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Woodruff skilled on many levels

Name: Jayla Woodruff School: Williamsburg Age: 17 Grade: Senior Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Woodruff contributed 11 points and eight rebounds in a 56-31 win over Northern Bedford in the Inter-County Conference semifinals, and she had nine points and 10 rebounds in a 51-48 win over Bellwood-Antis in the title game. She shot 50 percent from the field in the two games. Season update: Woodruff averages 13.5 points, 8.7 rebounds and 2.1 steals per game for the 23-1 Lady Blue Pirates. Coach Amy Hileman’s quote: “Jayla is such a versatile player and is a ...

Young Weaver getting better

Name: Braiden Weaver School: Altoona Area Age: 15 Grade: Freshmen Sport: Wrestling Athlete of the week achievement: Weaver won the 107-pound championship in the District 6 Class 3A Wrestling Championships on Saturday. Season update: Weaver is 32-4 with 20 pins. Coach Joel Gilbert’s quote: “Braiden works very hard, seeks out great partners and is looking to improve daily. His work ethic and attitude shine when he is out on the mat, and we are very proud of his accomplishments this season.’’ Favorite teacher: Mrs. Ober Favorite subject: Civics Favorite movie: ...

B-A senior showing leadership

Name: Caleb Beiswenger School: Bellwood-Antis Age: 18 Grade: Senior Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Beiswenger scored 20 points for Bellwood-Antis as the Blue Devils rallied past Glendale, 46-32. He also scored 10 points for Bellwood in a 50-36 victory over Mount Union. Season update: Beiswenger averaged 15 points, four assists, 4.5 rebounds and three steals per game for the Blue Devils. Coach Tyler Mertiff’s quote: “We didn’t get off to the start we hoped. Caleb kept the kids’ attitudes up, kept with the program, and I couldn’t ask for a better ...

Donlan big part of perfect Lions

Name: Abby Donlan School: Altoona Area Age: 16 Grade: Junior Sport: Gymnastics Athlete of the week achievement: Donlan won the all-around (36.87), bars and beam at the Central Pennsylvania League championships on Friday. Season update: Altoona finished a perfect 10-0 in the regular season and won the team title and will now compete at the state level in the Gold Division next Saturday. Donlan will compete individually in the Diamond Division. Coach Mark Biseli’s quote: “She has had an outstanding season this year — she’s really improved a lot. She stepped up and ...

Male Athlete of the Week: Bean grows into versatile role

Name: Seth Bean School: Central Age: 18 Grade: Senior Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Bean scored a game-high 34 points and had five rebounds and three assists in a 69-49 road victory over Bishop Carroll. He then scored 16 and had four rebounds and three assists in ...

Female Athlete of the Week: Eyer’s play getting noticed

Name: Melana Eyer School: Altoona Area Age: 15 Grade: Sophomore Sport: Basketball Athlete of the week achievement: Eyer led Altoona with 15 points in a 41-38 win over Carlisle. She then scored 18 points in a 49-24 road win over Chambersburg that clinched the Mid-Penn Conference ...