Shannon McMenamin '25 Recruiting Profile

My name is Shannon and I'm a senior at Massapequa High School in New York. I pride myself on balancing the demands associated with being a multisport varsity athlete versus a rigorous accelerated and AP-based academic course load. I am a dedicated, highly competitive, consummate team player who’s willing to contribute in any way possible to help my team achieve the highest level. My goal is to bring my talents and passion to the collegiate level while I pursue my career objective of becoming an orthodontist.

Having never run track on a competitive level before, I joined Massapequa’s winter team in 2022 which culminated in a top 10 finish at the Nassau County Championships in the 600M. My success continued into the 2023 outdoor season, where I expanded my events to include the 400IH (awarded All-Division), 800M, and various relays.  For the 2023/24 indoor season, my coach assigned me to events I’ve never competed in previously to support my overall training, including the 200M, 300M, and 1000M.  I also continued to run in the 400M and 600M, setting new PRs in both.  My 2024 spring track season was very successful.  I was awarded All Division in the 800M and the 4X400M relay, as well as All County in the 4X400M relay.  My 4X400 team qualified to run in the New York State championships in Syracuse as well as the Adidas Nationals in Greensboro.

After three seasons on the varsity swimming team, I decided to join the cross country team for my senior year and was awarded All County honors.

Outside of my high school athletics, I’m a champion Irish step dancer who’s had the privilege of competing on regional, national, and world championship stages. I also play the flute as part of my high school band and serve my community as a lifeguard at our Town pool. I remain a member of my local Girl Scouts troop as well, supporting their various community outreach services.