Congratulations to Michael Roberts, an Inspiring Athlete at TR North
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December 18, 2023Congratulations to Michael Roberts, an Inspiring Athlete at TR North
Michael is Great Inspiration to Us All!
Great Job Michael!
Michael Roberts was in the midst of a career game for the Toms River North bowling team during a recent match against Brick at Ocean Lanes in Lakewood.
He went into the 10th frame with an 183 score, with a first-ever 200-game within reach. As it turned out, he wound up one pin shy of a spare, leaving him with a 192 that still represented the best effort of the senior’s career. The first thing he did was smile. The second was to encourage a teammate who was also in the midst of his final frame.
As far as not reaching 200, he also had a well-thought reaction. “That’s okay,” he said. “I still have time to get it.” The effort, the reaction and the optimism perfectly sum up Roberts, who could very well be the most popular and well-liked person in his entire school.
There’s another thing about Roberts, who is a captain for his team and an Eagle Scout among many impressive accomplishments. Michael has autism. He also provides daily inspiration to all who cross paths with him at the Ocean County school, whether it be in the hallways, classrooms, as a spectator at many TRN sporting events, or as a leader and teammate on the bowling team.
Just ask Micah Ford, the All-State quarterback/defensive back and leader of Toms River North’s NJSIAA Group 5 state championship-winning football team, who is also a honor student and headed to Stanford University.
Some students, particularly younger ones, may look up to Ford. But when Micah seeks inspiration, he thinks about Roberts.
“He’s so inspirational,” Ford said. “He’s the light of our school. When you see him walking around, all you can do is smile. It’s the highlight of your day. He’s at every game, no matter how far, no matter if it’s rain, hail, sleet or snow.
It’s good to have a supporter like that. He’s a really special person.”
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- (Courtesy of NJSIAA)
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