High school seniors honored at Dellecave Awards

Eastport South Manor High School seniors Layla Bloxon and Brady McGowan and Center Moriches High School seniors Laila Cole and Luke-Rebore-Costanzo were recently honored at the 26 annual Butch Dellecave Awards held recently at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook.

Named in memory of the late Gaetano “Butch” Dellecave, the legendary educator, coach, and official, the award is a collaboration between the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk, Inc., the Butch Dellecave Foundation, and Newsday. The program is built on a 26-year partnership with Suffolk County school districts.

Each high school in the county is invited to nominate one male and one female member of its senior class. Finalists must demonstrate a rare combination of athletic prowess, academic achievement, and meaningful civic involvement.

“The Dellecave Awards shine a spotlight on exceptional graduating seniors from across Suffolk County,” said Adrian Fassett, president and CEO of the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk. “These nominees have distinguished themselves through athletic excellence, academic commitment, and service to others. We are proud to help celebrate their achievements and the promise they hold as future leaders in our communities.”