Independence High lacrosse player Bailey Withers is Observer athlete of the week
The Charlotte Observer’s athlete of the week is Independence High School’s Bailey Withers.
Withers won a close race with Weddington’s Jordyn Case, winning by about 2,500 votes.
A Patriots’ senior attacker/midfielder, Withers had seven goals and one assists to lead Independence to an 18-6 win over Mooresville in their season opener, Feb. 11.
Note: A new batch of nominees will be announced this weekend.
Want to nominate an athlete?: Athletes of the week highlights high school players with outstanding performances. The goal is to recognize all athletes in all sports, both the most accomplished and the underrated or underappreciated players. If you want to suggest someone to be included in the Athletes of the week column, send email to Jay Edwards at edwardswork23@gmail.com.