Hough High’s Eli Anders wins The Observer/Deer Park defensive player of the week
Hough High’s Eli Anders is The Charlotte Observer/Deer Park high school football defensive player of the week.
In a 45-12 win over Porter Ridge in the second round of the N.C. 4A playoffs on Nov. 10, Anders had five tackles, including two tackles for a loss. He also had two sacks.
He will receive an award from Deer Park.
Last week’s other defensive nominees
Jadyn Farmer, Butler: In a 47-7 win over West Forsyth, Farmer had eight total tackles, including two tackles for a loss, a sack and two quarterback hurries.
Danija McMullen, Northwestern: In a 57-7 win over Greenwood, McMullen had 6.5 tackles, including four tackles for a loss. He also had a fumble recovery and a sack.
Grae Ponder, West Lincoln: In a 35-27 loss to Monroe in the 2A second round, Ponder tied for a team-high with six tackles, and was credited with a half sack.
David Sanders, Providence Day: Sanders had five tackles in Friday’s 45-37 win over Charlotte Christian in the private school semifinals. Ranked as the No. 1 junior in America, Sanders had two sacks and four quarterback hurries. On offense, he allowed no sacks, had a pancake block and helped lead the way for a 200-yard rusher.
This story was originally published November 12, 2023 at 2:21 PM.
