Athlete of the Week is an initiative coordinated by Athletic Directors at School Districts within our central market. The program recognizes student-athletes who have exhibited exceptional performance, leadership, and sportsmanship during the week. The commitment and positive approach demonstrated by the selected students provide a model for their peers. Weekly, representatives from Hartland, Holly, Lake Fenton, Linden, and Fenton gather to vote on the top athlete in each sport. ChoiceOne Bank is honored to sponsor this enduring tradition, which has highlighted the achievements and dedication of student-athletes for more than thirty years.

 

October 6
 

Amelia Wittbrodt, Linden - Volleyball

• Amelia was a key factor in our big win against Fenton. Her stats were pretty impressive for only play 3 sets this week. She went 17-18 serving with 3 aces, 15 digs, and 14 kills with a kill efficiency of 0.375. 

Devin Verbison, Lake Fenton - Boys Soccer

• Devin had a big week for us. He played all over the field in multiple positions in our first game where he helped us to a 1-1 draw with Davison. He especially played on the defensive line to help us. Then in our first round district game he had his first HS hat trick. He played on the outside midfield but was able to score 3 goals for us to help us advance to the District semi’s.

Kolton Balcom, Holly - Boys Tennis

• Sophmore Kolton Balcom (1S) delivered a standout performance at the Division 3 - Region 16 Tournament at Cranbrook, earning a decisive postseason win that capped off a strong year of growth and resilience. On Thursday, 10/9, Kolt defeated Fenton’s 1S - a player who had edged him out earlier in the regular season, 6-4, 6-4. This time, Kolt came back determined and dominant, winning 6-0, 6-1, and securing an important point toward the Bronchos’ bid for a State Tournament run. Holly finished just four points shy of qualifying, but Kolt’s performance was a highlight of the day and a testament to his focus under pressure. Playing 1 Singles is one of the toughest roles on any tennis team, and doing so as a sophomore speaks to Kolton’s competitive drive. His energy and persistence to power through tough matches exemplify the team’s season motto, “Every Second Counts.” Congratulations, Kolt! We’re proud of your effort and growth. Let’s go Bronchos!

Rory Sheil, Fenton - Football

• Rory Sheil caught 7 passes for 172 yards and 2 touchdowns on Offense. Defensively he recorded 4 tackles and had 1 interception in a comeback 46-41 victory over arch rival Linden.

Mya Nagelkirk, Holly - Girls Swimming and Diving

• Throughout the last few weeks, Mya has been fighting through a rough sinus infection that has altered her training schedule and made meets a bit of a challenge. However, in our meet against Kearsley, Mya knew she would need to win all of her events for the team to get the win. She pushed hard, swam right with her season best times and claimed victory in the 100 freestyle as well as the 100 backstroke, also majorly contributing to both A relays winning. 

Katlynn Leedle, Hartland - Girls Golf

• Katlynn played her best round of the year at Regionals and shot 87 helping the team to a 4th place finish.

 

October 13
 

Noah Mathis, Holly - Football

• 25 rush attempts 137 rush yards 3 TDs, 5 tackles on defense as middle linebacker.

Addison Josephson, Linden - Girls Cross Country

• Addison has been on a tear lately and her hot streak continued with a 2nd place overall finish at the Metro League Championship meet with a blistering time of 18:50. 

Trevor Murphy, Holly - Boys Cross Country

• Trevor helped the running Bronchos come away with a overall championship on Wednesday at the FML Jamboree #3. Trevor missed the 1st FML Jamboree and was only able to compete in the 2nd and 3rd Jamborees, but he was still able to run himself into a 2nd team All League honor. Trevors 8th place finish with a time of 16:52 helped wrap up a League Championship. Great work Trevor. 

Reegan Kruzel, Hartland - Girls Swimming and Diving

• Reegan has already had a very successful senior season, and she still has a lot more to go. Reegan has received PRs in the following events: 100 Free :56.99, 200 Free 2:12.60, 50 Butterfly :30.64, 100 Butterfly 1:03.47, and 200 IM 2:24.30. She achieved MISCA Championship qualifying times in 5 events: 50 Free, 100 Free, 100 Back, 100 Fly, 200 IM. She has 2 MHSAA State qualifying times 100 Backstroke :59.89 and 400 Free Relay 3:47.66. Reegan also broke a 12 year old Hartland Pool Record in the 100 Backstroke with a time of :59.89. 

Abbigayl Sells, Lake Fenton - Volleyball

• Abbi had a very performing week, during league she accumulated 35 digs assisting the team to our league title. While at power league Abbi racked up 52 digs. Totaling 87 digs for the week. She also received 121 receptions with a serve receive average of 2.1 this week She also served a 94% with 6 aces. The help finish the sets, Abbi put up 12 assists. 

 

October 20
 

Julia Bambach, Holly - Girls Cross Country

• Julia went out on Saturday at regionals and continued her rise up the Holly HS cross country leader board. Julia entered regional entered as the 12rh fastest runner- she just went out and set a new personal record in a time of 18:38- good for a 8th place overall finish qualifying her for the state finals. Julia is currently the 4th fastest female runner in Holly cross country history. Great job Julia- good luck at the MHSAA State Finals on Saturday.

Gerard Gilmour, Fenton - Boys Cross Country

• Gerard Gilmour has had an outstanding season. He has ran in the 16s and 17s all season with his PR of 16:08 earlier this month at the Fr. Gabriel Richard Invite. This weekend he finished 2nd at Regionals with a time of 16:28. This outstanding performance helped his team earn 1st place and a team spot at the State Finals. Gerard is hardworking and dedicated to his team and to achieving the big goals they have set for the season!

Ryen Becher, Linden - Volleyball

• Ryenn had another outstanding week hitting over 0.500 for the 2nd week in a row against good competition. She had 12 kills against Milford and 8 kills against Lake Fenton. She had 8 blocks for the week as well. Ryenn is a huge reason for our league championship and is very deserving of this award.

Nic Honeycutt, Hartland - Football

• Nic, a junior running back, had his best performance of the season to help the Eagles earn the win and a playoff berth. He had 17 rushes for 284 yards and five TDs in the game to propel the Eagles to a win over the Dearborn Pioneers 42-18.

Janelle Keyes, Holly - Girls Swimming and Diving

• During our senior night, Janelle was very excited to have a great final home meet. She was determined to go best times, and that is exactly what happened! Finally getting under :28, she swam a :27.76 in her 50 freestyle and was able to pull off another best time of 1:12.45 in her 100 butterfly right after senior recognition. Additionally, she was able to bring the 200 freestyle relay back from second place to first place in her anchor position. Janelle truly had a senior night for the books.

Grayson Tersigni, Fenton - Boys Soccer

• Grayson made a great save on a penalty kick and a couple great pointblank saves at our recent regional final. Also, in the previous week, he stopped two penalties in our penalty shoot out and was instrumental in Fenton soccer winning the Metro and District Championships this year.

 

October 27
 

Kennedy Brooks, Linden - Volleyball

• Kennedy is a senior middle who had a great day at the Grand Blanc Tournament, helping us post a 3-1-1 record against some good competition (beating Grand Blanc, Holly, Midland, splitting with Oxford before losing a close match to state ranked North Branch). She went 26-27 hitting with 10 kills. s 0.333 kill efficiency, 10 blocks, went 24-25 serving with an ace and added 6 digs.

Sophia Nunnery, Hartland - Girls Cross Country

• Sophia ran a lifetie best of 18:57 and place 74th. She help Hartland to a 9th place finish.

Jackson Butts, Lake Fenton - Boys Cross Country

• Jackson ran a 16:41 at the State Meet.

Landon Becker, Fenton - Football

• Landon had 6 catches for 111 yards and a Touchdown in a 48-6 is District Semifinal win against Holly.