MBHS Athletic Booster’s
Student Athletes of the Month
The Morro Bay Athletic Boosters is an organization assisting all MBHS athletes through fundraising and promotion. Each month, the Athletic Boosters would like to highlight certain athletes that are nominated by their coaches. These student/athletes are exemplary examples of leadership, sportsmanship, and athleticism. September’s MBHS Student/Athletes of the month come from the Girls Golf team, Girls Volleyball, and the Cross Country team.
Each month, the Athletic Boosters of Morro Bay High School celebrates some of the amazing students/athletes that are representing Morro Bay High School. This month, we’d like to highlight Girls Beach volleyball players Keolani Cross and Jane Taylor, Track and field athletes Nami Hoag and Luca Macari, Girls swimming Tessa Standridge, and Boys Golf Jonas Smith. Congratulations student/athletes! The following is what their coaches had to say about these individuals.
Morro Bay Girls Soccer- Emily Giordano and Mia Bennett.
Varsity Girls Soccer coaches Kim Wishon and Stuart Fryer share, “Emily is an amazing, dedicated part of our team. As a sophomore last year she suffered a debilitating knee injury that kept her on the sidelines the entire season. She came back this year, stronger and ready to play. As a captain she leads the team with her grit, commitment and hustle. She plays forward and attacking midfield, and is always making a difference on the field. She is one of those players that makes things happen and she is a leader in assists. She wins the ball in the midfield, makes runs to move the ball forward and always follows shots. We look forward to Emily continuing to lead the team next year.
Mia is a force to be reckoned with! She plays striker and attacking midfield and is a top goal scorer. She is a dynamic player that always gives 100% in whatever position she plays. She enjoys being involved, has incredible stamina, and embodies the saying – “covers every blade of grass on the field”. This, combined with her close control skills, makes her an essential player on our team. The team plays better with Mia on the field and we look forward to watching her continue to develop and be a leader next year.
Morro Bay High School’s Boy Basketball- Danny Martinez and Jacob Falat
Coach Emily Dunn shares, “In his senior season, Danny Martinez is one of the captains of the Morro Bay High School boys’ basketball team. Danny is the epitome of a stellar teammate on and off the basketball court. His leadership shines through his actions, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. Recognizing the value of every detail, Danny’s commitment to doing the little things sets the tone for team success. His influential voice resonates with all teammates, becoming a reliable pillar for players and coaches.
Jacob Falat, a powerhouse of the MBHS boys’ basketball team, is one of the players who dominates the boards with rebounding prowess. Not only does Jacob secure possessions but also contributes a solid 15 points per game. A true competitor, Jacob’s high basketball IQ is a game-changer, guiding the team to success. His teammates and coaches alike deeply appreciate his strategic brilliance and relentless dedication on the court.
Girls Volleyball – Jane Taylor #19, Megan Merson #11
Coach Yarborough shares the following about her student/athletes, “
For the JV athlete of the month:
Jane Taylor #19
As a sophomore, Jane does an extraordinary job of juggling two AP courses and two honors courses, all while leading our JV team as Co-Captain and starting Middle Blocker. She makes the most of every moment on the court, leading by example with her coachability, determination, natural instinct, and inspiring work ethic. She is an insightful, humble, and compassionate person, who consistently supports and lifts up her teammates with her positivity. We are grateful to have her as a member of our program. She is beyond deserving of this honor.
Frosh Athlete of the Month: #11
Megan Merson is our freshman Co-captain and has been a leader since the 1st day of practice. She sets the expectation and gives a great example to her teammates of working hard and taking ownership of her own positive attitude and her success.
Megan is an amazing athlete, a pleasure to work with and an asset to her team.”
Boys and Girls Cross Country – Lucas McAlpine, Gabriel Yanez-Michel, Wendy Wilson
Coach Frere shares the following about her student/athletes, “
Lucas McAlpine – Lucas is a freshman who has really grown into being a leader among the younger runners. He has been running Varsity and is making a difference in our top 5 guys. He is at practice each day with a positive attitude and is ready to put in the work it takes to be competitive. He is excited about his running career and has goals of running even faster times in the future.
Gabriel Yanez-Michel – Gabriel started this summer as a brand-new runner and is making solid gains this season. Gabriel puts forth his best effort in whatever we are doing, whether it be our daily drills, core & band work, or running a workout. He is a role model for anyone on our team and an excellent example of how consistent work pays off for anyone new to a sport.
Wendy Wilson – Wendy has been training with the team since summer and is consistently one of our top girls. She loves to run, comes to practice energetic and always wants to do more. She enjoys learning how to run a course and practices strategies such as sharp turns. She will be a key player for the girls team in our Championship season this year.”