High School Sports

Providence Day’s Alex Jessey is Charlotte Observer boys athlete of the week

Providence Day lacrosse player Alex Jessey is the Charlotte Observer boys athlete of the week.

The Chargers’ sophomore attacker tied a school-record with nine goals to lead Providence Day to a 16-2 season-opening win over Fort Mill Feb. 26.

Jessey tied the school-record for goals in a single-game with his older brother, Cole, who pulled off the same feat.

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 February 27, 2022 at 5:28 PM.

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