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Brandeis quarterback Wynter Smith voted Express-News Athlete of the Week

The senior dual threat put on a record-breaking performance last week in helping the Broncos to a key win over Roosevelt.

Brandeis quarterback Wynter Smith voted Express-News Athlete of the Week

Brandeis quarterback Wynter Smith delivered a record-breaking performance in a recent football game, leading his team to victory and earning him the prestigious Express-News Athlete of the Week title. In a 49-28 win against Roosevelt, Smith rushed for 153 yards and six touchdowns, breaking the school record for touchdowns in a single game.

He also contributed 73 passing yards and another touchdown on seven-of-ten passes. Following his impressive performance against Roosevelt, Smith continued his stellar play in a 51-35 win over Madison, further cementing his status as one of the top athletes in District 28-6A. Despite being an outstanding backup last week, junior quarterback Lance Reid from Pieper threw for 482 yards and six touchdowns, earning him Offensive Player of the Week honors.

Steele senior Pike Kempe, who secured his second Defensive Player of the Week honor, recorded 15 tackles in a 57-12 win over Judson. Highlands junior Riley Reyes, the Volleyball Player of the Week, combined for 72 assists in two victories, helping the Owls secure the District 27-5A championship. Boerne Champion junior Brady Cooksey contributed 73 assists, 40 digs, six aces, five blocks, and eight kills against South San and McCollum, putting the Chargers in a tie for first place in the district.

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