Athletes of the week

Holly Hamilton

NEWBURY>>GIRLS BASKETBALL SOPHOMORE>>GUARD On the court: In two wins, had 35points, six rebounds, five steals, six assists and three 3-pointers. Off the court: For favorite sports memory, says “Playing sports with all my friends and the during school games we have against other schools so the whole school can cheer us on.”

Aidan Fitzgerald

LAKE CATHOLIC>>BOYS BASKETBALL FRESHMAN>>GUARD On the court: Scored 21points, made three 3-pointers and recorded four rebounds with four assists in a win over Cleveland Central Catholic. Off the court: “Fitz” is a Kirtland resident. Favorite sports memory is winning the basketball city championship. Favorite hobby is playing mini hoop basketball with his brothers. Favorite food is pasta. Favorite player is J.J. Redick.

Mary Cowan

KENSTON>>GYMNASTICS FRESHMAN>>ALL-AROUND On the gym: In a dual against Twinsburg, was third on vault (8.4), first on bars (9.25), first on beam (9.2), first floor (9.35), and first all around (36.2). In a meet against Solon, Gilmour, Cuyahoga Heights, Avon and Buckeye, was fourth on vault (8.9), first on bars (9.1), third on beam (8.9), second on floor (8.8) and first all-around (35.7). Out of the gym: Has been doing gymnastics since she was 5, and has been competing since she was in third grade. “I have met many people through the sport and enjoy making memories with them.” Enjoys hanging out with friends and drawing.

Jorden Cogswell

FAIRPORT>>BOYS BASKETBALL JUNIOR>>GUARD On the court: Averaged 21.3points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.7assists and 1.7steals per game in three games. Made five 3-pointers and shot 18 of 26 from the foul line. Off the court: Favorite sports memory is when his little league team went to the championship game. Favorite school subject is Spanish. Favorite movies are “Space Jam” and “Coach Carter.” Favorite NBA players are Trae Young and Russell Westbrook.

Lauren Snyder

KIRTLAND>>GIRLS BASKETBALL SENIOR>>GUARD On the court: Set the school record for 3-pointers in a career. Now has 98. In past two games, had 27points, four assists, 10 rebounds and three steals. Off the court: Will attend Baldwin Wallace and plans on playing basketball. Enjoys eating at Don Tequilas. Favorite artists are Travis Scott and Luke Combs. Favorite movie is “Step Brothers.”

Charlie Gunn

CHAGRIN FALLS>>HOCKEY JUNIOR>>GOALTENDER On the ice: In a 5-5 tie with upper-division Parma, the White South leader, had 57saves as Tigers were outshot, 62-28; had 29saves in a 5-2 win at Brooklyn. Off the ice: Has been playing hockey for seven years, including five as a goalie. Favorite hobby is playing golf. Favorite subjects are math and computer science. Favorite NHL team is the Blue Jackets. Favorite player is Sergei Bobrovsky.

Zach Bellissimo

PERRY>>WRESTLING SOPHOMORE>>106 POUNDS On the mat: Won his weight class at the CVC tournament, defeating the top three seeds in the tournament, all of whom were stateranked. Off the mat: Favorite sports memory is representing Team Ohio at the National Duals in Oklahoma. “It was the first time two Ohio teams finished in the top eight.” Favorite teams are Ohio State wrestling and all Cleveland pro teams. Favorite subject is history. Enjoys hanging out with friends. Favorite food is pizza.

Bishop Thomas

HARVEY>>BOYS BASKETBALL SENIOR>>FORWARD On the court: Totaled 64 points, 26 rebounds and 11assists to lead Harvey to victories against Orange, Geneva and Edgewood. Off the court: “Bgroove” enjoys spending time with family and friends. Plays trumpet in jazz band and wind ensemble. Varsity coaches from all sports can nominate athletes for Players of the Week until 8p.m. every Monday. They can be emailed to Scores@News-Herald.com. We do not take nominations via social media or text message.