MMI Recognizes Student Athletes During 2026 Athletic Awards Ceremony

Image: All members of MMI’s senior class who were honored for their dedication to Prepper Athletics.

On Thursday, May 14, MMI Preparatory School held its annual Athletic Awards Banquet at Valley Country Club in Sugarloaf to honor all student athletes throughout the ’25-’26 school year.

Mrs. Theresa Long, Head of School, shared, “Our student-athletes continue to demonstrate what it means to compete with passion, integrity, and pride. Whether earning championships, supporting teammates, or balancing the demands of academics and athletics, they represent MMI exceptionally well. The Athletic Awards Banquet was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate not only their accomplishments, but also the commitment and sportsmanship that define Prepper athletics.”

Athletic Director Mr. Joseph Flanagan added, “This year’s athletes gave our community so many moments to celebrate across every season. What stands out most is the way our students continue to support one another and compete with heart. From our seniors leaving a lasting legacy to our younger athletes stepping into leadership roles, this group showed tremendous dedication to their teams and to MMI. It was great to come together and recognize all they achieved throughout the year.”

During the ceremony, athletes received awards in the MVP, Most Improved, and Coach’s Award categories, and varsity letter recipients were recognized.

The following awards were given:

Boys Basketball: Jandel Figueroa ’26 (MVP), Jozef Dovicak ’26 (Most Improved), and Ben Gombeda ’26 (Coach’s Award).

Girls Tennis: Ava Genetti ’26 (MVP), Maia Laverty ’28 (Most Improved), and Mehak Manzoor ’26 (Coach’s Award).

Boys Tennis: Max Bleiler ’27 (MVP), Sharan Parikh ’26 (Coach’s Award), and Joseph Mayernik ’26 (Coach’s Award).

Boys Cross Country: Clark Young ’28 (MVP), Thomas Petrick ’27 (Most Improved), and Gavyn Corchado ’27 (Coach’s Award).

Girls Cross Country: Anna Zaroda ’27 (MVP), Delilah Yatsko ’27 (Most Improved), and Amanda Stoffa ’27 (Coach’s Award).

From L to R: Girls Cross Country Coach’s Award winner Amanda Stoffa ’27, Girls Most Improved Delilah Yatsko ’27, Boys MVP Clark Young ’28, Girls MVP Anna Zaroda ’27, and Head Coach Jon Weaver.

Girls Volleyball: Alexa Fazio ’27 (Co-MVP), Cassidy McDermott ’26 (Co-MVP), and Victoria Park ’29 (Most Improved).

Golf: Joseph Mayernik ’26 (MVP), Caleb Skuba ’26 (Most Improved), and Madelyn Young ’26 (Coach’s Award).

Boys Volleyball: Rishi Patel ’26 (MVP), Jozef Dovicak ’26 (Coach’s Award), and Akshay Narayanashetty ’27 (Most Improved).

Varsity Soccer: Andrew Pedri ’28 (Offensive MVP), Xavier Reymunde Wittmer ’28 (Defensive MVP), and Hasan Arain ’26 (Coach’s Award).

From L to R: Assistant Soccer Coaches Robert Brighthaupt and Charlie Sherman, Defensive MVP Xavier Reymunde Wittmer ’28, Offensive MVP Andrew Pedri ’28, and Head Soccer Coach Dave Pedri.

Varsity Baseball: Caleb Skuba ’26 (MVP), Ben Gombeda ’26 (Most Improved), and Bryce Radzwich ’26 (Coach’s Award).

Mid School Soccer: Mason Makoweic ’31 (Co-MVP), Jacob Hoffman ’31 (Co-MVP), and Randy Skuba ’31 (Coach’s Award).

Mid School Basketball: Mason Makoweic ’31 (MVP), Paxton Bleiler ’30 (Most Improved), and Owen Farell ’30 (Coach’s Award).

Mid School Volleyball: Gabrielle Serock ’30 (MVP), Riley Mason ’30 (Most Improved), and Megan Yamulla ’30 (Coach’s Award).

Mid School Baseball: Jaxon Lyman ’30 (MVP), Kamil Gonzalez Arias ’30 (MVP), and Alex Diaz ’30 (Coach’s Award).

Mid School Cheerleading: Gabriella Vasquez ’30 (MVP), Addison Marie Pecile ’32 (Most Improved), and Aria Karnoski ’31 (Coach’s Award).

Upper School Cheerleading: Erica Schwear ’26 (MVP), Calli Mason ’28 (Coach’s Award), and Gabriella Carsia ’28 (Coach’s Award).

Girls Varsity Basketball: Anna Drobnock ’28 (MVP), Keirsi Mooney ’29 (Most Improved), and Georgia Washko ’26 (Coach’s Award).