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Norwood-Norfolk's Kellison and Canton's Shannon named NCTW athletes of the week

Posted 2/6/20

Kellison averages 15 points, two rebounds and two steels, per game and she’s only a sophomore. “Kylee had a great year last season as a freshman on varsity and has taken a step forward in her …

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Norwood-Norfolk's Kellison and Canton's Shannon named NCTW athletes of the week

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Kellison averages 15 points, two rebounds and two steels, per game and she’s only a sophomore.

“Kylee had a great year last season as a freshman on varsity and has taken a step forward in her sophomore season,” said Coach Jason Gallant. “She is hard working, coachable, and a great teammate. Her work ethic, attitude and sportsmanship set her up for a bright future.”

She is the daughter of Miranda Vari.

In addition to playing basketball, Kellison plays soccer and softball and has plans to attend college after graduation in 2022.

Shannon making two schools proud

[img_assist|nid=274611|title=Sean Shannon|desc=|link=none|align=right|width=250|height=349]Canton’s NCTW Athlete of the Week attends Madrid-Waddington Central.

Sean Shannon, a junior, has participated in indoor track and field for 5 years, and is a mid-distance runner.

Shannon runs six days a week, and leads Canton High in the 4x800 and 4x400 relays and is the fastest middle-distance runner in 600 and 1000 meter runs.

He is coached by Kris Boettcher and Bryan Huntley.

“Sean is easily one of the most coachable athletes I have ever had,” said Coach Kris Boettcher. “He is polite, respectful and hard working, on top of being a talented athlete.

“This combination has led to the success that Sean has see on the track.”

“During December break in Utica, Shannon placed 12th our of 65 athletes in the 600m run.”

He is the son of Shannon and Kevin Shannon of Johnstown, Canada.

Shannon hopes to attend college for architecture and run at college.