Celebrating Excellence On and Off the Field

Each year, NHYFSC proudly honors student-athletes who demonstrate excellence both on the field and in the classroom through the Deb Smith Academic Achievement Award Program.

To qualify, participants must be in 5th grade or higher and maintain a grade average of 90% or above. Academic achievement is recognized at three levels:

• Gold Level: 96% or higher

• Silver Level: 93%–95%

• Bronze Level: 90%–92%

All qualifying recipients receive a Certificate of Achievement, and Gold Level finalists are eligible for educational scholarships.

We are proud to recognize the following athletes who were honored at this year's banquet for their commitment to academic excellence. Their hard work, dedication, and perseverance serve as an inspiration to their teammates, families, and communities.

Congratulations to our 2025 Athletes of the Deb Smith Academic Achievement Award!

Bronze Certificate: Aaliyah Griffin, Aislynn Dostie, and Jianna Prescott

Silver Certificate: Alexavier Montanez, Emelia Lafond, Nathalie Welch, Olivia Foden, Sophia Devoe

Gold Certificate: Arkangel Delgado and Leah Dean

2025 Scholarship Recipient: Haylee Mims