Vote for the Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union boys athlete of the week for Sept. 28-Oct. 2

The Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union is seeking the boys athlete of the week for the week of September 28 to October 2. Five candidates have been nominated for this prestigious honor.

Lucah Daugherty from Alcoa is leading the pack. He had an impressive game, completing 10 out of 12 passes for 129 yards and a touchdown. Daugherty also rushed for 89 yards and four touchdowns in Alcoa's 42-7 victory over South-Doyle.

Maddox Tackett from Anderson County secured the Region 2-A championship with a score of 74. His outstanding performance helped Anderson County clinch the title.

Towns from Austin-East had a standout performance with 11 catches for 147 yards and three touchdowns. However, his team lost their match to Sweetwater with a score of 49-20.

William Ibbotson from Bearden led his team to the Region 2-AA championship, achieving a score of 72. His contributions were vital in Bearden's success in the tournament.

Kruise Buntyn Jr. from Catholic had a significant game, rushing for 130 yards and a touchdown. He contributed 13 carries and a touchdown in Catholic's 20-14 win over Ensworth.

Jamil Smith from Fulton demonstrated his prowess on the field with 15 carries for 239 yards and two touchdowns. He also completed 10 out of 16 passing attempts for 148 yards and three touchdowns in Fulton's 55-26 win over Carter.

Alexander Green from First Baptist Academy played a pivotal role in his team's success in the DII-A East region tournament. He scored a 67, leading his team to victory.

Marshal Gay from Gatlinburg-Pittman had an outstanding game, contributing 11 carries for 235 yards and five touchdowns in a 51-10 win over West Greene.

Alex Owens from Gibbs opened the season with a perfect 300 bowling score against Carter. His performance set the tone for the season.

Darian Anderson from Grace Christian played a crucial role in his team's 57-20 win over Boyd Buchanan. He recorded four tackles, a sack, an interception, and a pass breakup.

Nathan Howlett from Greeneville led his team to a Region 1-A title with a score of 76. His performance was instrumental in Greeneville's success.

Cooper Newman from Sevier County broke the TSSAA state record for career passing touchdowns with six touchdowns in Sevier's 69-0 win over Cocke County.

Lastly, Ty Fitch from Sweetwater contributed significantly with 21 carries for 202 yards and three touchdowns. His performance was a key factor in Sweetwater's 49-20 victory over Austin-East.