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Jersey Proud: Glen Ridge junior earns Congressional Bronze Medal as an athlete for good

John Leone is a standout on the Glen Ridge lacrosse team, which just won its first state title in 11 years.

News 12 Staff

Jun 19, 2025, 2:22 AM

Updated 6 hr ago

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The Congressional Bronze Medal goes out to select kids and teens across America to recognize their leadership.
The latest winner is a junior at Glen Ridge High School.
John Leone is a standout on the Glen Ridge lacrosse team, which just won its first state title in 11 years.
But it’s also what he’s done off the field. He started a club called “Athletes For Good,” where his teammates give back, volunteering at Toni’s Kitchen in Montclair and holding a coat drive in Newark.