Beyond the Classroom: Three BCIT Medford Student-Athletes Make History
From record-breaking performances to state championship qualifications, BCIT Medford student-athletes are proving that excellence extends far beyond the classroom.
Three Medford Tech Jaguars have reached remarkable athletic milestones this fall, demonstrating the dedication, discipline, and perseverance that define the BCIT student experience.
Kevin Preciado Ruiz Makes New Jersey Soccer History
Senior goalkeeper Kevin Preciado Ruiz has made history as New Jersey's all-time high school boys soccer career saves leader, reaching an extraordinary 762 saves.
A four-year varsity starter and Criminal Justice student, Kevin has demonstrated exceptional commitment both on the soccer field and in the classroom. His achievement reflects years of hard work, consistency, and determination.
For Kevin, the lessons learned through athletics and career and technical education go hand in hand. His experience at BCIT has helped him develop leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and time management skills that will serve him well beyond graduation.
Olivia Rabinowitz Reaches 500 Career Saves
Olivia Rabinowitz, a sophomore goalkeeper for the Medford Tech girls soccer team, celebrated an impressive milestone on October 20, recording her 500th career save.
Reaching this accomplishment so early in her high school career speaks to Olivia's talent, determination, and dedication to her team. With more than two seasons of high school athletics ahead of her, Olivia continues to establish herself as a standout goalkeeper for the Jaguars.
Chris Davis Breaks School Record and Qualifies for States
Senior cross country runner Chris Davis has earned his place in Medford Tech history, becoming just the third runner in the school's history to qualify for the state championships.
Chris secured his qualification by finishing among the top 15 runners with an outstanding time of 16 minutes, 24 seconds, breaking the previous school record of 16:27 set by Zaire Carter in 2017.
His achievement marks a significant milestone for Medford Tech's cross country program and reflects the perseverance and dedication required to compete at the state level.
Building Champions in Every Arena
At Burlington County Institute of Technology, student success is measured by more than academic achievement alone. Through a combination of rigorous academics, career and technical education, extracurricular opportunities, and competitive athletics, students are encouraged to discover their strengths and pursue excellence in every area.
The accomplishments of Kevin, Olivia, and Chris demonstrate what is possible when talent meets opportunity, discipline, and determination.
Congratulations to these outstanding Jaguars for representing BCIT Medford with pride and continuing to raise the bar for future generations of student-athletes!