Rosemont, PA- The Rosemont College Athletics department announced five 2020 End of Year Awards. The winners and finalists can be seen below.
Rookie of the Year:
This award recognizes a first-year athlete who demonstrates athletic success and who had an outstanding rookie season.
2020 Rookie of the Year Finalists
- Alex Arriola (Freshman, Men’s Soccer)
- Madison Boltersdorf (Freshman, Women’s Soccer)
- Sam Reynolds (Freshman, Men’s Golf)
- Heriberto Hernandez Jr. (Freshman, Men’s Volleyball)
2020 Rookie of the Year Winner
- Alex Arriola
- In his freshman debut, Arriola recieved All-CSAC Honorable Mention after an impressive season leading the men’s soccer team the CSAC championship game. Arriola tallied three goals, one assist, and seven points. He also added nine shots on goal.
Donaldson Award:
This award is presented to the junior or senior who has displayed excellence in the classroom and on the playing field. The athlete must have had at least three years of varsity experience, a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.20, and have been a key contributor to his or her team.
2020 Donaldson Award Finalists
- Abigail Wolfe (Senior, Women’s Cross Country and Lacrosse)
- Ke’alohilani Naone-Carter (Senior, Women’s Volleyball and Basketball)
- Will Boehmer (Junior, Men’s Soccer)
- Maciana Mazzeo (Junior, Women’s Soccer and Lacrosse)
- Nick Gemmell (Senior, Men’s Basketball)
2020 Donaldson Award Winner
- Ke’alohilani Naone-Carter
- Naone-Carter had an extraordinary senior year, both on the court and in the classroom. Naone-Carter maintained a high GPA while also dominating on the court. As the captain of the women’s basketball team, she was a key factor making All-CSAC First Team and leading the team in points and minutes per game.
Cathy Mulvaney Award:
This award is given annually to any Rosemont student-athlete that demonstrates excellence on the field and in the classroom as well as showing strong leadership and dedication.
2020 Cathy Mulvaney Award Finalists
- Brandon Krausse (Senior, Men’s Lacrosse)
- J’Nea Jenkins (Senior, Women’s Volleyball, Lacrosse, and Basketball)
- Gabe Rizzo (Men’s Cross Country)
- Julianna Capece (Women’s Tennis and Volleyball)
2020 Cathy Mulvaney Award Winner
- Brandon Krausse
- Although his senior lacrosse season was cut short, Krausse still was able to total 15 goals, 5 assists, and broke a school record for most points in a game, scoring 10. Krausse is a member of RSAAC. He also volunteers for the CRC Watershed Association and the Headstrong Foundation. Krausse received the 2020 Patty McClatchy Award.
Male Athlete of the Year Award:
This award recognizes a male athlete who had an outstanding season and excelled in their respective sport(s).
2020 Male Athlete of the Year Award Finalists
- Josh Dawicki (Senior, Men’s Soccer)
- Marlon Sharpton (Junior, Men’s Basketball)
- Michael Lange ( Senior, Men’s Golf)
2020 Male Athlete of the Year Award Winner
- Michael Lange
- In his senior year, Lange achieved a 73.43 scoring average, which is the lowest in program history. He was also Farmingdale State Invitational Individual Champion.Lange was also a Mid Atlantic All-Region honoree. He scored a low round of 68 twice this season.
Female Athlete of the Year:
This award recognizes a female athlete who had an outstanding season and excelled in their respective sport(s).
2020 Female Athlete of the Year Award Finalists
- Alyssa Springer (Junior, Women’s Volleyball)
- Maciana Mazzeo ( Junior, Women’s Lacrosse and Soccer)
- Ke’alohilani Naone-Carter (Women’s Volleyball and Lacrosse)
2020 Female Athlete of the Year Award Winner
- Ke’alohilani Naone-Carter
- Naone-Carter had an extraordinary senior season in both basketball and volleyball. She earned national attention in women’s basketball from the NCAA ranking 5th in scoring in the country (22.3 ppg). Naone-Carter was named to the All-CSAC First Team for women’s basketball and she was an All-CSAC Honorable Mention honoree for women’s volleyball. She was also named to the D3Hoops.com Atlantic Region Second Team.
Congratulations to all of the Rosemont College student-athletes on their amazing efforts this year!
