Wantagh Athletes Taking the Next Step

Posted Date: 12/22/2023

Wantagh High School celebrated National Signing Day with a celebration for 16 college-bound athletes on Nov. 9. They were joined by administrators, coaches and family members who proudly watched as the seniors signed their letters of intent.

In a few months, they will wrap up their careers as Wantagh Warriors and move on collegiate teams across the country. The committed athletes are:

• Baseball: Timothy Hennig, Binghamton University
• Boys lacrosse: Michael Aufiero, Dominican University; Brian Doherty, Adelphi University; Daniel Fisenne, Adelphi University; Joseph Martin, Bridgeport University; and Anthony Tsakos, Long Island University.
• Girls lacrosse: Madison Alaimo, University of Virginia; Nicole Baudo, University of South Florida; Eva Ingrilli, University of North Carolina; Julia Nicholson, Jacksonville University; Olivia Nicholson, Siena College; and Lauren Rochel, Bentley University.
• Softball: Brigid Hood, Ave Maria University
• Soccer: Thalia Valdez, Long Island University
• Swimming: Ashlee Favata, Bentley University
• Wrestling: Ryan Arbeit, Hofstra University

“Regardless of the name on the front of your jersey next year, never forget that you are forever a Warrior,” proud Wantagh High School Principal Dr. Paul Guzzone told the student-athletes.