Cantello on Hanko:
"Andrew is a quiet, but resolute runner who had the `pick of the litter' when it came to college choices. Thankfully, he chose Annapolis. Our contract with him is to allow this outstanding young man to flourish as a future officer and a runner."

High School:
Attended Trinity Christian School ... lettered in cross country, track and soccer ... outdoor track All-American in the 5,000-meter run ... all-state member in the outdoor 3,200-meter run ... three-time state champion in the 1,600-meter run ... twice claimed the state title in the 3,200-meter run ... all-county indoor and outdoor track runner in 2006 and `07 ... selected all-county in cross country during his senior year ... finished second in the 3,000-meter run at the 2007 Penn Relays with a time of 8:29.02 ... competed against Navy teammates Chris Horel and Tim Whitney during his career.

Personal:
Son of Steven and Beverly Hanko ... born Oct. 7, 1988, in Englewood, N.J.