KP High School Senior Competes in Junior Olympics

Stephanie Saccente places third in 3000 meter racewalk.

Posted Fri, Aug 31, 2012 at 2:39 am ET|Updated Fri, Aug 31, 2012 at 2:40 am ET

A Kings Park High School senior recently took a top finishing spot in the Junior Olympics for track and field.

Stephanie Saccente placed third in the 3000 meter racewalk with an overall time of 16:21 and achieving All-American honors for her efforts.

Saccente holds all records for racewalking at the high school and recently trained with London Olympian racewalker Maria Michta.

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