The Gateway Lady Gators celebrated Senior Night prior to their 5A Section 1 matchup against the Plum Mustangs. Guided by head coach Erica Bosh and assistant coach Ally Bozicevic, the program honored six outstanding graduating seniors alongside their families and recognized educators for their leadership, athletic achievements, and Gator pride:
Lydia DiPalma (#13, Libero / Defensive Specialist) – A four-year varsity member and three-year club player with P3R Volleyball Club, Lydia served as the Gators’ primary libero. She plans to attend a five-year physician assistant program, while recognizing teacher Mr. Lattanzio for his guidance in faith, life, and academics.
Angelina Green (#14, Defensive Specialist / Setter) – A four-year varsity member and three-year Premier Volleyball club player, Angelina earned the “Heart of the Team” award from her coaches and teammates for the past two seasons. She will attend Slippery Rock University to major in special education, honoring teacher Mrs. Pedicord for inspiring her career path.
Kalee Kellman (#7, Outside Hitter) – A four-year varsity member and team co-captain, Kalee excelled as a multi-sport athlete, earning WPIAL medal honors in the 300m hurdles, placing 17th at the Junior Olympics in the 100m hurdles, and qualifying for track nationals seven times. She will compete in college track at a four-year university while majoring in childhood education, recognizing teacher Mr. Perhacs for his support and encouragement.
Macy Kweder (#5, Defensive Specialist / Outside Hitter) – A four-year varsity player, Macy contributed as a defensive specialist. She plans to major in political science in college, while recognizing teacher Mr. Justice (along with Mr. Wheeling) as a valued mentor.
Sophia Segar (#6, Right Side Hitter / Outside Hitter) – A four-year varsity member, six-year club player, and third-generation Gateway graduate whose grandfather served as school board president. She will attend a four-year college to major in early childhood education, honoring teacher Mrs. Ricardi for inspiring her passion for teaching.
Triniti Stevenson (#2, Outside Hitter) – A four-year varsity letterwinner and two-year team co-captain, Triniti starred on the outside after five years of club experience with Pit Elite and Edge Volleyball. She will attend Point Park University to major in biology and play college volleyball in the fall, expressing gratitude to teacher Mr. Spagnola for his constant humor and mentorship.their regular-season finale against Penn Hills.
