TUCSON, Ariz.– C.A.T.S. Academics announced Arizona’s student-athletes for the month of October, and the honorees are Cole Stelse (Men’s Tennis), Elizabeth LaRusso (Gymnastics), Adriana Nieves Papaleo (Beach Volleyball) and Jadan Nabor (Men’s Swim & Dive).
Athlete: Cole Stelse
Year: Sophomore
Sport: Men’s Tennis
Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona
“Cole is a Sophomore student-athlete majoring in Biology and minoring in Biomedical Sciences. Cole has had success in his difficult science classes and has one of the highest GPA’s on the team. His dedication to tennis and Academics is clear to everyone who works with him.” – Senior Lead Coordinator Michelle Galambos
Athlete: Elizabeth LaRusso
Year: Senior
Sport: Gymnastics
“Elizabeth LaRusso is a senior student-athlete on the gymnastics team. I have had the pleasure of watching her excel in the classroom and in the gym for the last 3 years. She is one of the most hard-working students I have worked with and always has a positive attitude. There is no doubt that she will be successful in her next phase of life.” – Senior Academic Counselor Sarah Barber
Athlete: Adriana Nieves Papaleo
Year: Junior
Sport: Beach Volleyball
“Adriana Nieves Papaleo is new to the U of A but it feels like she has been here her whole collegiate career. She is one the most determined student-athletes I have seen, and her energy and focus is infectious. Adriana is an excellent engineering student who cares about her teammates and wants everyone to find success not just athletically but in the classroom too.” – Senior Academic Counselor Sarah Barber
Athlete: Jadan Nabor
Year: Senior
Sport: Men’s Swim & Dive
Hometown: Goodyear, Arizona
“Jadan is a senior student-athlete who strives for excellence both in and out of the pool. Jadan is the captain of the swim team and is dedicated to balancing demanding academics with exceptional swimming. Jadan plans on attending physical therapy school once he graduates this May and as a standout athlete, he has demonstrated knowing what it takes to be great at everything he does and bring out the best in everyone around him. In his free time his summer he dedicated time into creating workout plans for swimmers of all ages in the community who wanted to get better and was praised by showcasing outstanding skill, teamwork, and leadership qualities,…
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