Athletes of the week

Juliana Metz

HAWKEN>>CROSS COUNTRY FRESHMAN On the course: Placed sixth at Boardman meet in 19:50. Led Hawken to a first-place team finish. Off the course: “I’m a very goal-driven person and appreciate those around me who support me in my efforts and help me reach my goals.”

Augie King

NDCL>>CROSS COUNTRY JUNIOR On the course: Led Lions to Division II championship at Boardman Spartan Invitational. Finished 14th out of 406 in 17:14. Off the course: Augie is a nickname for Lyndhurst resident. First name is Karl. Can ride a unicycle and solve a Rubik’s cube under water.

Victoria Tromba

MADISON>>SOCCER JUNIOR>>CENTER BACK On the pitch: Led Blue Streaks to their third straight shutout, 2-0 over NDCL; defense has six shutouts in eight matches and hasn’t yielded a goal in September. Off the pitch: “Vic” is also a cheerleader. Plays alto saxophone in the marching band.

Nate Kawalec

CHARDON>>CROSS COUNTRY SENIOR On the course: Won the boys race at Boardman, the largest invitational at Northeast Ohio. Has won all three of his races this season. Off the course: Plans to run in college. Enjoys watching the Indians, Cavaliers and Browns.

Mackenzie Hanford

WEST GEAUGA>>TENNIS JUNIOR>>FIRST SINGLES On the court: Went 3-0 with wins over opponents from Harvey, Geneva and Chardon. Is 11-0 for the season. Off the court: Enjoys reading fashion magazines, sewing and running track in the spring. Loves a good movie night.

Godwin Joe

BRUSH>>FOOTBALL SENIOR>>QB/DB On the field: In a 37-24 win over Mayfield, accounted for 642 yards of offense. He threw for 512 yards and five touchdowns. Off the field: Favorite subjects are AP calculus and forensic science. Favorite foods are Moe’s Southwest and Chicken Alfredo.

Ila Angermeier

LAKE CATHOLIC>>VOLLEYBALL SENIOR>>OUTSIDE HITTER On the court: Recorded 40 kills and 28 digs in a 1-1 week against Beaumont and Padua. Off the court: Kirtland resident will play volleyball at Ohio University. Enjoys traveling and playing club volleyball at AVC.

Logan Shea

MENTOR>>FOOTBALL SENIOR>>RECEIVER On the field: Caught 10 passes for 170 yards and a touchdown, threw a pass for 35 yards, ran for 38 yards and returned a kick for 18 yards in a win over Strongsville. Varsity coaches from all sports can nominate athletes for Players of the Week until 8 p.m. every Monday. They can be emailed to Scores@News-Herald.com. We do not take nominations via social media or text message.