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MICHAEL ROMES - LAROSA'S MVP OF THE WEEK WINNER
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NAME: Michael Romes
SCHOOL: Beechwood High School
SPORT(S): Basketball
GRADUATING YR.: 2006
GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT: Leading Beechwood to regional tournament for first time in over 13 years.
BIRTHDATE: 8-6-88
HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6'4" - 185 lbs.
RESIDENCE: Villa Hills, Ky.
PARENTS: Bob & Dana
BIGGEST INFLUENCE: "My dad."
FUTURE GOAL: "Play college basketball."
MVP ACCOMPLISHMENTS: This senior forward, wearing jersey number 23, is one of Northern Kentucky's top scorers and best basketball players. He averaged 24 points (2nd in Northern Kentucky) and 9 rebounds last year as a junior, when he was voted team MVP. He earned many honors, including being named to the All "A" Classic regional all-tournament team, the 34th district all-tournament team, and the 9th region all-tournament team. He was also named 1st team all-Northern Kentucky. Michael has started strong this year, too, with 35 vs. Morgan County, 29 vs. Ryle, 22 points (10 rebounds) vs. Ludlow, and dropping in 19 vs. Dayton. A good student active in community service, Michael also played high school baseball. He has not yet selected a college, but plans to play basketball at the next level. His favorite athlete is Chad Johnson, and his most-like-to-meets are Michael Jordan and Brett Favre.

COACH'S QUOTE -- "Michael is accurate from three point range, and can drive to the basket; he is a strong rebounder, who is most dangerous in transition. A tireless worker, Michael is a pleasure to coach." -- Mike Herald, Basketball Coach