The News Herald (Willoughby, OH)

Athletes of the week

- 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.

Lexi Hammer NDCL>>GIRLS BASKETBALL SENIOR>>GUARD

On the court: In a 64-54 win over Beaumont, had 18 points, 15 rebounds, 10 steals and six assists. Off the court: Newbury resident interned at Cleveland Clinic Cardiovasc­ular Radiology Department under Dr. Williams Kwon last summer.

Chris Blaumen MADISON>>BOYS BASKETBALL SOPHOMORE>>GUARD

On the court: In a win over Lakeside, had 25 points, nine rebounds, two steals and one assist. Off the court: Enjoys listening to music and playing video games. Favorite show is “The Office.” Favorite team is the Packers.

Taylor Royster BEACHWOOD>>BASKETBALL SENIOR>>POINT GUARD

On the court: In a win over West Geauga, had 28 points, nine rebounds and three assists and became the Bison’s all-time leading scorer, surpassing 1,637 points. Off the court: “Tee Tee” plans to play basketball in college. Is proficient in sign language.

Kyle Flatow UNIVERSITY>>HOCKEY SENIOR>>GOALTENDER

On the ice: In a 3-0 weekend, with wins over Medina and St. Edward (twice), had 67 saves on 68 shots, including 30 saves in a 2-1 win over the Eagles on Jan. 7. Off the ice: Pepper Pike resident also plays golf, lacrosse and “a lot of basketball.”

Dechlan Kirincic GILMOUR>>BOYS BASKETBALL SENIOR>>FORWARD

On the court: In a 66-42 win over Collinwood, had 15 points, seven rebounds and four assists; in a 74-72 loss to Lutheran East, had 30 points and 12 rebounds. Off the court: University Heights resident will play basketball at Marian University.

Josh Irwin WEST GEAUGA>>BOYS BASKETBALL FRESHMAN>>FORWARD

On the court: In a win over Geneva, had 11 points, 12 rebounds and three assists. In a win over Harvey, had 16 points, 15 rebounds and four assists. Off the court: “JI44” enjoys playing golf with his grandfathe­r. Favorite subject is history. Favorite food is pizza. Favorite show is “Criminal Minds.”

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