{
  "id": 2974598,
  "title": "Vote for the Week 1 Courier & Press high school football Player of the Week",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/vote-for-the-week-1-courier-press-high-school-football-player-of-the",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-24T08:04:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/vote-week-1-courier-press-080446846.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the first week of high school football in Southwestern Indiana, numerous players delivered exceptional performances. The Courier & Press invites readers to cast their vote for the Player of the Week. Below are the nominees for this prestigious award, accompanied by a summary of their standout accomplishments.\n\nJaivon Aunspach, a junior wide receiver from Castle, showcased his versatility by contributing eight catches for 130 yards and scoring four touchdowns in a 29-26 victory against North. Leyton Battles, a senior defensive back from Vincennes Lincoln, was instrumental in the team's 7-6 triumph over Terre Haute South, as he recorded two interceptions, including the game-winning pick in the final minute.\n\nLucas Beier, a senior quarterback from Tell City, led his team to a commanding 49-6 triumph over Perry Central, rushing for 167 yards and scoring three touchdowns. In addition, he delivered a staggering 81 passing yards and a touchdown. Dru Ellis, a junior from Memorial, dominated the offense in a 48-14 rout of Jasper, accumulating 116 total offensive yards and netting four touchdowns.\n\nRemi Johnson, a junior from North Posey, had a steady impact in the team's 34-21 victory over Southridge, catching nine passes for 66 yards (one touchdown) and anchoring the defense with 11 tackles and two interceptions. Dax Kramer, a senior running back from Tecumseh, dominated the game with 150 yards on just 11 carries and two touchdowns in a 37-0 romp over Princeton. Jason Jones, a senior quarterback from North Daviess, was instrumental in the team's 47-12 victory over Washington, connecting for 199 passing yards and scoring four touchdowns while also rushing for a team-high 83 yards.\n\nEJ Rainey, a senior running back from Mater Dei, led the Wildcats to a dominant 56-14 win over Central with four touchdowns on the ground. Caden Rochleau, a senior quarterback from Gibson Southern, contributed 454 total offensive yards and two touchdowns in a loss to Floyd Central. Finally, Amyr Wilford, a sophomore running back from Reitz, powered his team to a 46-0 triumph over Harrison, rushing for 134 yards and scoring three times.",
  "summary": "Who was the Courier & Press high school football Week 1 player of the week? Vote now.",
  "key_points": [
    "Jaivon Aunspach leads Castle with 130 yards and 4 touchdowns",
    "Leyton Battles secures game-winning interception in Vincennes Lincoln win",
    "Lucas Beier rushes for 167 yards and 3 touchdowns in Tell City victory"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Vote for the Chillicothe Gazette's Week 1 HSFB Player of the Week",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/vote-for-the-chillicothe-gazettes-week-1-hsfb-player-of-the-week",
        "published": "2026-08-24T08:04:07.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}