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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Athletes of the week Katrina Erich-Lukans LAKE CATHOLIC/WICKLIFFE>>GIRLS BOWLING SENIOR>>ANCHOR

On the lanes: Averaged 198.4 for 10 games. Led Wickliffe to the Northeast Ohio High School League tournament championship and made the all-tournament team. Is CVC girls bowler of the

Off the lanes: “Trina” attends Lake Catholic and bowls for Wickliffe, where she lives. Is considering Terra State or Auburn Career Center and studying criminal law or criminal justice. Loves playing softball and loves animals. “I have been volunteering for Lake Humane Society in Mentor for over five years. We also foster animals for them.” Enjoys hanging out at the bowling alley with friends and family whenever she can, “because it’s a place I can go to forget about everything for a little while.” Also enjoys playing with her puppy Lily and her cats.

Sir’Delond Moss SOUTH>>BOYS BASKETBALL SENIOR>>GUARD

On the court: In a win against Chardon, scored 29 points, had seven rebounds, five assists, two steals and four blocks. In a win against Kenston, had 17points, four assists and two steals.

Off the court: “Mossman” will study and play football at Ashland University. Favorite sports memory is scoring five touchdowns in a game. Favorite food is hot barbecue chicken wings and fries. Favorite movie is “The Wood.” Favorite team is the Cavaliers.

Olivia Masink

BERKSHIRE>>GIRLS BASKETBALL JUNIOR>>FORWARD

On the court: In two games, had 27 points, 17rebounds, 10steals and four assists.

Off the court: “Liv” says her favorite sports memory is winning the CVC last year. Hobbies include soccer and softball. Favorite subject is EMS at Auburn Career Center. Favorite food is macaroni and cheese. Favorite movie is “Moana.” Enjoys listening to country music.

Addison Trisket MADISON>>BOYS WRESTLING SENIOR>>144 POUNDS

On the mat: Went 2-0 at the Division II state duals with a pin and a decision as the Blue Streaks finished as district runner-up.

Off the mat: Is deciding between Kent State and Bowling Green for college. His favorite sports memory is winning the WRC his sophomore year. Loves playing golf in his free time and says it’s his No. 1 hobby. Favorite subject is science. Favorite food is tacos. Favorite football team is the Denver Broncos.

Jaidyn Newsome PERRY>>GIRLS BASKETBALL SOPHOMORE>>GUARD

On the court: Had 15points, nine rebounds, three assists and two steals as Perry handed Edgewood its first loss of the season.

Off the court: “Jade” says her favorite basketball memory was going to Florida her freshman year with the varsity team and playing with her sister. Hobbies include hanging out with friends and watching Netflix. Also plays volleyball. Plans on attending cosmetology school after she graduates.

Andrew Smith PERRY>>BOYS WRESTLING JUNIOR>>150 POUNDS

On the mat: After battling illness all week, pinned a state-ranked opponent in a win over Rootstown to clinch a state duals berth.

Off the mat: “Drew” enjoys lifting weights and playing golf. His favorite team is the Browns, and his favorite food is cheeseburgers.

Nathan Brisar WICKLIFFE>>BOYS BOWLING JUNIOR

On the lanes: Averaged 189 for 12 games. Took seventh at the Northeast Ohio High School League tournament with a 548. Rolled a 572 at the CVC tournament to earn second-team honors.

Off the lanes: Loves to hang out with friends. Favorite hobby is fishing. Favorite sports to play are bowling and football. “Grown Ups” is his go-to movie. Listens to music all of the time, and rap is his favorite. Favorite food is “probably Mexican.”

Antonio Shelley MENTOR>>BOYS WRESTLING SENIOR>>144/150 POUNDS On the mat:

Went 2-0in state duals matches. Is 28-6for the season with 16pins.

Off the mat: Plans on wrestling and studying business and management in college. Enjoys playing pool and going fishing with his friends. Favorite subject is construction management. Favorite movies are “The Goonies” and “Rounders.” Favorite show is “Trailer Park Boys.” Favorite food is Mom’s homemade Italian food. Favorite sports memory is from last year’s district tournament, when he and a teammate each upset higher-seeded opponents who had defeated them earlier in the season.

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.

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