Eight local athletes compete for weekly award in Everett Herald poll
Voting closes Sunday midnight for the October 25-31 cycle, with a meet record in cross country and a conference-clinching field goal among the standout performances.
By Lucas Collins ·
The Everett Herald has released the list of nominees for its Prep Athlete of the Week for the period ending October 31. Readers may cast ballots until midnight Sunday to select the top performer from among eight local high school students. The winner will be announced alongside the next poll and in the newspaper edition scheduled for Wednesday.
Elijah Graves of Shorewood posted a meet record in the 3A District 1 boys cross country race on October 31. The senior finished the 5,000-meter course at Lakewood High School in 15 minutes and 3.8 seconds to claim the title. Carter Corrigan of Jackson also competed in the 4A District 1 boys cross country event that same day, securing the championship with a time of 15 minutes and 27.3 seconds.
Nate Bjella of King’s provided the decisive score in football on October 30. The senior made his first career field goal attempt, converting a last-second kick to defeat Granite Falls 24-22. That victory secured the Emerald Sound conference title for the team.
In soccer, Taylor Williams of Mountlake Terrace scored three goals in a 4-1 win over Everett on October 27. Saylor Echelbarger of Meadowdale scored all four goals in a 4-1 victory over Oak Harbor on October 29, advancing her team to the double-elimination round. Kyler Burke of Stanwood contributed two goals and an assist in a 3-2 district playoff win over Monroe, sending the Spartans to the semifinals.
Ava Gonzalez of Everett volleyball recorded a double-double with 29 kills and 14 digs during a four-set road victory against Monroe. Mihai Stransky of Shorewood tennis won the 3A District 1 singles title on October 29.
Mason Wilson of Mountlake Terrace football won the previous cycle for the week of October 18-24. He received 45.80 percent of the 654 votes cast. Wilson accumulated 158 rushing yards and 172 passing yards in a game that required overtime. He finished with three rushing touchdowns, two passing touchdowns, and 11 defensive tackles.
The newspaper selects nominees based on statistics reported by coaches, direct observation, and recommendations. Coaches are asked to submit individual stats by 9 a.m. on Monday to ensure eligibility for future cycles.
