#athlete-recognition

#athlete-recognition

During an interview that will be aired on Thursday for "Friday Night Live" on The Times' X account, Kennedy All-City quarterback Diego Montes was asked about players in the City Section being overlooked. That produced a response, "Do not sleep on the City Section." "I can't afford to play for a private school," he said. "I don't think where you play should matter that great. You're telling me if I play for a private school, that makes me any better than I am now? No. There's talent in the City Section."

"It's a dream come true and for dreams to come true it takes a village," he said, thanking his wife, parents, brother and others. "Those names probably don't mean much but to me they mean everything."

Dare mention Alessia Russo was a good pick for player of the match after her three assists against the Netherlands, and you will be accused of being influenced by PRusso.

First-year standout Kayla Abraham led Pratt with commanding victories at No. 1 singles and doubles, ultimately earning Tournament MVP honors. Abraham clinched the title with a decisive 6-1, 6-0 win.