Michigan Deli Athletes of the Week: Salvatore DiGirolamo & Alyssa Cornacchia

Salvatore DiGirolamo and Alyssa Cornacchia have been named this week's Athletes of the Week by Kenilworth Coaches, recognizing their dedication to sports and community.

Union County Life covers Kenilworth student-athletes and community recognition across all 21 Union County municipalities.

Salvatore DiGirolamo

Salvatore DiGirolamo is an upcoming second-grader at Harding Elementary School who has played baseball since he was three years old. This fall, he will be trying flag football for the first time. Among his proudest sports memories is getting to play baseball with Aaron Judge at his summer camp and turning his first double play. Beyond sports, Salvatore enjoys building Legos, playing video games, and working with Creative Lab Kits by Mark Rober. His favorite class at school is gym, and his favorite food is chicken nuggets.

Alyssa Cornacchia

Alyssa Cornacchia is a 10-year-old future fifth grader who loves staying active and trying new sports. She has been playing softball for three years and soccer for five years, and will return for her second season of fall football and basketball this winter. Alyssa is also a brown belt in karate, demonstrating her commitment to athletic growth across multiple disciplines. One of her favorite softball memories is being named MVP at Roselle Park's Christmas in July Tournament. When not competing, she enjoys crafting, playing board games with her family, and adding to her squishy collection. Her favorite foods are chicken cutlets and Italian ice, and her favorite subject in school is math.

Recognition

Both athletes will receive a burger, fries, and a soft drink courtesy of Michigan Deli, located at 219 Market Street in Kenilworth.

Find more Kenilworth student-athlete and community recognition news on Union County Life.

FAQ

Q: Who are Kenilworth's Athletes of the Week?
A: Salvatore DiGirolamo and Alyssa Cornacchia have been named this week's Athletes of the Week by Kenilworth Coaches.

Q: How old is Salvatore DiGirolamo?
A: Salvatore DiGirolamo is an upcoming second-grader at Harding Elementary School.

Q: What sports does Salvatore play?
A: Salvatore has played baseball since age three. He will try flag football this fall.

Q: What is Salvatore's favorite sports memory?
A: His best sports memory is playing baseball with Aaron Judge at summer camp and turning his first double play.

Q: How old is Alyssa Cornacchia?
A: Alyssa Cornacchia is 10 years old and a future fifth grader.

Q: What sports does Alyssa play?
A: Alyssa plays softball (3 years), soccer (5 years), flag football (2nd season), basketball, and is a brown belt in karate.

Q: What is Alyssa's notable achievement?
A: Alyssa was named MVP at Roselle Park's Christmas in July Softball Tournament.

Q: Who selects the Athletes of the Week?
A: Kenilworth Coaches select the Athletes of the Week.

Q: What do the Athletes of the Week receive?
A: Both athletes receive a burger, fries, and a soft drink courtesy of Michigan Deli.