Vena Chooses the Cavs
It has been reported by the on line arm of the Newark Star-Ledger (NJ.com) that Morristown's Nick Vena, arguably the best schoolboy T&F athlete in New Jersey history has chosen Charlottesville as his college destination next fall. Vena who has PRs of 72'10.5" in the Shot Put and 186'4 in the Discus will continue his education and athletic career at the University of Virginia under the tutelage of Head Coach Jason Vigilante and Throws Coach Carrie lane.
Vena has had a storied career in the Shot at Morristown HS. he has set national class records in each of his previous 3 years and has collected 7 Meet of Champions Titles with both the Shot and Discus.
This summer, Nick, representing the USA, competed in the IAAF World Junior Championships, taking 4th in the Shot Put. He threw 64'8.5" using the heavier international implement.
Photo: Nick Vena @ 2010 Group 4 Championships
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