JERSEY - Grace Sharich, a senior cross country runner, is the November Female Athlete of the Month Jersey Community High School.

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Sharich's coach is Harold Landon. Sharich has been running cross country for four years.

"I would like to thank my parents for always supporting me. Whenever I needed help or support, my parents were always there to encourage and guide me to success. I would also like to thank my coach Harold Landon. Coach Landon has guided me and helped shape who I am as a person today. Coach Landon has taught me many lessons about being a teammate, an athlete, and a person."

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"My leadership and diligent work ethic have led me to this award."

My involvement in sports has developed me into a confident person. I used to be shy and quiet, but my experience on the cross country team has led to be a confident leader and a diligent worker. My involvement in sports has shaped me into a person who will not shy away from adversity.

"I am involved in many sports besides cross country. I hope to continue in one of the sports I play after high school as I choose a college to attend. I play softball, and I am the catcher. I also play basketball, and I am a forward."

Riverbender.com's Athlete of the Month Program is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors and the cooperation of our area high schools. This is a great accomplishment and one to be very proud of. Please join us in congratulating this young athlete. We at Riverbender.com wish you continued success in your future!