For her hard work and dedication both on and off the field and court, Bellport High School senior Brynn Johnsen has been distinguished with the News 12 Scholar Athlete award.

The senior was featured on News 12 and received a $1,000 scholarship from Bethpage Federal Credit Union.

“I am honored to receive this award,” said Johnsen. “I want to thank my mentors — specifically my teachers, coaches and our athletic trainer, Gina — for constantly pushing me outside of my comfort zone to be a better student-athlete.”

Johnsen also thanked her family for instilling the importance of being a team player from a young age. “I think of my family as a team and we all work together and support each other,” she said. “If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be the person or team player I am today.” She added, “I feel so grateful to be surrounded by such a supportive family and such amazing teachers and coaches. They really are true leaders. We have a special, tight-knit community here at Bellport and I’m proud to represent it.”

Johnsen captains both the varsity lacrosse and basketball teams. She helped lead her basketball team to the county finals this past season and reached a milestone of 1,000 points in her high school basketball career.

With a goal to study athletic training in college in the fall, Johnsen has trained with her school’s athletic trainer and through the Stony Brook University sports medicine mentorship program.

Apart from the field and court, Johnsen serves as president of the student council and Athletes Helping Athletes Club and is a student representative on the Board of Education. She is also a member of the National, Math and Science honor societies and the Outdoor Club. Outside of school, she is an ocean lifeguard.

The South Country Central School District congratulates Brynn Johnsen on her impressive accomplishments.

Date Added: 3/19/2024