Athletes from 15 different schools have been named the Chagrin Valley Conference Athletes of the Week for the week ending Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Each athlete was nominated by his or her coach. All are based on the period from Monday, December 1, 2025, through Sunday, December 7, 2025.
BOYS BASKETBALL
Name: Cameron Beam
School: Berkshire
Grade: 12
Stats: Averaged 11 points and 9 rebounds per game
Coach’s Quote: “Cameron plays with a motor that never stops,” said Berkshire coach Joe Montanaro. “He influences the game in every area—finishing plays, battling on the glass, and making winning contributions on both ends of the floor. His commitment, leadership, and relentless work ethic set the standard for our team.”
Name: Devin Hardwick
School: Brooklyn
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 48 points with 17 rebounds, 7 steals, and 6 assists in two games
Coach’s Quote: “Devin had a great week and played well in our two victories,” said Brooklyn coach Jeff Shepherd. “Devin has been consistent for us and not only scores, but also rebounds and defends. He is an all-around talented player.”
Name: Matty Jirmasek
School: Independence
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 29 points with 5 rebounds, 4 3-pointers, and 2 steals in one game
Coach’s Quote: “Matty is a leader for our team and demonstrated that throughout the course of the game,” said Independence coach Matt Grendel. “It was great to see him play with confidence and make some big plays for our team. I look forward to seeing him build on this performance.”
Name: Antonio Rivera
School: Geneva
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 32 points and shot 9-of-15 from behind the arc
Coach’s Quote: “Antonio played great against Eastlake North, doing what he does best, shooting from the perimeter,” said Geneva coach Connor Zimmer. “Antonio also does a great job at showing leadership throughout the whole game, keeping everyone engaged in the outcome we wanted.”
Name: Dominick Snyder
School: Harvey
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 18 points with 2 assists while shooting 64 percent from the floor and 57 percent from behind the arc
Coach’s Quote: “Dom has had a really nice start to the season for us,” said Harvey coach Eric Monty. “His ability to score has given us chances to win in the early weeks of the season.”
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Name: Reese Harper
School: Crestwood
Grade: 9
Stats: Scored 17 points with 28 rebounds and 6 steals in two games
Coach’s Quote: “Reese was an absolute force in both wins last week against Jefferson and Chagrin Falls,” said Crestwood coach T.J. Henderson. “Her nonstop energy and relentless work on the glass were incredible to watch, especially for such a young hooper. She keeps leveling up every single game and is on track to do big things for us this season. Reese is making an impact on both ends of the floor, and we couldn’t be more excited about what she’s bringing to the team.”
Name: Annie Johnston
School: Edgewood
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 15 points with 3 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 assists in one game
Coach’s Quote: “Annie had a great game in our win over Jefferson and has had a spectacular start to the season,” said Edgewood coach Randy Vencill. “She is our team’s senior leader and is like an extra coach on the floor.”
Name: Ryane Kerrigan
School: Fairview
Grade: 10
Stats: Averaged 15.0 points and 4.5 steals per game
Coach’s Quote: “Ryane’s offensive production has been a critical component of our 5-0 start to the season,” said Fairview coach Karen Swanson Haan. “She is shooting the ball exceptionally well, and she has complemented her offensive production with great defensive intensity, including hitting the boards hard and generating steals on the other end.”
Name: Alexis Kiser
School: Conneaut
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 22 points with 7 rebounds, and 2 deflections
Coach’s Quote: “Alexis has led the team in scoring as well as rebounding so far this season,” said Conneaut coach Nicole Grimmett. “Despite our opponents’ attempts to stop her, she has been able to find ways to keep scoring. She helps guide her teammates defensively with her constant communication.”
Name: Haleigh Lewis
School: Harvey
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored a career-high 30 points with 6 rebounds, 5 steals, and 2 assists
Coach’s Quote: “Haleigh has the ability to produce this type of performance every night,” said Harvey coach Jeremie Acree. “She was outstanding on both ends of the floor, finishing as the team’s leader in scoring and steals.”
Name: Emily Mechenbier
School: Perry
Grade: 10
Stats: Scored 21 points with 18 rebounds in one game
Coach’s Quote: “Emily was a dominant force in our win on Friday,” said Perry coach Roy Infalvi. “She is developing into a great post presence and overall basketball player, both on the defensive and offensive ends. Emily works extremely har,d and it is awesome to experience the success on the court.”
Name: Marley Readance
School: Beachwood
Grade: 11
Stats: Scored 22 points with 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and 7 steals in two games
Coach’s Quote: “Marley has had a strong start to the season as she has played a key role in helping the Bison get off to a 4-1 start,” said Beachwood coach Don Readance. “Using her athleticism and speed on both ends of the floor, she continues to impact the game at both ends of the floor.”
Name: Julia Scales
School: Hawken
Grade: 11
Stats: Scored 19 points with 12 rebounds, 2 steals, and 1 block
Coach’s Quote: “Julia Scales is finally stepping back into her full potential after spending an entire year sidelined by injury—and she’s doing it with force,” said Hawken coach Cy Lippold. “Against Harvey, she was unstoppable—relentless, attacking the rim, fearless on the boards, and a constant threat every time she touched the ball. When Julia plays with that attacking mindset, she’s nearly impossible to defend. But what impressed me most was her leadership. She kept our team connected, focused, and resilient, and that poise allowed her to play free and let her natural scoring instincts take over. This was a breakout performance that truly shows the player and leader that Julia is becoming.”
HOCKEY
Name: Gio Garst
School: Brooklyn
Grade: 11
Stats: Scored two goals with one assist
Coach’s Quote: “Gio leads the team in scoring this year and is a critical player on our team,” said Brooklyn coach Mike Wrost. “Gio plays both offense and defense and is on the ice for a majority of each game.”
BOYS WRESTLING
Name: Carter Cline
School: Edgewood
Grade: 9
Stats: Won the Hawken Invitational Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Carter Cline had an impressive high school debut at the Hawken Invitational, winning every match with a first-period pin and clinching first place,” said Edgewood coach Greg Stolfer.
Name: Mitch Meyer
School: Independence
Grade: 11
Stats: Placed fourth at the North Coast Classic with a 4-2 record (both losses were to returning state champions)
Coach’s Quote: “Mitch is a returning state qualifier and is looking to make a return trip and get on the podium this year,” said Independence coach Ken DeAngelis. “He works hard in the room every day and is the true leader of the team. His fourth-place finish at the North Coast Classic was a great start to his junior season.”
Name: Phoenix Peters
School: Beachwood
Grade: 9
Stats: Went 3-0 with two points and a decision in winning the Ron Madow Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Phoenix Peters had an outstanding performance this weekend, capturing the Ron Madow Invitational championship in dominant fashion,” said Beachwood coach Jimmy Greenwood. “He opened the tournament with a lightning-fast six-second pin, one of the quickest recorded falls of the event. Phoenix continued his momentum with a 1:47 pin in the semifinals before closing out the day with a composed and decisive 12–5 victory in the finals. All day, Phoenix looked confident, composed, and in complete control, showcasing high-level technique and poise. His performance was a major boost to the team and a strong indicator of the work he has put in during the preseason.”
Name: Jordan Prescott
School: Trinity
Grade: 11
Stats: Went 3-0 with two pins in winning the Hawken Invitational Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Jordan, up a weight class, did his job for the team last week at 190,” said Trinity coach Isaiah Hill. “Jordan has gotten better each year with the program, and we are expecting a big year from him.”
Name: Jeremy Shank
School: Jefferson
Grade: 12
Stats: Went 5-0 with five pins
Coach’s Quote: “Jeremy wrestled as well as anyone in the tournament,” said Jefferson coach Cody Lewis. “He recorded the most pins in the least amount of time across all boys’ weight classes, and he was dominant from start to finish. I don’t think we could have asked for anything more from him.”
GIRLS WRESTLING
Name: Natalie Martincic
School: Orange
Grade: 11
Stats: Went 5-0 with five pins in winning the Brush Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Natalie started off her season in dominant fashion, going 5-0 with five pins to win her first-ever regular-season tournament,” said Orange coach Brody Arrundale. “She has worked extremely hard this year, and it’s paying off.”
Name: Nyla White
School: Beachwood
Grade: 9
Stats: Went 3-0 in winning the Mike Fording Memorial Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Nyla White dominated at the Michael Fording Tournament this weekend, earning the championship title with an exceptional display of skill and determination,” said Beachwood coach Jimmy Greenwood. “She opened the day with a 4:25 pin, followed with another fall in 3:19, and closed out the finals with a commanding 8–2 decision. Nyla competed with confidence, composure, and a championship mindset from start to finish.”
