athletics in action SECTION V CLASS C GAME DAY CHEER CHAMPIONS Our cheerleading team delivered a standout season that showcased not only their athleticism but their unwavering school spirit. Under the leadership of Co-Head Coaches Taylor (Cook) Herman ’11 and Stephanie Lee Carafos P’29, the team blended strength, sharp technique, and explosive performance energy to earn the 2025 Section V Championship—a title built on countless reps, early mornings, and the trust they have in one another. “ is group of girls is truly something special. Winning sectionals for the third year in a row is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and relentless drive to improve. ey represent Aquinas cheerleading in the best way possible; they are an incredible group who excel both in cheerleading and in the classroom. Every practice, every routine, every correction—they showed up ready to get better. eir commitment allowed us to reach our peak performance when it mattered most, and I couldn’t be prouder of this team.” — Coach Herman 2025 CHEER HIGHLIGHTS • Section V Class C Game Day Champions 2023, 2024, and now, 2025 • Competed at the NYS Cheerleading Championship • First Place at the Private Parochial League Championship • Coach Herman’s 7th time receiving Section V’s Coach of the Year award • Gabriella Ferrari ’26 and Capriana Carbone ’26 selected to cheer at the annual Eddie Meath Football Game • Brynn Henry ’27 received the Nancy Saxton Leadership award at Sectionals 16 AQUINAS LANDMARK | WINTER 2026 e Power of our Lady Irish This fall, two teams rose to the top of Section V—our Varsity Game Day Cheerleaders and our Varsity Girls Soccer Team— each claiming championship titles that reflect not just skill, but the grit, unity, and heart that define the Lady Irish. SECTION V CHAMPIONS
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