Local Athletes

National Signing Day

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 6, 2025. Posted in Local Athletes, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Summit High School senior student-athletes proudly announced their commitments to continue both their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level on National Signing Day in February. A total of 17 athletes from a variety of sports have made their decisions, showcasing the strong tradition of talent and hard work within Summit High School’s athletic programs. “Congratulations to these Summit High School senior student-athletes who have committed to continuing their academic and athletic careers in college next year!” said Athletic Director Dan Healy. Luca Avelino, Lacrosse –...

Fencer Upsets World #1 Ranked Opponent as she Qualifies for the US National Team

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 3, 2023. Posted in Local Athletes, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name: Lola Possick Age/Grade: 17, High School Senior School: Kent Place School Sport/Activity: Fencing Position: Member of the US National Team Family Members: Catherine Villa (Mom), Andrew Possick (Dad), Owen Possick (Brother) Tell us about your sport? How long have you participated in this sport/activity? I started fencing when I was 7 years-old and I’ve been competing nationally for the past 10 years. I began competing at the international level in 2018 when I was 13-years-old. What attracted you to this sport? I started fencing because of my older brother, Owen. He’s 5 years older than...

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 28, 2023. Posted in Local Athletes. Leave a Comment

Name: Maddie Engelkraut Age/Grade: 18/Senior School: Chatham High School Sport/Activity: Lacrosse Position: Midfield Family Members: Mom (Anne), Dad (Frank), Sister (Claire), Brother (George) What team are you on? Chatham High School Lacrosse. How long have you participated in this sport/activity? I have played lacrosse since I was in Kindergarten. What are you looking forward to this season? I am looking forward to playing my last year with the same girls that I have been playing with since I was young and hopefully going far enough to win our section again. Have you traveled anywhere related...

Students Supporting Surgery

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on December 2, 2022. Posted in Local Athletes. Leave a Comment

By Cami McKenzie and Ashley McEnroe After a year of remote school, we all remember the eagerness to return to the classrooms at Chatham High School. A return to normal for academics, athletics, friendship and school activities was desired by all! Remmey McEnroe was always involved in multiple volunteering and club opportunities, but she wanted to create a club of her own. Rachel Thompson, RN, joins UHMLA for trips to Peru and Guatemala after a COVID hiatus Remmey knew her mother was involved in a not-for-profit organization and asked how she could help. She created Students Supporting Surgery...

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Written by Local Media NJ Staff on December 2, 2022. Posted in Local Athletes. Leave a Comment

Name: Campbell Lee Age/Grade: 17; Senior School: Chatham High School Sport/Activity: Swim Position: 100 Fly, 100 Breast, Free & Medley Relays Family Members: Chris, Julie, Parker, & Georgia Lee How long have you participated in this sport/activity? I started summer swim when I was 6 years old and club when I was 7. Are you on a team? I’m about to start my 4th season swimming for Chatham High School. I swam club for 2 years with the Madison Y, 5.5 with Scarlet Aquatics, and 2 with Lifetime Metro. How did the Pandemic impact your sport? Because of the pandemic, I couldn’t train...

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Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 17, 2022. Posted in Local Athletes. Leave a Comment

Name: Flynn Decker Age/Grade: 17 Senior School: Chatham High School Sport/Activity: Football Position: Strong safety/ Running back Family Members: Megan Decker, Scott Decker, Ryan Decker, Aidan Decker, Cullen Decker How long have you participated in this sport/activity? I have played football for almost my whole entire Life. From flag football in 3rd and 4th grade all throughout middle school and into high school. Are you on a team? I am on the Chatham High school Varsity team. Have you traveled anywhere related to this sport? The only games I’ve ever played are vs instate opponents...