HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES OF THE WEEK
Boys Riley Overstreet, Strake Jesuit
Notable: He was 6-for8 with two triples and four RBIs in the regional quarterfinal series against Lamar.
What coach Raul Garcia-Rameau said: “Riley competes on every pitch of his at bats and that’s what gets our offense going.” Other nominees
Peyton Sherlin, Deer Park — Pitched a two-hit complete-game shutout with five strikeouts in Deer Park’s 6-0 win over Kempner on Saturday. The victory clinched the regional quarterfinal series for the Deer (34-0).
Zach Sweet, Langham Creek — Had three RBIs in an 8-6 win over Cypress Ranch in Game 3 of the regional quarterfinals.
Matt Willrodt, Atascocita — Allowed six hits and no earned runs with four strikeouts in nine innings in the Eagles’ 3-1 series-clinching win over Klein Collins.
Girls Shelby McGlaun and Tierrah Williams, Atascocita
Notable: The duo combined to pitch two shutouts in the Eagles’ regional semifinal series win against Belton on Saturday. McGlaun hit two home runs in the series, while Williams added one.
What Atascocita coach Ashley Boyd said: “Both of them gave us outstanding efforts on the mound. They led. It was a great performance by both kids.” Other nominees
Corey Burrough, Katy — Hit a walk-off two-run home run to send Katy past Alvin 7-6 in Game 2 of the regional semifinals Saturday.
Kayla Garcia, Katy — The sophomore’s grand slam gave Katy a 10-7 win in Game 3 of the regional semifinal series.
Caitlyn Rogers, Magnolia West — Went 6-for-10 in two games against Barbers Hill; four hits were in Game 1.