANGASY Lacrosse Stonehill College SOPHIA SHERRON Basketball Roberts Wesleyan University DOMENICO SIESTO Lacrosse Nazareth University GIULIANNA TOMASZEWSKI Soccer Houghton University THOMAS VALENTINO Soccer SUNY Geneseo CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2025 COLLEGIATE ATHLETES:
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