Here are the winners of the Charlotte Observer’s athletes of the week
Here are the winners of the Observer’s athlete of the week award
▪ Stella Kermes, Cuthbertson Cross Country: The Cavaliers’ sophomore a personal-best 18:20.70 to finish in sixth-place at the Adidas Challenge at WakeMed Complex in Cary Sept. 18.
Kermes’ time was the best time run by a sophomore in the state this season, and seventh fastest time in the state regardless of class.
The Cuthbertson girls’ cross country team also finished fourth at the Adidas Challenge.
She won a poll combining cross-country, field hockey and golf athletes.
▪ Anasty Faavesi, East Rowan Volleyball: The Mustangs’ junior outside hitter had 23 kills, 28 digs, 11 aces and three blocks as East Rowan beat Concord, while losing to Mooresville and West Rowan. She won 37 percent of the vote this week, to edge Lake Norman Christian’s Averie Karaffa.
▪ Nicolas Patrignani, Hough Soccer: The Huskies’ senior forward had five goals and two assists as Hough beat both Chambers and North Mecklenburg. He won just over 30 percent of the vote, finishing ahead of Butler’s Kevin Navisa and Forest Hills’ Cristian Jimenez.
Patrignani had four goals in a 6-1 victory at North Mecklenburg, Sept. 13.
He also had a goal and two assists in a 3-1 win over Chambers.
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. Please include the athletes’ name, school, class and applicable game performance statistics. Coaches must be willing to verify information.
This story was originally published September 19, 2021 at 2:17 PM.
