Charlotte Observer HS athletes of the week from Cox Hill, Hough, East Burke high schools
Here are the winners of the Charlotte Observer athlete of the week honors:
Rasheed Baldwin, Cox Mill: The 6-foot-4 senior nearly quadrupled his season average, scoring a career-high 26 points, including six three-pointers, to lead Cox Mill to a 90-84 win at Lake Norman Jan. 7.
Baldwin also had 10 points in a 69-34 win over Pine Lake Prep Jan. 4.
Baldwin is averaging 7.1 points per game for Cox Mill.
Quinn Falasaca, Hough wrestling: The Huskies’ sophomore went 3-0 at 152 pounds in his first varsity action of the season to help Hough to a critical Queen City Athletic conference victory over Mallard Creek Jan. 5.
Braelyn Stillwell, East Burke basketball: The 5-foot-4 freshman scored 23 points to go with six assists, three rebounds and three steals to lead East Burke to a 59-50 upset victory at Newton Conover, Jan. 4.
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 January 9, 2022 at 3:20 PM.
