Berry’s Leya Edwards-Headen is The Charlotte Observer girls athlete of the week
Berry High girls golfer Leya Edwards-Headen is The Charlotte Observer girls athlete of the week.
The Cardinals’ senior shot a then career-best 1-over-par 37 at Charles Sifford Golf Course on Sept. 26.
The next day, she topped that, firing an even-par 36 at Charles Sifford Golf Club in a match with East Mecklenburg.
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 October 1, 2023 at 6:59 PM.