William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has achieved significant success in recent competitions. On November 6, she won her fourth consecutive Class A title at the Suffolk Cross Country Championships and State Qualifiers held at Sunken Meadow Park, completing the 5K race in 18:49.7. This victory qualifies her for the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Cross Country Championships on November 16 at Queensbury High School.
In addition to her local achievements, Macchia was named the USATF Athlete of the Week after winning her third consecutive USATF National Youth 5K championship during the NYC Marathon weekend. She secured the girls’ title with a time of 17:27, matching her performance from last year.
John Ryan, head coach of William Floyd's girls’ cross-country team, expressed his admiration for Macchia's accomplishments. “What an amazing kid – truly one of a kind," said Coach Ryan. "I cannot thank her enough for all the incredibly positive recognition that she has brought to the William Floyd School District."
Macchia is also recognized as a two-time Gatorade New York State Runner of the Year and plans to attend BYU next fall.