Voting is underway for the Nevada Preps girls Athlete of the Week, recognizing standout performances from the week of Oct. 12-17. The poll features four athletes from tennis, golf, soccer, and volleyball.
A freshman tennis player captured the state singles title Friday with a 6-0, 6-6 victory over Coronado's Erika Gallegos, who retired late in the second set due to injury. In golf, a junior claimed the individual state title Tuesday with a two-day score of 3-under 141, leading her team to an upset team championship over perennial powerhouse Coronado.
On the soccer field, a sophomore striker recorded four goals and an assist Monday in an 11-0 win over Rancho, bringing her season total to 40 goals. In volleyball, a sophomore outside hitter posted 24 kills, four digs, and two aces Thursday to lead her team to a five-set victory over Rancho; she leads her program with 392 kills this season.
Voting closes at noon Thursday, with results scheduled to be announced Friday.
Sources: Las Vegas Review-Journal
Original reporting: Las Vegas Review-Journal →
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