Hawk You Should Know

By Meghan Benson | Athletics, Student Life, Upper School

Students recognized as a Hawk You Should Know are nominated by the Prairie faculty. Submissions are open to all teachers, coaches, advisors, etc.

This week’s Hawk was nominated by Joe Manley.

 

Meet Sydney Dues ’25, a quiet force of leadership and loyalty who’s helped anchor Prairie Girls’ Soccer through some of its most exciting seasons.

Accomplishments & Activities:

  • 4-Year Varsity Soccer Player
    • State Runner-Up (2022, 2024)
    • 2nd Team All-Conference & All-County
    • Team Captain
  • Assistant Coach for Middle School Boys’ Soccer
  • Peer Mentor

What Being a Hawk Means to Sydney:
 “Being a Hawk means you are surrounded by a community that is encouraging you to reach your full potential, especially when working alongside peers and faculty.”

Sydney’s impact may be quiet, but it runs deep. From sneaking into open gyms as an eighth grader to becoming a steady presence and trusted leader on and off the field, she’s shown up every day with purpose and positivity. “Sydney has been an incredibly consistent and thoughtful leader of our team,” shared Coach Joe Manley. “Never one to need praise or reinforcement, she was self-motivated and dedicated to the success of the team. She will be deeply missed.”

Next fall, Sydney will head to Creighton University to study Nursing – a perfect next step for someone who’s always been driven by care, consistency, and a commitment to helping others thrive.