{"id":121256,"date":"2014-03-26T16:25:00","date_gmt":"2014-03-26T22:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/schwartz-shines-for-bears\/"},"modified":"2014-03-26T16:25:00","modified_gmt":"2014-03-26T22:25:00","slug":"schwartz-shines-for-bears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/schwartz-shines-for-bears\/","title":{"rendered":"Schwartz shines for Bears"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\"Brianna
Brianna Schwartz, who will play in Colorado's all-state basketball game, goes up for a shot earlier this season.<\/span>Sam Green\/Cortez Journal<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>

Teachers, peers and members of the local community rave about Dolores High School senior Brianna Schwartz and rightfully so.<\/p>\n

After all, the three-sport varsity athlete, standout student and renowned leader has accumulated quite the list of accomplishments over the course of her high school career.<\/p>\n

Recently chosen to participate in the 2A Colorado Coaches of Girls\u2019 Sports All-State Basketball Game, Schwartz will travel to Arvada on March 30 to compete in the all-star event.<\/p>\n

Below are some of the many qualities and accomplishments that make Schwartz so special.<\/p>\n

All-state basketball player<\/p>\n

Known for her tenacious defense and never-quit attitude, Schwartz was been nothing less than stellar during her high school basketball career.<\/p>\n

Leading her team to several wins during the 2013-14 season, Schwartz made the most of her senior year, averaging 19.7 points per game.<\/p>\n

Even with her impressive individual accomplishments, Schwartz elected to discuss the experiences she shared with her team.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ll always remember the friendship, the sportsmanship and the laughs on the bus rides,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Varsity volleyball player<\/p>\n

Also a standout on the Dolores High School volleyball team, Schwartz brought power and skill to her outside hitter position, helping her team to a 13-8 season record.<\/p>\n

Known as a leader on and off the court, Schwartz briefly discussed what has allowed her to serve as an example for teammates.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve always just stepped up, led practices and helped other girls out when they needed it,\u201d said Schwartz.<\/p>\n

Impressive track athlete<\/p>\n

A talented runner and hurdler, Schwartz has aided the Dolores High School track team in reaching great heights during the last four years.<\/p>\n

A state qualifier in the 300 hurdles as a freshman and a state qualifier in several relay events during the past three years, Schwartz is intent on returning to the state meet as a senior.<\/p>\n

Off to a blazing start this season, Schwartz has already recorded several top-10 finishes, including fourth place finishes in the 100-meter and 300-meter hurdles at the Piedra Vista Invite on March 15.<\/p>\n

Well-rounded individual<\/p>\n

As impressive as Schwartz\u2019s athletic accomplishments have been, her work in the classroom and the community has been nearly as impressive.<\/p>\n

A stellar student who has earned a 4.0 GPA during this, her senior year, Schwartz plans to attend Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely, where she plans to play basketball and study athletic training.<\/p>\n

Aware that her family and the Dolores community played a vital role in her development, Schwartz offered thanks to those around her.<\/p>\n

A standout in so many ways, Schwartz will undoubtedly be remembered for her many accomplishments and contributions.<\/p>\n

Without a doubt, the soon-to-be graduate appears to have a bright future ahead of her.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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