High School Sports

West Lincoln’s Grayson Gilbert is The Observer’s boys athlete of the week

West Lincoln soccer player Grayson Gilbert is The Charlotte Observer’s boys athlete of the week.

Gilbert, a sophomore goalie, saved 10-of-11 shots on goal in his first career start in the goal to lead West Lincoln to a 2-1 win at Crest Aug. 16.

The next night, Gilbert had 16 saves in 6-0 loss at Ashbrook.

If you 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 August 21, 2022 at 2:33 PM.

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