Johnston Community College Recognizes Athletes for Outstanding Achievements

04.08.2024
Photo of Student athletes nominated for NJCAA All Region Academic Awards

Smithfield, N.C., (April 9, 2024) – Johnston Community College held a banquet this month to acknowledge the outstanding achievements of the college’s athletes. 

JCC has men’s and women’s basketball, a cheer/dance team, as well as a nationally ranked co-ed Esports team.

The following athletes were recognized for their accomplishments this year.

The following athletes were recognized for their  accomplishments this year.

Newcomer of the Year: Michael Linton 
Most Outstanding Player: Jaidyne Dunn 
Academic Award: Quaevon Anderson 
Most Valuable Player: Ellija Preddy 

Newcomer of the Year: Mya Smith
Coaches Award: Meilani Patterson 
Academic Award: Z'niah Thaggard 
Most Valuable Player: Meilani Patterson

Leadership Award: Whitney Williams
Academic Award: Whitney Williams
Rookie of the Year: Ladasia Howard
Top Performer Award:  Jennifer Moran Acevedo

Alayna Randolph
Alvin Singleton
Quaevon Anderson
Z’niah Thaggard 

Ellija Preddy 

Leadership Award: Jordan Nolte
Academic Award: Leah Tracy
Rookie of the Year: Josiah Santana
Top Performer Award: Kaven Peacock