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JV’s McMonagle a strong leader

Name: Andrew McMonagle School: Williamsburg (Juniata Valley football) Age: 18 Grade: Junior Sport: Football Athlete of the week achievement: McMonagle rushed for 151 yards and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score, in Juniata Valley’s 14-10 victory over Bellwood-Antis. Season update: McMonagle has rushed for 689 yards on 122 carries and has scored eight touchdowns on the ground for the 3-2 Green Hornets. Coach Bill Musser’s quote: “He just was who he is and trusted the process and his team and that led to a very positive night. He has been excellent and has ...

Stanek kills it for Lady Tigers

Name: Lucy Stanek School: Hollidaysburg Area Age: 16 Grade: Junior Sport: Volleyball Athlete of the week achievement: Stanek helped lead Hollidaysburg to the Gold Division championship in the Saint Francis University Tournament. She also had 11 kills in a four-set win over Tyrone and had eight kills in a win over Clearfield. Season update: Stanek has 59 kills, 14 aces, five blocks and 60 digs. She also has a +.208 hitting percentage. Coach Dean Grenfell’s quote: “Lucy has been meeting and exceeding expectations all season. We’re so excited to watch her and our team continue ...

Grove in a groove for Panthers

Name: Zach Grove School: Penn Cambria Age: 17 Grade: Senior Sport: Football Athlete of the week achievement: Grove rushed for 162 yards and three touchdowns on 15 carries and also returned an interception 59 yards for another score in the Panthers’ 39-34 win over Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic. Season update: Grove has 57 carries for 510 yards and seven touchdowns, and he’s caught nine passes for 102 yards and two TDs for the 4-0 Panthers. Coach Nick Felus’s quote: “Zach has a tremendous work ethic. For the past three-plus years, he has been a relentless worker and ...

Farabaugh puts in the work

Name: Lainey Farabaugh Age: 17 Athlete of the week achievement: Farabaugh scored five goals in a 9-1 win over Richland, and she had five goals and an assist in a 9-1 win over Penn Cambria. Season update: Farabaugh has 10 goals and an assist for the 2-0 Lady Marauders. Coach Joe DeLeo’s quote: “Lainey is one of the hardest working players I have ever coached. No matter what we are doing in practice, she takes it seriously and always strives to make herself better. She is one of the true leaders of our team and she deserves all of the accolades she has received.” Favorite ...

Harrold always comes prepared

Name: Garrett Harrold School: Penn Cambria Age: 17 Grade: Senior Sport: Football Athlete of the week achievement: Harrold rushed for 114 yards and two touchdowns, completed 17-of-21 passes for 231 yards and two TDs, had a key 46-yard punt and had a sack to stall a fourth-quarter drive in a 42-28 win over Central. Season update: Harrold has completed 41-of-57 passes for 673 yards, eight touchdowns and one interception. On the ground, he has rushed 35 times for 230 yards and four touchdowns. Coach Nick Felus’s quote: “Garrett has an unbelievable work ethic. He’s worked ...

Male Athlete of the Week: Kiesewetter continues to excel

Name: Karson Kiesewetter School: Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic Age: 17 Grade: Senior Sport: Football Athlete of the week achievement: Kiesewetter completed 9-of-14 passes for 178 yards and one touchdown, and he also ran the ball 20 times for 182 yards and four touchdowns in a 35-21 victory over Westmont Hilltop on Saturday. Season update: Kiesewetter is 23-of-34 passing for 321 yards, two TDs and no picks. He has rushed 46 times for 329 yards and five TDs. Coach Justin Wheeler’s quote: “Karson is an incredible athlete and competitor. In crucial moments, he takes the team ...