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The Armory Welcomes Topflight Student-Athletes to U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games on January 9th-10thPublished by
The Armory Welcomes Topflight Student-Athletes to U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games on January 9th-10th
Last January, student-athletes showcased their outstanding track & field talents and were honored for their academic success during the two-day U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games. Photos courtesy of Armory Track NEW YORK, January 4, 2021 – The 27th Annual U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games will take place January 9-10 on the renowned “Fastest Track in the World” at The Armory New Balance Track & Field Center in Washington Heights. “We are pleased to welcome the U.S. Air Force back to The Armory and their support of student athletes during these times is invaluable” remarked Rita Finkel, Co-President of The Armory Foundation, “Everyone has been working so hard through difficult circumstances”. The U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games is one of the country’s most recognized indoor sporting events and this edition includes many of the top metropolitan area track & field student-athletes. In recent years, many athletes at the Hispanic Games posted U.S. No. 1 performances at The Armory, the home of the historic Millrose Games. “For 27 years, this track & field meet has jump-started The Armory’s New Year” said Armory Foundation Co-President Jonathan Schindel, “and gives us the chance to pay homage to the rich tapestry of Washington Height and the enormous contributions of our Hispanic community.”
Top student-athletes included in this meet are James Onwuka of Newburgh Free Academy, NY, who is currently New York’s No. 4 in the 400m; and Katie Altieri of Susan Wagner High School, NY, who is currently in the top 50 in the U.S. in the 3,000 meters and ranked No. 5 in New York and was No. 10 in the United States in the 5,000 meters this fall. “We are excited to continue our partnership with the Armory Foundation for the 2021 U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games and recognize the hard-working student-athletes competing in the event,” said Major Jason Wyche, Air Force Recruiting Service Chief of National Events Branch. “Through these challenging times, the Air Force remains committed to supporting our partners and their efforts, as well as inspiring young adults.” The U.S. Air Force Hispanic Games were created in 1994 to honor Washington Heights and its Latino community. There will be a special “U. S. Air Force Leaders of Tomorrow” recognition event during welcoming ceremonies honoring 12 student-athletes who excel in the classroom. This year’s U. S. Air Force Leaders of Tomorrow recipients are: GIRLS: · Alanni Cannon Bishop Loughlin High School Coach Marry Wells
· Laila James Benjamin Banneker Academy Coach Isaiah Cherry
· Jayda Woods Hempstead High School Coach Lenroy Raffington
· Samantha Rodriquez Holy Cross High School Coach Nydia Warner
· Arly Rodriquez Rye Country Day School Coach Madge Anderson
· Alyssa Mendez Susan Wagner High School Coach John Padula
BOYS:
· Jose Filion Jr. Bishop Loughlin High School Coach Greg Armstrong
· Michael Rodriquez King Susan Wagner High School Coach John Padula
· Ashadon Morris Franklin K. Lane High School Coach Jason Mollison
· Ian Jimenez HS for Math, Science, Engin. Coach Thomas Henning
· Alec Padron Massapequa High School Coach Rich Degnan
· Chris Martinez East Meadow High School Coach Michael Ringhauser Saturday we will begin at 10 a.m., and Sunday’s meet will also begin at 10:00 a.m. Information about coaches, chaperone and spectator admission tickets as well as webcast broadcast are available by clicking HERE or going to ArmoryTrack.com. Welcoming ceremonies will be virtual at 11:30 both days and will include TSgt Autayvia Mitchell who will sing the National Anthem. Information about this meet and its COVID-19 guidelines can be found by clicking HERE.
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About The Armory Foundation The Armory Foundation is a New York City non-profit institution, with the mission of "Keeping Kids on Track." Each season The Armory – the proud home of the Millrose Games – hosts more than 100 track & field meets and welcomes more than 220,000 athlete visits. Among its many youth sports and educational programs, including the acclaimed Armory College Prep program, The Armory runs the leading collegiate indoor track meet with the Dr. Sander Invitational Columbia Challenge, and also hosts the largest high school indoor track meets with this past season’s 26th U. S. Air Force Hispanic Games, The New Balance Games, New Balance Nationals Indoor, the Energice Coaches Hall of Fame and Holiday Classic. New York Road Runners is a proud sponsor of all athletic events at The Armory. The Armory runs the Columbia & NewYork – Presbyteran Indoor Marathon presented by New York Road Runners, which is the world’s largest indoor marathon relay. The Armory is also the home to the National Track & Field Hall of Fame and dozens of very large education-focused events. For more: Please visit Armory.NYC and ArmoryTrack.com.
About Air Force Recruiting Service The mission of Air Force Recruiting Service is to inspire, engage and recruit the next generation of Airmen and Space professionals. We are looking for America’s best and brightest to fill approximately 30,000 opportunities in more than 200 Air Force specialties, as well as more than 300 space professionals in approximately 27 specific career fields in fiscal 2021. Additionally, our total force partners, the Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard are collectively hiring more than 19,000 part-time Airmen. Our military recruits to retain, providing tough, highly technical training that gives our future servicemembers the right skills to sustain the combat capability of America’s Air Force and protect our nation’s interests in space. For more information about Air Force and U.S. Space Force benefits and opportunities, go to www.airforce.com.” # # #
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