From Section V to Division 1 & 2: Gray and DiQuattro Commit to Collegiate Soccer on B-B Fall Signing Day

On November 12, Byron-Bergen seniors Grace DiQuattro and Mia Gray committed to play soccer at Felician University and the University of Florida, respectively. During their time at Byron-Bergen, both athletes contributed to five Section V Championships, four Regional Championships, and one State Championship. After finishing their senior season on the Byron-Bergen Girls Varsity Soccer team with another Section V brick and trip to the New York State tournament, the two athletes and teammates prepare for the next step in their academic and athletic careers.

DiQuattro posted 71 goals and 72 assists in her varsity career. She is a two-time Genesee Region All-Star, two-time Section V All-Star, and was named to both the All-Greater Rochester and All-State teams. Outside of sports, DiQuattro is Senior Class President and a member of the Varsity Club. After graduating in June, she will attend Felician University, where she plans to major in marketing and minor in sports management. She would like to thank her coaches, Matt Waddington, Issac Kissi, and Wayne Hill, as well as her family, for their continued and constant support throughout her athletic career.

“Grace is an awesome young lady and an extremely dedicated and hard-working athlete,” said Byron-Bergen Athletic Director Rich Hannan. “Her skill and poise on the field set her apart from the competition. She is a tenacious competitor and does all that she can to help her team achieve its goals. She is a phenomenal teammate and is a great mentor and role model to younger players. It has been a pleasure watching her come through the program, and we will miss Grace on and off the pitch when she moves on to Felician University. They are getting a great one in Grace DiQuattro. I cannot wait to see what she does in the next portion of her soccer career and beyond!”

Gray posted 191 goals and 127 assists in her varsity career. She has been named Primetime Small School Player of the Year, NYS Class C Player of the Year, a five-time Genesee Player of the Year, a six-time Genesee Region All-Star, and was named to the All-Greater Rochester Team and All-State team five times. Additionally, she was named Ohio Valley Conference Player three times in club soccer. In addition to soccer, Gray participated in basketball, track and field, and is a member of the Varsity Club. After graduating in December, Gray will attend the University of Florida, where she will explore options for courses of study. She would like to thank her parents, family, and coaches Wayne Hill, Issac Kissi, and Eric Dade.

“I have been in the business for a long time, and Mia Gray is a generational talent,” said Hannan. “She is driven to be her best in every facet of the game. Her love of soccer shines through when she is on the field, and her drive to help her team succeed is second to none. She is a dynamic player and so fun to watch. What I appreciate most has been watching her I.Q. grow for the sport and the command she takes of the game when she is on the pitch. I love the way she looks out for her teammates and picks them up whenever needed. Mia will be a huge asset to the University of Florida. I look forward to watching her at the next level. UF is lucky to have her!”

Hannan, Varsity Soccer Coach Wayne Hill, and the parents of both athletes witnessed the signing ceremony.

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