April 2013
Max Wilt of Caesar Rodney High School
Camden, DE

Caesar Rodney’s Max Wilt is finishing up an impressive high school career both in the class room and on the field. A three sport varsity letterman that ranks 4th in his class academically, Max easily stood out from his peers as deserving of the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for April 2013. For his efforts Max will receive a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display at his school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

Athletically, Max Wilt seems to do it all. Since his freshman year he has been an outstanding leader, teammate and performer in three sports; Football, Wrestling and Lacrosse. As the school year begins each Fall Max laces up his pads for the football team where he has spent time as a quarterback and wide receiver, this past season he quarterbacked his team to the Henlopen Conference Championship. Each winter for the past four years he has traded in the football field for the wrestling mat where he has finished in the top 6 of the state of Delaware twice. Come spring, Max grabs the lacrosse stick where he is among the top defenders in the state, earning 2nd Team All-Conference honors and an invitation to participate in the Blue Chip 225 Recruiting Lacrosse Camp.

Academically, Max challenges himself with Advanced Placement classes in math and economics. His 98.0 cumulative GPA is good enough to rank 4th in a class of 397. He is also a member of the Math League, Latin Club and Vice-President of the Sportsmanship Club.

Beyond the classroom and athletic arena Max has made an impact in the community volunteering his time at various events like Read Across America and a Trike-A-Thon that benefitted the Special Olympics. He is also the Vice-President of the Blue/Gold Club whose focus is working with mentally disabled students.

"Max is an outstanding young man and a terrific ambassador for Caesar Rodney…he is a tremendous leader and role model for our students.” – Drew Hughes, Boys Lacrosse Coach

For all his efforts on the field, in the classroom and in the community, Max Wilt was honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for April 2013.

March 2013
Kaitlyn Cook of Parkside High School
Salisbury, MD
 

Parkside High School senior Kaitlyn Cook has proven herself to be a leader both on the field and in the classroom, which is why she was honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for March 2013. Kaitlyn will receive a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display at her school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

Academically, Kaitlyn challenges herself with college level AP courses all the while maintaining an impressive 4.3 GPA. She is a member of the National Honor Society, holds the title of Class Historian, is a member of the Math Team and is Vice President of the Future Educators Association.

Athletically, Kaitlyn has lettered in three varsity sports including volleyball, basketball and softball. She has been captain of the softball team since her junior season and a steady contributor for all three teams throughout her high school career.

Beyond the classroom and athletic fields Kaitlyn has made an impact in the community volunteering her time at dozens of area events. Whether it’s the Fruitland Little League, a Chipman Elementary Book Fair or a Drug and Alcohol Prevention program at the Moose Lodge, she is always willing and able to lend a hand where needed. To date she has logged over 120 community service hours in high school.

“It is the mature balance of scholastics, sports, and outside obligations that has made Kaitlyn a stand-out amongst her peers. She is a natural leader and it was a delight to have her in the class and on the field.” – Erin Raymond, English Teacher / Softball Coach

For all her efforts on the field, in the classroom and in her community, Kaitlyn Cook was honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for March 2013.

February 2013
Bethany Killmon of Sussex Tech High School
Georgetown, DE

Sussex Tech senior Bethany Killmon, the February recipient of the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award, boasts an impressive resume of athletic achievement, academic success and copious amounts of volunteer work. So much so that one might wonder if she ever finds time to sleep. It’s for these efforts Bethany was chosen to receive the February honor which comes with a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display at her school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

Academically, Bethany has challenged herself since entering high school, routinely taking honors and AP courses. As a senior she enrolled in the Academic Challenge program which placed her in college level English and Math courses for the University of Delaware. The degree of difficulty hasn’t fazed Bethany as she has accrued an un-weighted cumulative GPA of 97.26%, good enough to rank 5th out of 311 students in her class.

“I can honestly say Bethany is in the top 5% of student-athletes I’ve ever worked with in my 11-year career as an educator, coach and school counselor…She is a natural born leader!” – Greg Hockman, School Counselor

Bethany is equally impressive outside the classroom. A gifted athlete, she has earned All-Conference honors in Cross Country, Winter /Spring Track and Soccer. She has served as the Class Secretary each year of high school and is active with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Dublin 4-H Club and the school Key Club. To date she has accumulated over 600 hours of community service.

For all her efforts on the field, in the classroom and in her community, Bethany Killmon was honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for February 2013. 

January 2013
Henry Phalen of Milford High School
Milford, DE

With the heart of a champion Milford High School Senior Henry Phalen has worked his way to the top both academically and athletically, overcoming injury and the time management issues that all high school athletes face. His work on the track and in the classroom has earned Henry the honor of being named the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month for January 2013. For his efforts he was presented with a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display at the school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

“…regardless of the difficulty of his studies or the chaos of a busy schedule, Henry rarely gets discouraged, seemingly becoming even more motivated to learn and to improve.” The words of long time Milford High School Cross Country and Track coach Czar Bloom. The man who has watched Henry grow into a young leader over the last four years.

Athletically Henry Phalen has transformed himself into one of the top long distance runners in the state of Delaware and the best runner to come out of Milford High in the last decade. Maybe not the most gifted athlete, his work ethic and strong will have set Henry up to be a champion. In fact, his determination and heart will never be questioned after what transpired during an Indoor Track & Field event in 2011. With three laps remaining in the 3200 meter conference championship race Henry came down awkwardly, fracturing a bone in his leg. Without breaking stride he forged ahead to finish the race and take home 3rd place.

Academically Henry is on track to be the school Valedictorian with a 4.75 weighted GPA. He is a member of the National Honor Society as well as the school band. To date he has not chosen his college for next fall, but he hopes to land in the Ivy League and plans to run cross country wherever he ends up.

For his efforts on the track and in the classroom Henry Phalen was honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for January 2013.

December 2012
Abby Catlin of Mardela High School
Mardela, MD

(Mardela, MD)  An All-Conference athlete and straight “A” student, Mardela High School senior Abby Catlin is the definition of a scholar-athlete. Her work on the field and in the classroom made her an easy choice to receive the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for December 2012. For her efforts Abby was presented with a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display at the school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

The Senior Class Vice President who sports a 4.2 weighted GPA has proven herself to be a true leader in the eyes of her peers, teachers and coaches during her time at Mardela High School.

“It is a great feeling to know that Abby is in our starting lineup. She brings an outstanding work ethic and positive attitude that rubs off on her teammates and coaches.” Kory Shiles, Mardela H.S. Athletic Director.

Abby is a three sport star, excelling in soccer, indoor track and softball. As captain of the soccer team she helped lead the lady Warriors to three straight East Region Championships, winning two of them. In 2011 she earned 2nd Team All-Bayside honors in soccer.

Abby has twice been named the Indoor Track MVP. In 2012 she took home 1st place at the Regional Championship in the 55 Meter Individual. She is also an accomplished softball player, earning 2012 1st-Team All-Bayside Conference honors with a .455 batting average.

“This senior class Vice President is in full possession of HEADSHIP on and off the field of play. Abby Catlin is a winner on the soccer field, running track, swinging a bat in softball, and running a string of straight A’s in the classroom. And HEADSHIP is defined for Ms Catlin’s high school accomplishments as displaying good Management practices; great Self Control in the classroom and in the field of play; demonstrating Guidance for her classmates as well as teammates, and Leading others in a direction to succeed. Liked and respected by all who know her, Abby Catlin will definitely succeed and lead wherever she goes and at whatever she attempts to accomplish. “ - Roger Marino, Mountaire Corporate Communications and Community Relations Director.

It’s for her efforts on the field and in the classroom that Abby Catlin was honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for December 2012.

November 2012
Wyatt Griffith of Easton High School
Easton, MD

A standout in the classroom and on the field, Easton High Schools Wyatt Griffith has done it all and for that he was honored by Mountaire Farms as the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month for November 2012. For his efforts Wyatt was presented with a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display at the school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

In the athletic arena Wyatt is a three sport varsity standout, excelling in football, wrestling and lacrosse. On the football field he is a two-way player handling duties as a middle linebacker / defensive end and for the offense Wyatt has been asked to play tackle as well as some running back. He was named the 2011 most valuable player on defense and is well on his way to earning that title again in 2012.

On the wrestling mat Wyatt has made great strides since his freshman year earning the Most Improved Wrestler Award in 2011 and earning a spot in the finals of the Maryland State and Regional Wrestling Championships.

Wyatt is also the two-time captain of the Easton Lacrosse team and is a member of the Chesapeake Storm Travel team. His accolades in lacrosse have earned him the opportunity to play collegiately at the University of Maryland Baltimore-County next year.

A gifted student, Wyatt's academic efforts help show his true colors as a student-athlete. He carries a 3.95 GPA and is enrolled in the Advanced Placement program at the school.  Wyatt is a member of the National Honor Society along with the Skills USA Leadership Club.

Outside of school he is active in the community, volunteering at the Optimist Club and Waterfowl Festival as well as demonstrating his leadership ability as a youth football and lacrosse coach.

“Powerful on the gridiron, popular in the community and academically perfect. That’s a fitting description of Wyatt Griffith on the fields of play, in the classroom and as a neighbor to his peers and in his home community.  Wyatt is a role model for others to follow. He will do well in the business and social community on his pathway through life. And he is destined to be a leader in whatever career he chooses to pursue.  It is with anticipation of awards and rewards for Wyatt Griffith in his collegiate career that we look forward to with anticipation.”  Roger Marino, Mountaire Corporate Communications and Community Relations Director.

For his outstanding achievements in the classroom and on the field, Easton High School senior Wyatt Griffith was honored as the WBOC/Mountaire Farms Scholar Athlete of the Month for November 2012.

October 2012
Colby Wyatt of Lake Forest High School
Felton, DE

Mountaire Farms is pleased to announce Colby Wyatt, a senior at Lake Forest High School in Felton, DE has been honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for October 2012. For her efforts Colby was presented with a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to display in her school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

“I can say with confidence that Colby is a dedicated student-athlete who leads others by setting a strong example with her effort and intensity, both in the classroom and on the playing field”, says Lake Forest Softball Coach Sandi Begor. Of course it’s easy to hold Colby Wyatt in such high esteem considering she has never earned less than an “A” in any class and has lead both the field hockey and softball teams to great success during her athletic career.

Academically Colby has maintained a 4.0 GPA since her freshman year. A great accomplishment by any standard, but more impressive when you consider she is taking honors and college level courses, even enrolling at Delaware Technical and Community College this semester to earn college credits.

Athletically she is a top performer for the Spartan’s field hockey and softball teams. The four year varsity player is the team captain and received numerous honors in both sports that include First Team All Conference selections and Team MVP awards. Next fall she hopes to continue her softball career at the collegiate level.

Not surprisingly, all the hard work in the classroom and on the field still isn’t enough to satisfy Colby’s desire to improve herself and those around her. She gives her time freely as a volunteer at area youth camps for field hockey and softball and routinely helps out at North Elementary School as part of her National Honor Society community service duties.

For her outstanding achievements in the classroom and on the field, Lake Forest High School senior Colby Wyatt was honored as the WBOC/Mountaire Farms Scholar Athlete of the Month for October 2012.

 

September 2012:
Josh Wyatt of James M. Bennett High School
Salisbury, MD

Mountaire Farms is pleased to announce Josh Wyatt, a senior at James M. Bennett High School in Salisbury, Maryland, has been honored with the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award for September 2012. For his efforts, Josh was presented with a crystal engraved trophy, a banner to hang in his school and a $1,000 college scholarship.

The WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month Award is an honor reserved for those high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and leadership in three key arenas; athletics, academics and extra-curricular activities.

“Mr. Wyatt is a once in a generation student athlete and will one day make Delmarva proud in both athletic arenas and any other venue in which he applies his unwavering work ethic” – Gabriel Kane, Asst. Varsity Soccer Coach for James M. Bennett 

Special, according to his coaches, teachers and peers, that is only way to describe Josh Wyatt. The ultra-talented senior has been putting up jaw dropping numbers on the soccer pitch, the baseball diamond and in the classroom since his freshman year.

Athletically, Josh has been an integral part of back-to-back Maryland 3A Baseball State Championship teams and looks to guide the Clippers to a third straight title this spring. Coupled with the 2012 championship, he was also honored as the Bayside Conference Athlete of the Year for Baseball. His tremendous season has already landed him a scholarship to play ball at James Madison University. And although his first love is baseball, Josh is equally impressive on the soccer field, running the center mid-field position since his freshman year and possessing the skill set to have continued his soccer career at the college level if he so chose.

Academically, Josh has been elite as well. He currently carries a 4.32 weighted GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society, the Spanish National Honor Society and the Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society. 

When his not studying, practicing or playing, Josh has found the time to volunteer as a youth mentor for the Man-up Baseball Program and even participated in the Appalachian Service Project in 2010. 

For his outstanding achievements in the classroom and on the field, James M. Bennett senior Josh Wyatt was honored as the WBOC/Mountaire Farms Scholar Athlete of the Month for September 2012.

Patrick Davis of Woodbridge High School & Brie Custis of Parkside High School Named the WBOC/Mountaire Farms Scholar Athletes of the Year

(Georgetown, DE) – On Monday, June 11th, Mountaire Farms hosted the 2011-2012 WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Year Awards Banquet at the Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown Delaware. The event capped off the 4th year of the WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Month program which is designed to highlight and honor the outstanding student athletes on the Delmarva Peninsula.

Prior to the award ceremony, the 75 students, parents and coaches in attendance were treated to a buffet dinner and keynote address from the inventor of the Phillie Phanatic Mascot and founder of the Raymond Entertainment Group, Mr. Dave Raymond. Raymond, a graduate of the University of Delaware, developed the Phillie Phanatic, the mascot of the Philadelphia Phillies, while interning with the team as a young man fresh out of college. His unbridled enthusiasm and ultra-fun persona turned the Phanatic into a million dollar sports icon. Using that experience, Raymond created the Raymond Entertainment Group, a company that builds mascot costumes and marketing programs for sports teams and companies across the country. Throughout his keynote address he touched on the importance of having fun in your everyday life, including your career, in order to be an effective leader.


Following the keynote address, Roger Marino, Corporate Community Director for Mountaire Farms and WBOC Sports Director, Scott Abraham, took turns highlighting the ten Scholar Athlete of the Month Award winners while Mountaire President Paul Downes presented each one with their $1,000 scholarship check.

This year’s ten monthly winners were:

September – Brie Custis of Parkside High School in Salisbury, MD;
October –Shane Marvel of Sussex Technical High School in Georgetown, DE;
November – Justin Marcarelli of Wicomico High School in Salisbury, MD;
December – Christine Elliassen of St. Thomas More Prep. School in Magnolia, DE;
January – Patrick Davis of Woodbridge High School in Bridgeville, DE;
February – Jamie Booze of Mardela High School in Mardela, MD;
March – Jaclyn Coveleski of Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes, DE;
April – Mathew Goins of Sussex Central High School in Georgetown, DE;
May – Mathew Waldman of Delmar High School in Delmar, DE;
June – Savannah Becker of Milford High School in Milford, DE.



WBOC and Mountaire Farms selected these young men and women as some of the best and brightest high school seniors on Delmarva from hundreds of nominations sent in via schools, coaches and proud parents; each one having excelled on the field, in the classroom and in the community throughout their high school careers. All averaged a GPA of 3.5 or better, captained at least two varsity sports and accumulated hundreds of hours in extra-curricular activities. For their efforts each monthly winner received an engraved crystal trophy, a banner to display in the halls of their school and a $1,000 scholarship. Their individual stories were also featured in a WBOC-TV newscast. All ten student athletes were then eligible to become the Scholar Athletes of Year and receive an additional $2,500 scholarship.

Out of these ten extraordinary individuals, one male and one female were selected to receive the 2011-2012 WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athlete of the Year Award. This year the honor went to Patrick Davis of Woodbridge High School in Bridgeville, DE, and Brie Custis of Parkside High School in Salisbury, MD.

Patrick Davis has proven himself both a winner on the wrestling mat and in the classroom. Not only is he a two-time Delaware State Wrestling Champion at 145 lbs and now at 160 lbs, Patrick also boasts an impressive 3.84 un-weighted GPA.

“Devoted to improvement”, that is how Patrick is described by Woodbridge High School Wrestling Coach Doc Kemmerlin. “His devotion to the sport is irrefutable; he works out four to five times a week during the off-season, sometimes even traveling an hour to attend practice. Patrick will even shadow drill or work on his stance alone in his basement when unable to find a practice.”

Such devotion enabled Patrick to rise to the top of the wrestling ranks in the State of Delaware. His achievements include the aforementioned Delaware State Championship(s) along with being named an AAU All-American in 2011, including a 12-1 record at the Junior Olympics. Patrick also medaled in the Disney Duals and has been a 1st team all-state academic athlete for all four years of high school.

And although wrestling may have been Patrick’s passion, he excelled in many other arenas. He was the leading scorer and captain of the varsity soccer team, the vice president of the schools key club and a member of the track team. Amazingly, Patrick taught himself the intricacies of pole vaulting and placed 3rd in the competition during the 2010 Delaware Track & Field Championships.

This fall Patrick is headed to North Carolina State University on a wrestling scholarship.

Brie Custis has been making a difference for the Parkside Rams since arriving on campus as a wide eyed freshman, challenging herself to be the best on the field and in the classroom. Four years later she has achieved both goals and now ends her high school career knowing she was one of the best on the Delmarva Peninsula.

In the classroom Brie maintained a 4.5 weighted GPA while taking a rigorous course load of honors and AP courses. Aside from extra-curricular activities involving sports, she was an active leader within the student body, serving as Vice-President of the Student Government.

Athletically Brie was second to none. From day one of her freshman year she has been an impact player for both the Lady Rams lacrosse and soccer teams, starting for both squads from the word go. “Brie has great instincts and a sophisticated understanding of the field and the games she plays,” says Ashley Capute, Girls Lacrosse Coach. “Her leadership and game sense help encourage her teammates regardless of the sport.”

Her leadership ability earned her captains honors as a Junior and Senior and all her hard work paid off with a 1st Team All-Bayside Conference honors in soccer and lacrosse. She was named the 2011 Bayside Conference Girls Lacrosse Player of the Year and is a member of the Under Armour Baltimore All-Star Lacrosse Team. This past season she led the lacrosse team to a Regional Championship before losing in overtime in the state semi-final game. This fall Brie will head of to Notre Dame on a lacrosse scholarship.

 

'10 -'11 Calendar Year Winners:

September – Ethan Lee of Seaford High School in Seaford, DE;
October – LeighAnne Flounlacker of Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin, MD;
November – Brandon Farmer of Lake Forest High School in Felton, DE;
December –  Elizabeth Freud of St. Thomas More Prep. School in Magnolia, DE;
January – Kasey Tapman of Pocomoke High School in Pocomoke, MD;
February – Collan VanEss of Mardela High School in Mardela, MD;
March – Meg Bartley of Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes, DE;
April – Mallorie Parsons of Delmarva Christian High School in Georgetown, DE;
May – Andrew Mlynarski of St. Peters and Paul High School in Easton, MD;
June – Quinn Abbott of Milford High School in Milford, DE.

All of our monthly winners received $1,000 scholarship checks and were honored with a Scholar Athlete Banquet in June at the CHEER Center in Georgetown, DE, as well as at a Delmarva Shorebirds Game in August.

Ethan Lee and Meg Bartley took home the honor of WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athletes of the Year and received an additional $2,500 in scholarship money.

'09-'10 Calendar Year Winners:

The 2009-2010 WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athletes of the Month:

Sept. - Brad Harris, Worcester Prep., Berlin, MD
Oct. - Elizabeth Baker, Lake Forest High, Felton, DE
Nov. - Nikki Parsley, Milford High, Milford, DE
Dec. - Jordan Keating, Cambridge South Dorchester, Cambridge, MD
Jan. - Shane Miller, Sussex Central High, Georgetown, DE
Feb. - Haley Quillen, Seaford High, Seaford, DE
March - Bradley Janson, Stephen Decatur High, Berlin, MD
April - Travis Prunty, James M. Bennett High, Salisbury, MD
May - Kaci Covelski, Cape Henlopen High, Lewes, DE
June - Jake Haley, Queen Anne's Co. High, Centreville, MD

All of our monthly winners received $1,000 scholarship checks and were honored with a Scholar Athlete Reception in July at the Georgia House Restuarant in Laurel, DE, as well as at a Delmarva Shorebirds Game in August.

Jake Haley and Nikki Parsley took home the honor of WBOC/Mountaire Scholar Athletes of the Year and received an additional $2,500 in scholarship money.

'08-'09 Calendar Year Winners:

The 2008-2009 WBOC/Mountaire Farms Scholar Athlete(s) of the Year Award Winners were:

Female - Kirsten Dennig of Pocomoke High School
Male - Josh Kosiorowski of Laurel High School
Service Academy - Danny Miller of Stephen Decatur High School

Our winners were honored on Mountaire Family Night at Shorebirds Stadium where they recieved a crystal trophy and $1,000 college scholarships for thier accomplishments.  

Monthly Winner(s): 
Derek Hill - February 2009
Kerri Bailey - January 2009
Danny Miller - December 2008
Tristin Burris - November 2008
Bo Wilkinson - October 2008
Kirsten Dennig - September 2008