Double Duty
Junior year was infamous for its grueling workload which caused some individuals to shy away from taking on new responsibilities, not Alyssa Cirillo. As her sophomore year came to a close, she was first approached by her geometry teacher, the Carroll High School football coach.
“He actually coached my dad, my uncle and my cousin and graduated with one of them…so I kind of had a little bit of a connection with him,” Cirillo said.
Coach Dinan was in need of new managers given that most of his managers were seniors. Cirillo was offered a managing spot and prepared for the expectations of her new role.
“The season starts July 31st and I have to go to every practice every day…we get water, help with the IPads, wrap ankles, get ice, and just be the helpers on the sidelines,” Cirillo said.
Football management required hours of commitment from Cirillo, but even with the demands of this position Cirillo was still ready to take on more. Cirillo was approached again, this time by her yearbook advisor, Mr. Beckly.
“He kind of just pulled me out of the classroom and was like ‘Hey I really like your work ethic and I feel like you’re a good asset to the yearbook,’” Cirillo said.
On top of being a football manager she was also offered the yearbook editor position. Cirillo was quick to respond to Mr. Beckly.
“Yeah, I would love to take on that challenge,” Cirillo said.
Cirillo planned to take this ambition into junior year despite junior years’ tarnished reputation. Even with the additional responsibility of being the editor of the yearbook and a football manager Cirillo propelled herself with confidence and drive.