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KDKA-TV Honors Moon Area High School Senior with "Extra Effort Award"

The station presented the award to Matt McCready for excellence in academics, athletics and community volunteer projects.

KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani presented the Allegheny General Hospital Sports Medicine Extra Effort Award to senior Matt McCready on Thursday in front of the entire student body.

McCready received the award for maintaining a 4.1 grade point average while participating in tennis, soccer and volunteer programs. KDKA-TV also presented a $200 check to .

Throughout the school year, KDKA-TV honors high school students in the region who are dedicated to their academics and communities.

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KDKA-TV will air a segment about this award during its 6:30 p.m. news on Feb. 16.

Do you know a high school student who is deserves an Extra Effort Award? Nominate the student here.

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