Eight Oswego Student-Athletes Commit to Compete at the Collegiate Level

OSWEGO – Eight Oswego High School student-athletes are being recognized for their dedication and accomplishments as they prepare to take the next step in their athletic careers. These Buccaneers have committed to continuing their athletic and academic journeys at the collegiate level, representing a variety of schools and NCAA divisions.

The student-athletes and their respective colleges include Taylor Geraci, who will play Division I lacrosse at Monmouth University; Giada Pezzlo, who will play Division II lacrosse at Mercy University; Natalia Ramos, who will play Division III volleyball at Finger Lakes Community College; Erika Barbera, who will play Division II lacrosse at Post University; Hunter Joseph, who will play Division III baseball at Houghton University; Maria Sweet, who will play Division I softball at the University of Virginia; Cooper Dawson, who will compete in Division I swimming at the University of Evansville; and Jack Canale-Giberson, who will play Division II lacrosse at D’Youville University.

“Earning the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level is a distinction reserved for a select few,” Athletic Director Cynthia Lauzon said. “Seeing our Buccaneers take this next step fills our entire community with immense pride.”

Each student-athlete has worked toward this milestone throughout their time as a Buccaneer, with coaches, families and teammates playing an important role along the way. They will take the skills, experiences and relationships built at Oswego with them as they begin this exciting next chapter.