George Washington Patriots Named Chicago Sky High School Team of the Week
December 9, 2015 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Chicago Sky News Release
CHICAGO - The Chicago Sky has selected George Washington High School as the first weekly winner of its 2016 "High School Team of the Week" program. They earn the honor after being nominated for their courageous spirit on the court, in the classroom and in their community.
The George Washington Patriots are showing their resilience this season in the face of adversity. The team has had to adapt to limited practice space and resources. With their unwavering spirit, the Patriots have risen above these challenges and found creative ways to utilize their limited space. Coming off a 13-3 record last season, the Patriots are currently 1-3 on the season and boast a starting lineup of two seniors and three freshmen. Despite facing adversity, the players pride themselves on always working as a team and giving full effort at every practice and game.
Off the court, the Patriots are dedicated in the classroom and inspiring the community. The team strives for academic excellence and has a 3.0 team grade point average. Additionally, each player on the Patriots' roster commits more than 40 hours to service in the community during the school year. In spite of the challenges the players face, they aim to overcome obstacles for the sport and serve as role models to young girls in the community.
George Washington is the first program to be recognized as a 2016 award recipient. As a Chicago Sky "High School Basketball Team of the Week" award winner, the George Washington Patriots are invited to enjoy a Chicago Sky game, where they will have the opportunity to watch the world's best female basketball players. At halftime of the game, the team will be honored at center court.
All teams that compete in IHSA class 1A, 2A, 3A or 4A competitions are eligible to win a weekly honor. Nominations from parents, coaches, school faculty members and players are welcome and should be completed on the Chicago Sky website (www.chicagosky.net) through February 29.
At the end of the 10-week program, each weekly winning team will be entered to win the "High School Team of the Year" award for 2016. The winner, determined through online voting, will be announced on Opening Night 2016.
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