If I had a great big banner, and could, I’d hang it clear across Limerick Road in front of the Arundel Town Hall.

Why? To recognize the outstanding accomplishments of three young Arundel women, excellent student-athletes all, who have recently become Maine state high school champions. Yes, all three hail from Arundel! Each has gained top statewide recognition in a different sport.

Everyone in our small community can and should be rightly proud of each of you for your long term dedication to work hard and to be the very best you can be. You’ve set a fine example for the many youth following you.

Who are these young ladies and how did they excel? Marshall Lowery won two individual girls state swimming events and also anchored two strong relay teams. Samantha Sinnott-Curran won the state indoor track shot put. And last, but certainly not least, Victoria Lux was a cornerstone player on three consecutive (almost four) state girls basketball championship teams. All of this happened within the last month as high school winter sports reached their climax. (Spring can’t be too far behind, can it?)

I’m confident these three young ladies, having dedicated themselves for so long to excel in both academics and athletics, will have successful futures. Their parents, their K-12 teachers and staff and the citizens of Arundel have every right to be exceedingly proud of these fine young adults.

Jack Reetz, Arundel