Alessandra Zaffina '20 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
I have been running competitive Cross Country and Track and Field for the last 3 years. Each year I have pushed myself to become a better athlete and team player. There have been times where I have had to push myself very hard in order to help my team place, I have helped in earning a championship title with my relay team, however I have also succeeded individually, I have been recognized as both an All-State and All- FCIAC runner in cross country. I have been able to use running to discover who I really am. Throughout my years in high school, I have been faced with inconsistencies in my coaching staff, but I have found ways to persevere and still perform better from year to year. This year alone, I have broken 7 school records. Each Season I find myself running at a higher level and I am ready for the next step. I am not someone who gives up and I have definitely developed a love for this sport. Running has become my passion and I can't wait to see where it takes me next.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 5 years
- 2019 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-State, Honorable Mention All-Region, 2nd Team All-Area, 1st Team All-County
- 2019 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-State, Honorable Mention All-Region, 1st Team All-County, 2nd Team All-Area
- 2018 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-County, 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-State, Honorable Mention All-Region, 1st Team All-Area, 5 place finish in FCIAC Conference, 3rd place finish in State LL meet, 10th place finish in State Open
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place, State 3rd Place, Cross Country 4th place team finish in state, 7th place team finish in New England
- 2017 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 1st Team All-State
Team Awards
- Conference 3rd Place, New England’s
- 2016 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference, All Northeastern Team Footlocker top 30
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- James McCaffrey
- High School Head Coach
- Dennis McLaughlin
Events
- Camp/Event
- New Balance Outdoor Track and field Nationals
- 6/13/19 to 6/16/19
- finished 27th in the emerging elite 3200
- Camp/Event
- New England High School Outdoor Track and field championships
- 6/08/19 to 6/08/19
- Placed 4th in the 4x800 Relay, Placed 13th in the 3200 with the time of 11:07
- Camp/Event
- New England High School Indoor Track and field championships
- 3/02/19 to 3/02/19
- Finished 8th in the 4x800 relay
- Camp/Event
- New England High School Cross Country Championship
- 11/10/18 to 11/10/18
- 26th place finish time of - 19:33.3
Statistics
| Event | 2018 Varsity Team | 2017 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|
| 5000M | 19:02 | 19:43:03 |
| 5K | 19:02 @ Class LL Meet | |
| Distance & PR | 19::02 - 5k | |
| 800M | 2:33:99 | |
| 1000M | 3:25:55 | |
| 1500M | 5:29:19 | |
| 1600M | 5:17:02 | |
| 3000M | 11:00:86 | |
| 3200M | 11:15:64 | |
| Pole Vault | 7’-6” |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. English Honors Geometry/Algebra II Honors Global Insights Honors US History Honors Chemistry HonorsAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Computer Science Principles AP EnglishRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsNational Honor Society
- ActivitiesChorus, DECA, Infinite Love “Kids Fighting Cancer”, Medical Club, Peer leaders, Blanket Brigade
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