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Weimert’s court presence noticed

Name: Makenna Weimert School: Hollidaysburg Area Age: 15 Grade: Sophomore Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Weimert delivered 20 points in a 59-22 win over Tyrone, 12 points in a 53-46 victory over Central Cambria and 17 points in a 47-36 win over Huntingdon. Season update: Weimert averages 10.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.1 steals per game for the unbeaten Lady Tigers. Coach Deanna Jubeck’s quote: “Makenna is an all-around game changer who provides a ton of energy to our team. She is a versatile player who can score in a variety of ways. She plays hard ...

Scott working towards PIAA gold

Name: Kyle Scott School: Tyrone Area Age: 15 Grade: Sophomore Sport: Wrestling Athlete of the week achievement: Scott won the 172-pound championship in the Ultimate Warrior Tournament at West Branch High School on Saturday. He went 5-0 in the tourney and shut out his first three opponents. Season update: Scott is 32-3 this season. Coach Quentin Wright’s quote: “Kyle has been a solid wrestler all season and this win is a result of the hard work, dedication and determination to be the best. This is an important marker in Kyle’s career as he continues to work toward a ...

Haigh competing at high level

Name: Jude Haigh School: Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic Age: 16 Grade: Junior Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Haigh led the way with 17 points, including 11 in the pivotal third quarter, to lead BG over Hollidaysburg, 64-41, at the Jaffa Shrine. Season update: Haigh is averaging 18 points, four rebounds and three assists per game for the 10-2 Marauders. Coach Ryan Lestochi’s quote: “Jude is a straight-up competitor. He’s ready for any challenge, and no one out-works the kid. He’s a basketball junkie and is eager to learn. He’s had a successful career ...

Hileman overcoming injury

Name: Ayla Hileman School: Williamsburg Age: 18 Grade: Senior Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Hileman scored 19 points in Williamsburg’s come-from-behind 46-42 victory over Berlin Brothersvalley, a state semifinalist from a year ago. She also scored 27 points in a win over Curwensville. Season update: In five games, Hileman is averaging 19.2 points, three assists, three steals and three rebounds per game. She’s also shooting 45 percent on 3-pointers. Coach Amy Hileman’s quote: “Ayla is one of the hardest working players I have coached. She has helped ...

Baronner being strong leader

Name: Maxwell Baronner School: Hollidaysburg Area Age: 18 Grade: Senior Sport: Swimming Athlete of the week achievement: Baronner won the 50-yard freestyle and 100 freestyle, along with two relays, in wins over Somerset and Bellefonte. He also won the 200 individual medley and 100 butterfly, along with the 400 free relay, in a victory over Richland. He also was part of the winning 400 free relay in the Clearfield Arctic Classic. Season update: Baronner’s top times are 50 free (23.58), 100 free (54.09), 100 fly (1:04.62). Coach Emma Rubritz’s quote: “Max is one of our ...

Vent displaying winning skills

Name: Bella Vent School: Hollidaysburg Area Age: 16 Grade: Junior Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Vent scored a team-high 15 points in a victory over Central, and she scored a team-high 25 points in a rout of Bellefonte. Season update: Vent is averaging 16.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game for the undefeated Lady Tigers. Coach Deanna Jubeck’s quote: “Bella has accepted a new role on our team as a scorer and defender. Her quickness and anticipation skills are outstanding. Those attributes allow her to excel on both ends of the ...