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North Allegheny High School

Senior | WR/DB

Luciana is an excellent leader for the North Allegheny Tigers Girls Flag Football team. She is always supportive of teammates ideas, never turns ideas away, and is proactive in addressing a gap that she may see. She has a contagiousness about the way she carries herself, making those around her likely to follow in her footsteps both on and off the field. Luciana is a 2 sport letterwinner, a member of the National Honor Society, volunteers with the Just for Girls Sports Camp every summer and is an active member of her church.

Seneca Valley High School

Senior | QB/DB

Madi exemplifies what it means to be a leader for her teammates and her community. A senior for Seneca Valley Girls Flag Football, Madi's character and work ethic elevates everyone around her. She is trusted by her coaches, teammates and friends and is dedicated to her personal growth and leadership development. Madi never misses an opportunity to turn a small task into an opportunity to connect with her teammates, both personally and athletically to talk about on field tactics as well. Madi's dedication continues far off the field serving as a head counselor for the YMCA summer camp, coaching youth flag football teams, officiating games, as well as being a critical member of the school's Student Athlete Leadership Team. She also volunteers at events through National Honor Society, HMS Open House and the CVE Fun Run.

North Catholic High School

Senior | RB/DB

Simone is a perfect example of what it means to be a peer leader for the Trojans Flag Football team. She may be a Division I soccer recruit, but her demeanor and character go far beyond that of her athletic ability. Simone is a star on the field, in the classroom and in the community, truly leading by example and through her unselfish, humble nature. She always brightens the mood of the team, showing up with a smile on her face and bringing a positive attitude to everything she does, which naturally leads her peers to gravitate towards her. Simone was a huge part in getting girls flag football started at North Catholic, playing for 4 years for the team and now being the second largest girls sport in the school. She is also heavily involved in the community, volunteering at the Women's Center of Beaver County, Divine Grace Parish and St. Mark the Evangelist Summer Festival.

Pine-Richland High School

Junior | Center/WR

Alaina is an exceptional leader at Pine‑Richland High School and a driving force behind the school's inaugural Girls Flag Football program. She is consistently supportive of her peers, encouraging others and celebrating their success. Alaina leads with empathy, confidence, and positivity, bringing teammates together both on and off the field. Her passion for service and mentorship inspires those around her and sets a strong example for future generations of athletes.