Athletes from nine different schools have been named the Chagrin Valley Conference Athletes of the Week for the week ending January 14.
Each athlete was nominated by his or her coach. All statistics incurred from Monday, January 8 through Sunday, January 14, 2024.
Here’s a look at each Athlete of the Week by sport:
BOYS BASKETBALL
Name: Dominic Anekwe
School: Orange
Grade: 12
Stats: Averaged 23.5 points and 5.0 rebounds in two games
Coach’s Quote: “Anekwe totaled 47 points and 10 rebounds in two contests for the Lions last week,” said Orange coach Marvin Rashad. “His most impressive performance came in a win versus John Marshall where he put up 32 points, five rebounds, and one steal. Dominic has been playing really well this year and looks to continue his stellar play as Orange plays host to West Geauga this Friday.”
Name: Luke Barbo
School: Geneva
Grade: 11
Stats: Averaged 18 points and eight rebounds per game
Coach’s Quote: “Luke stood out in two key conference battles against Lakeside and Perry, pulling down key rebounds and knocking down a 3-pointer with under one second left to secure the victory against the Pirates,” said Geneva coach Eric Bowser.
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Name: Moharrah Jackson
School: Geneva
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 31 points with nine assists in two games
Coach’s Quote: “Moharrah has been leading our team in all aspects,” said Geneva coach Emily Vossers. “She has been stepping up offensively and scoring while also being asked to step up and stop the best players on the other teams. She puts her whole heart into both offense and defense and is a true team player. Moharrah has been the spark we need at this point in the season.”
Name: Olivia Krebs
School: Cardinal
Grade: 9
Stats: Scored two points with four assists, five steals, nine rebounds, and one block
Coach’s Quote: “Olivia has been really working extremely hard on the defensive end, especially rebounding, as she out-rebounded everyone last game,” said Cardinal coach Kim Domen. “She is not afraid to get down low and bang around. She may be shorter, and the underdog, but that just gives her the extra incentive to keep grinding. She also knows her role on the team and embraces it with pride. Olivia is the person I can count on consistently to work, hustle, and do what needs to be done down there. Olivia is smart and starting to have court awareness, and oftentimes, she is a leader on the court directing traffic, which is a great quality. I’m proud of her growth as a player and person and I have no doubt that for the next three years, she will get better. Big things will come her way if she continues on this path.”
Name: Victoria Lynch
School: Perry
Grade: 11
Stats: Averaged 14.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, 3.0 steals, and made six 3-pointers in three games
Coach’s Quote: “Victoria is a catalyst for our team,” said Perry coach Roy Infalvi. “She is a playmaker for us on defense and offense. She has a nonstop motor, and our team feeds off of her. I am so proud of her constant hard work and dedication to make herself and our team better.”
Name: Olivia Masink
School: Berkshire
Grade: 11
Stats: Scored 20 points with 20 rebounds, four assists, five steals, and one block
Coach’s Quote: “Olivia is one of our captains and always leads by example,” said Berkshire coach James Bosley. “She was able to control the glass in our games last week averaging 10 rebounds a game. Being able to guard anyone on the floor helps our defense and made it possible to pick up two wins last week.”
BOYS WRESTLING
Name: Scotty Edwards
School: Conneaut
Grade: 12
Stats: Went 4-0 with two pins in winning the Bill Dies Memorial Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Scotty dominated on his way to the championship of the Dies Memorial Tournament held at Akron Firestone High School,” said Conneaut coach Keith Sherman. “Scotty wrestled smart, staying in good position and scoring when it counted. His hard work and dedication to the sport have paid off, placing second in the first three tournaments of the year and now winning his first championship. Scotty has risen in the rankings for Division III. He is now the No. 4 ranked wrestler in the state.”
Name: Caden Klingman
School: Berkshire
Grade: 9
Stats: Went 4-1 with three pins and a major decision
Coach’s Quote: “At the John Matteucci Classic, Caden was unseeded and upset the No. 1 seed, 12-4,” said Berkshire coach Dave Malkus. “Caden has been progressing and excelling this season despite being a freshman. We are hoping that he can make some noise at the CVC and postseason tournaments.”
Name: Mitch Meyer
School: Independence
Grade: 9
Stats: Went 5-0 with four first-period pins and a major decision; won the Husky Invitational
Coach’s Quote: “Mitch is a junior high state qualifier so we knew he was tough, but the transition to high school can sometimes be challenging,” said Independence coach Ken DeAngelis. “He has hit the ground running in his freshman year. He is relentless on the mat and has adjusted to high school just fine. We’re excited to see him continue to improve and finish the season strong.”
Name: Kyle Vencill
School: Edgewood
Grade: 12
Stats: Went 6-0 in winning the Top Gun Tournament
Coach’s Quote: “Kyle had a very good weekend at Alliance,” said Edgewood coach Scott Blank. “He wrestled several high-level wrestlers and put together several great matches. He wrestled a state placer in the finals and beat him with solid wrestling skills.”
Name: Derion Williams
School: Trinity
Grade: 9
Stats: Won the CIT with an 8-0 record
Coach’s Quote: “Derion just gets it and loves the sport,” said Trinity coach Isaiah Hill. “He is fun to watch and loves the big moments.”
