Concord High’s James Smith is Charlotte Observer boys athlete of the week

The Charlotte Observer boys athlete of the week is Concord’s James Smith.

Smith, a 6-foot-1 junior basketball player, averaged 17 points, seven rebounds, four assists and two steals per game as Concord beat East Rowan, Lake Norman Charter and West Rowan.

Smith scored 10 points, had six rebounds, four assists and two steals in a 66-60 win at West Rowan Feb. 8.

He recorded a double-double with 20 points, 11 rebounds and five assists in an 88-44 victory over East Rowan Feb. 9.

Smith also had 21 points, four rebounds and four assists to help Concord to a 77-66 win at Lake Norman Charter Feb. 11.

Smith is averaging 12 points, six rebounds, three assists and two steals per game for Concord (20-4).

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 mostmplished 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 February 13, 2022 at 3:20 PM.