Once a Saxon, always a Saxon.
In the spirit of that sentiment, Hastings High School has unveiled a new feature highlighting the athletic accomplishments of former Saxons who have gone on to compete at a higher level.
Athletic director Mr. Mohn and athletic secretary Mrs. Kapteyn worked to create the new “Saxons at the Next Level” showcase. Located in the hall near the athletic office, this showcase provides a profile of all the Saxons who are currently competing in collegiate sports.
Mr. Mohn and Mrs. Kapetyn worked to identify all the former Saxons who are currently active in college sports, but they also welcome new submissions if someone was missed.
“The main purpose of the Saxons at the Next Level showcase is to celebrate, and support, those Saxon student-athletes that have taken their talents to the next level,” Mr. Mohn said. “Our approach is one that all of these young people will always be Saxons and they are representing their current school, as well as their alma mater. We would like Saxon fans to know how those kids - who they have cheered for during their high school careers - are doing and where they are.”
The showcase of accomplishments not only highlights the hard work of Hastings athletes but also the hard work of the collective athletic program, which has helped to equip them with what they need to compete in sports at a higher level. It’s a testament to the coaches, trainers and supporters of the Saxons athletic program.
“We get a lot of younger kids seeing this type of thing and many want to follow in the footsteps of those student-athletes that they have looked up to as young student-athletes,” Mr. Mohn added. “It has been a pretty positive thing for a lot of our graduates, their families and those student-athletes that are currently competing for the Hastings Saxons.”