Each week, the WIAA and Gesa Credit Union will recognize WIAA student-athletes for outstanding performances and impactful contributions in their communities. Selections are based on nominations. To nominate a student-athlete for consideration, please fill out the following form.
All students in good academic standing at their schools are eligible to receive the Athlete of the Week Award. Students may win the award once during any given academic year.
WINNERS RECEIVE:
- A Certificate of Achievement
- A gift card courtesy of Gesa Credit Union
- Winners will be announced weekly on the WIAA website, WIAA Live mobile app, and on social media
- Statewide bragging rights
2026-2027 WINNERS
KEELYN COX – Prosser Volleyball (JR)
Keelyn Cox helped Prosser go 6-0 and capture the Mark Morris Monarch Challenge championship with a standout week at libero. The junior totaled 72 digs, 160 perfect passes and 11 aces while going 66-for-70 from the service line.
MARLI CURTIS – Connell Volleyball (JR)
Marli Curtis totaled 78 kills and 38 digs while serving at 96% accuracy to help Connell earn three more league victories and improve to 8-0 on the season. The junior also maintains a 4.0 GPA while taking college-level courses.
MATTHEW LACHAPPELLE – Monroe Football (SR)
Matthew Lachappelle set a Monroe school record with 261 receiving yards in the Bearcats’ 43-20 victory over Everett. The senior hauled in 9 catches and scored 4 touchdowns to help lead Monroe to the win.
AYDIN MAWJEE – The Bush School Golf (SO)
Aydin Mawjee continued his standout sophomore season by firing a 6-under-par round against Eastside Prep, tying the school individual record and helping Bush set a team record at 11-under par. Coming off a summer that included victories at the Washington Invitational and Junior World Championship, Mawjee has shot under par in every competition this season.
CONNOR MOUNTS – Mount Vernon Christian Soccer (JR)
Connor Mounts scored 5 goals across two matches to help Mount Vernon Christian continue its strong start to the season. The junior captain scored 4 goals against Chesterton Academy before adding another against Saint George’s.
PAYTON RAVENSTEIN – Pateros Volleyball (JR)
Payton Ravenstein delivered an all-around performance to help Pateros earn multiple victories, totaling 38 kills, 30 assists, 24 digs and 14 aces while serving at 90% accuracy. The junior captain also provided strong leadership for the team throughout the week.
LEXI RHOADS – Rogers Slowpitch Softball (SR)
Despite recently losing her home and belongings in a fire, Lexi Rhoades has continued to show remarkable resilience and dedication to her team, academics and community. The senior continues to support her teammates, work toward her academic goals and volunteer with a local nonprofit, demonstrating strength and compassion through an incredibly difficult time.
AUBRIE SAWYER – Emerald Ridge Soccer (FR)
Aubrie Sawyer totaled 5 goals and an assist to help Emerald Ridge earn a pair of victories. The freshman scored 2 goals against Bethel before recording a hat trick and an assist in a 4-1 win over Bonney Lake.
ALEXA SOTO – Brewster Soccer (SR)
Alexa Soto reached the 100-goal milestone for her high school career after recording back-to-back hat tricks in wins over Manson and Onalaska. The senior scored 6 goals across the two victories to reach the century mark and add another milestone to her Brewster career.
AUDREY WILLIAMS – Lynnwood Volleyball (SR)
Audrey Williams helped Lynnwood earn three victories with a strong all-around week, totaling 26 kills, 7 aces, 3 solo blocks and 4 block assists. The senior captain also showcased her versatility by contributing as a setter while providing steady leadership for the Royals.
DERON WILLIAMS – Bethel Football (SO)
Deron Williams piled up 351 all-purpose yards in Bethel’s victory over Bonney Lake, rushing for 301 yards and 3 touchdowns on 25 carries. The sophomore added 25 receiving yards and 25 kickoff return yards to cap a dominant performance.
ELLIOT YEGGE – North Central Cross Country (SR)
Elliot Yegge continued a strong senior season with a 16th-place finish at the Bob Firman Invitational against top competition from across the Northwest. The North Central captain has also finished second at the Barbero Border Clash and third at the Fort Steilacoom Invitational this fall.
CLAIRE COATES – Hanford Soccer (SR)
Senior captain and goalkeeper Claire Coates recorded back-to-back clean sheets in wins over Pasco and crosstown rival Richland. After a 5-0 shutout of Pasco, Coates kept Richland scoreless through regulation and overtime before making the only goalkeeper save of the penalty shootout, helping Hanford secure its first victory over the Bombers in nine years.
JOCELYN ESHUIS – Lynden Christian Volleyball (SR)
Jocelyn Eshuis set a career high with 20 kills in a 3-0 victory over Oak Harbor before helping Lynden Christian go 4-0 and capture the Monroe Tournament Championship. Across 10 tournament sets, the senior recorded 36 kills with just 8 errors, hit .418 and added 17 blocks while providing leadership for the Lyncs’ young setters.
LOGAN MAYS – Morton Football (SR)
Logan Mays totaled 274 yards and 6 touchdowns on offense in Morton’s Week 3 victory over Ocosta, rushing for 179 yards and 4 scores while adding 95 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns. The senior also made an impact defensively with 15 tackles, including 3 for loss, and a forced fumble.
MALIK ORTIZ – Colville Cross Country (SR)
Malik Ortiz captured the CAN-AM Cross Country Invitational title at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, leading from start to finish and winning by 2.5 seconds. After finishing second at the event in each of the previous two years, the senior broke through for the victory while helping Colville place third among 13 teams.
CARLOS PATINO – West Seattle Football (JR)
Carlos Patino accounted for 8 touchdowns in West Seattle’s 54-14 victory over Lincoln, completing 22 of 27 passes for 389 yards and 7 touchdowns while adding another score on the ground. The junior quarterback and team captain finished the dominant performance without a turnover.
MADDUX PROVENCE – Tahoma Football (SR)
Maddux Provence accounted for 5 touchdowns against Mount Rainier after stepping in at quarterback for an injured starter despite not playing the position in two years. The senior threw for 228 yards and 3 touchdowns, rushed for 40 yards and a score, then returned to wide receiver in the third quarter and caught a touchdown.
BROOKLYN REITHER – North Beach Volleyball (JR)
Brooklyn Reither has helped North Beach open the season 3-1, totaling 31 kills with a 56% kill rate across the first four matches. The junior has also contributed 35 digs and 52 receptions while playing all around as an outside hitter and middle.
AMARI SAMUEL – Eatonville Football (SR)
Amari Samuel totaled 370 all-purpose yards in Eatonville’s 53-18 victory over Steilacoom, catching 6 passes for 222 yards and 3 touchdowns. The senior also made an impact defensively with an 80-yard interception return and a fumble recovery, helping the Cruisers pile up 509 yards of total offense.
KAITLYN STEENERSON – Naselle Volleyball (JR)
Kaitlyn Steenerson totaled 69 kills, 28 aces and 37 digs across three matches and a weekend tournament, helping Naselle earn three match victories and a tournament championship. The junior recorded 40 kills in the three matches before adding 29 more during the tournament to cap a dominant week.
OLIVIA TEWS – Bishop Blanchet Volleyball (SR)
Olivia Tews totaled 25 kills, 24 digs, 7 aces and 3 blocks during a strong week for Bishop Blanchet. The senior also helped lead the Bears to the Auburn Mountainview Tournament championship while contributing to their success in league play.
ALLY VANDERARK – Burlington-Edison Soccer (FR)
Ally VanderArk totaled 5 goals and 2 assists across a pair of league victories for Burlington-Edison. The freshman recorded a hat trick and an assist in a 5-2 win over Anacortes before adding 2 goals and an assist in a 5-1 victory over Squalicum.
OWEN WEDDLE – Tonasket Cross Country (SO)
Owen Weddle opened his sophomore season with back-to-back victories, taking first place at the Oroville Jamboree and the Manson Invite. His strong start follows a dedicated offseason of training and gives the Tonasket runner two wins early in the season.
KATE BEARDSLEE – Northport Volleyball (JR)
Kate Beardslee delivered a pair of standout performances as Northport earned wins over larger-classification opponents Colville (1A) and Chewelah (2B). Across the two matches, she totaled 43 kills, 7 aces, 3 blocks and 35 digs while recording 32 receptions without a single reception error, helping lead Northport through two competitive victories.
SEAN FLANARY – Mountain View Golf (SO)
Sean Flanary fired a career-low, even-par 71 at Elk Ridge Golf Course to help lead Mountain View to the team title at the Columbia Gorge Invitational. The sophomore’s lifetime-best round played a key role in the Thunder’s tournament victory.
ANAHI LAMAS – Highland Soccer (SR)
Four-year varsity standout Anahi Lamas totaled 7 goals and an assist across two non-league matches during Highland’s 500-mile road trip last weekend. The senior captain also makes an impact beyond the stat sheet, leading team fundraising efforts that have raised thousands of dollars for the program while setting an example for her teammates on the field and in the classroom
HAILEY LUU – Kentwood Soccer (SR)
Hailey Luu opened her senior season with back-to-back hat tricks, scoring 3 goals against Emerald Ridge before adding 3 more against Kentlake. The senior totaled 6 goals across the two matches to kick off her final season at Kentwood.
JULIA MUNN – Granite Falls Soccer (JR)
Julia Munn sparked an incredible second-half comeback after Granite Falls entered halftime trailing La Conner 3-0. The junior scored 4 goals and assisted on another in the second half, accounting for all five Tigers goals as they rallied for a 5-3 victory.
NICOLAS ORDONEZ ORSCHEL – Saint George’s Soccer (SO)
Nicolas Ordonez Orschel totaled 4 goals and an assist in Saint George’s thrilling 5-4 conference victory over Mabton. The sophomore capped his performance in the second overtime, scoring the game-winner directly off a corner kick for a rare Olimpico goal.
KEIRA PETERCHAK – Holy Names Academy Volleyball (SR)
Keira Peterchak helped Holy Names Academy open the season 2-0, totaling 42 digs and 2 aces from the libero position. The senior recorded 14 digs against Eastside Catholic before adding 28 digs against Seattle Prep, averaging 6 digs per set across the two victories.
BREA POTUCEK – Ellensburg Soccer (SO)
Brea Potucek scored all 5 of Ellensburg’s goals in a 5-4 victory over 4A Moses Lake, leading the 2A Bulldogs to the high-scoring win. The sophomore delivered the five-goal performance on her birthday, providing a memorable way to celebrate the occasion.
ROCKY REYNA – Mabton Cross Country (SR)
Rocky Reyna embodies determination and sportsmanship, consistently giving his best effort at every practice and meet while bringing a positive attitude to the course. Known and cheered on by athletes from schools across the region, the Mabton senior has built connections through his kindness and enthusiasm, reminding those around him to find joy in the journey regardless of pace or place.
TJ RHATIGAN – Newport Football (SR)
TJ Rhatigan starred on both sides of the ball in the Knights’ 24-13 victory over Interlake, accounting for 311 yards of total offense and 3 touchdowns at quarterback. Defensively, he added 3 interceptions, 9.5 tackles and a tackle for loss from the free safety position to cap an impressive all-around performance.
KADEN ROBINSON – Waterville-Mansfield Football (SR)
Kaden Robinson tied a school record with 5 total touchdowns in Waterville-Mansfield’s 58-24 rivalry victory over Soap Lake. The senior caught 5 passes for 118 yards and 4 touchdowns while adding 32 rushing yards and another score in the best performance of his career.
CALEN WUITSCHICK – Selah Football (SR)
Calen Wuitschick totaled 261 yards and 4 touchdowns in Selah’s season opener against Ephrata. The senior rushed for 219 yards and 3 touchdowns while adding 5 receptions for 42 yards and another score.
KAPRI BAILEY – Deer Park Slowpitch Softball (JR)
Kapri Bailey opened her junior season with a huge week at the plate, recording 10 hits in 12 plate appearances, including 7 home runs and a double, while driving in 13 runs. She finished the week with an impressive .909 batting average and .917 on-base percentage.
JAVIN BRITTON – Eastmont Football (SR)
Javin Britton opened his senior season with an explosive performance on the road against Issaquah, rushing for 166 yards and 4 touchdowns on just 7 carries. His night was highlighted by a 96-yard touchdown run in which he broke three tackles, helping power Eastmont to a 57-19 victory.
DEREK DUNHAM – North Mason Football (SR)
Derek Dunham delivered on both sides of the ball in North Mason’s 34-27 victory over 3A Shelton. Offensively, he hauled in 5 catches for 105 yards and 2 touchdowns, while defensively he recorded an impressive 5 sacks to help lead the Bulldogs to the win.
FIONA GOMEZ – North Central Soccer (SO)
Fiona Gomez opened her sophomore season with 2 goals and 2 assists in North Central’s first game of the year. She also had a standout showing at the season-opening jamboree, scoring 6 goals across two 20-minute games, including 4 goals in the first contest and 2 in the second.
ANNALISA HALL – Liberty Soccer (JR)
Following a State Championship appearance last season, Annalisa Hall helped Liberty open the year with back-to-back victories, totaling 5 assists and a goal. She recorded 3 assists and a goal in a 7-0 win over Timberline before adding 2 assists in a 2-1 victory over district rival Skyline. A third-year varsity starter and team leader, Hall also holds a perfect 4.0 cumulative GPA.
ADEN HARTT – Hoquiam Golf (SR)
After earning First Team All-League honors with a 42 scoring average last season, Aden Hartt opened his senior campaign with back-to-back rounds of 38 (2-over par). His strong start helped Hoquiam begin the season 2-0 in league play.
CHANNING KLEINE – Friday Harbor Football (SR)
Channing Kleine put together an explosive all-around performance in Week 1, totaling 131 receiving yards, 119 rushing yards with a touchdown, and 19 passing yards for Friday Harbor. The senior also made his presence felt defensively, recording 8 tackles, a tackle for loss, and 2 pass breakups from the defensive back position.
CALLIE MICKELSON – Tenino Soccer (SR)
Callie Mickelson opened her senior season with a blistering start, totaling 7 goals and 2 assists across Tenino’s first two matches. She recorded a hat trick and 2 assists on Thursday before following it up with a 4-goal performance against Chelan on Saturday.
NICK NUTU – North Thurston Football (JR)
Nick Nutu made history in North Thurston’s season opener, setting a school passing record with 351 yards through the air while throwing 3 touchdown passes. With just 25 seconds remaining, Nutu led the Rams down the field to set up the game-winning field goal and cap off a record-setting performance.
ETHAN SCHWAN – Skyline Golf (SR)
Two-time State Boys Golf Champion Ethan Schwan opened his senior season by setting a Skyline match record, firing a 4-under-par 32 at The Plateau Club against Lake Washington. The record-setting round adds to an already impressive career for the Skyline standout and scholar-athlete.
GRADY STUVLAND – Darrington Football (SR)
Grady Stuvland rushed for 254 yards and 3 touchdowns while adding an interception on defense in Darrington’s home opener against No. 6-ranked Neah Bay. His standout performance helped lead the Loggers to an impressive 48-26 victory.
ANISSA SUM – Highline Volleyball (SR)
Anissa Sum delivered a dominant performance against Tyee, recording 18 kills and 5 aces to help lead Highline to a four-set victory. Her impact at the net and from the service line proved crucial as the Pirates picked up the win.
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