A four-goal haul, record setter in kills highlight Athlete of the Week poll
The postseason for some fall sports is approaching. Before it begins, here's a look at the best Fayetteville performances from Oct. 5-11. Vote now.
Cumberland County showcased remarkable performances in high school sports this week, including a record-breaking 342 kills by Jack Britt's Karson Ives. Fayetteville sends five teams to compete for a tennis championship, with seven nominees in the Oct. 5-11 Preps Athlete of the Week poll. Parents, coaches, and athletic directors are invited to vote for their favorite performance by sending a headshot photo of the athlete to jfmoore@usatodayco.com.
Mark Attia from Westover boys soccer scored five goals in two wins last week, including a hat trick against Seventy-First and a pair of goals against E.E. Smith. Patrick Guest from Northwood Temple boys soccer leads the Eagles to a 2-1 week, scoring seven goals in total. Bralynn Howard from Trinity Christian football had a nearly perfect performance against Ravenscroft, completing 12 of her 13 passes for 227 yards and four touchdowns.
Karson Ives from Jack Britt volleyball made history with a 17-kill performance against Hoke, setting a new single-season school record with 342 kills and ranking in the top 20 in the state with the highest kill percentage at 61%. Cristian Simmons from South View football rushed for 169 yards against E.E. Smith and scored the team's two touchdowns in the second half.
Sammy Tapia from Terry Sanford boys soccer scored two goals in the Bulldogs' upset win over Gray's Creek, while Mac Teachey from Village Christian boys soccer scored a four-goal haul and provided an assist against Grace Christian.
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