Athletes Of The Week

Isabella Saunders

Sophomore, Lakota West Basketball

Isabella led the way for the Lakota West Firebirds in a strong 46–36 victory over the Oak Hills Highlanders. The sophomore guard was nearly flawless from the field, scoring a team-high 14 points on an efficient 6-of-7 shooting, including a perfect 2-for-2 from three-point range. Saunders also made her impact felt beyond scoring, adding three steals, two assists, and two rebounds while playing 26 minutes. Her all-around performance and steady leadership helped set the tone as the Firebirds controlled the game on both ends of the floor.


Joshua Tyson

Junior, Lakota West Basketball

Josh rose to the moment and delivered a standout performance to lead the Firebirds to a statement 57–55 victory over the defending 2025 state champions, Reynoldsburg. Logging 32 minutes, Tyson was efficient and composed, knocking down 8 of 13 shots on his way to a game-high 18 points. He added four assists to keep the offense flowing, came up with a key block on the defensive end, and committed just one turnover in a tightly contested battle. Tyson’s poise, scoring touch, and leadership powered the Firebirds to one of their biggest wins of the season.


C.J. Bryant

Senior, Middletown Wrestling

The senior all-state linebacker returned to the mat by collecting 4 wins at the SWOWCA Coaches Classic tournament. Bryant currently sits at 4-2 on the season.


Keith Daniels

Senior, Middletown Basketball

The senior guard is averaging 16 points per game and collected 20 points and 8 assists in the Middies victory over Colerain. Daniels is currently ranked 3rd in the GMC in points per game


Ariana Hale

Junior, Middletown Wrestling

The junior district placer collected a tournament championship at the Tinora Invitational and finished in 3rd place in the Middletown Classic. Hale currently sits at 15-3 with 13 pins.


Lillie Anderson

Senior, Oak Hills Wrestling

Lillie Finished Second at the Ross Invitational. She helped lead the team to a 3rd Place finish.


Isabelle Barkley

Senior, Oak Hills Wrestling

Isabelle Finished Second at the Ross Invitational. She also help lead the Team to a 3rd Place finish.


Helena Philips

Junior, Oak Hills Academic

Helena has been a great leader on the Academic Quiz Team this year! Helena consistently does everything that is asked of her to the best of her ability, setting a great example for her teammates! Helena is constantly challenging herself in the classroom through multiple AP and CCP courses and is one of the top students in the Class of 2027!


Lincoln Schreiber

Junior, Oak Hills Basketball

Lincoln is a 3 sport athlete and played valuable minutes in our last win vs. West Clermont. Lincoln competes and makes "winning plays." He is an excellent teammate, and an excellent student, with a 4.44 GPA.


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