Athletes from eight different schools have been named the Chagrin Valley Conference Athletes of the Week for the week ending Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Each athlete was nominated by his or her coach. All statistics incurred from Monday, August 11, 2025, through Sunday, August 17, 2025.
BOYS GOLF
Name: Angelo DeCarlo
School: Berkshire
Grade: 10
Stats: Shot a 39 and a 37 in two matches
Coach’s Quote: “Angelo played great during our first week of conference duals, helping us begin our season 2-0,” said Berkshire coach Chandler Verhas. “While only being a sophomore, he has shown maturity and leadership on the course. All the hard work he has put in over the last year has been paying off.”
Name: Alex Sperduto
School: Edgewood
Grade: 12
Stats: In three matches, shot a 38, 36, claiming medalist honors, and a 43 in three matches
Coach’s Quote: “Alex has been recovering from an injury suffered in spring baseball during the summer. Even while recovering, he has posted some good scores in our first couple of dual matches,” said Edgewood coach Ben Frable. “Alex is one of our vocal leaders, is always encouraging all the other members on the team, and brings energy to every practice and match. I am excited to see what Alex can accomplish during the rest of the season.”
Name: Jack Watson
School: Chagrin Falls
Grade: 12
Stats: Shot 74 at the US Invitational with three birdies on the back 9
Coach’s Quote: “Jack played with incredible focus and composure at Stonewater,” said Chagrin Falls coach David Kimball. “He trusted his game plan, stayed steady under pressure, and really showed why he’s one of the leaders on our team.”
GIRLS GOLF
Name: Annie Johnston
School: Edgewood
Grade: 12
Stats: Averaged 39.5 strokes in two dual matches and shot 83 at the Flamingo Frenzy
Coach’s Quote: “Annie has had a strong start to her senior year,” said Edgewood coach Christina Fischer. “She continues to work on perfecting her game, and she has been a good role model and leader for our team.”
Name: Anuja Patel
School: Orange
Grade: 11
Stats: Shot 73, good for third place at the Lady Comet Classic, and shot 74 at the Blue Devil Classic
Coach’s Quote: “Anuja has been playing solid golf this year,” said Orange coach Cody Kovach. “She keeps improving each practice and tweaking parts of her game that will get her to the next level. Her commitment to the team and leadership has been so important for our team’s success.”
BOYS SOCCER
Name: Brandon Shaw
School: Hawken
Grade: 11
Stats: Scored one goal in one game
Coach’s Quote: “Brandon picked up where he left off last season, and that is scoring important goals for the Hawks,” said Hawken coach Vlad Muresan. “He opened up his account for the 2025 season against Lake Catholic by pressing the ball, winning the ball back, and going to goal in a sequence that shows his hunger for goals. We look forward to many more of these moments from Brandon.”
GIRLS SOCCER
Name: Olivia Pickens
School: Kirtland
Grade: 10
Stats: Scored one goal with one assist in one game
Coach’s Quote: “Olivia is the engine of our team,” said Kirtland coach Josh Sladick. “Her dedication to her craft shows each time she steps on the pitch. She has the innate ability to raise the level of play not just in herself but in her teammates as well.”
Name: Madi Teppo
School: Conneaut
Grade: 11
Stats: Scored three goals with two assists
Coach’s Quote: “This year, Madi made the move up the field from the defensive line to left wing,” said Conneaut coach Becky Thomas. “Although hesitant at first, she pushed herself daily at practice and has become a force to be reckoned with during our first two competitions. During our opening game, her grit paid off when she scored the game-winning shot in the waning minutes of play.”
VOLLEYBALL
Name: Haleigh Lewis
School: Harvey
Grade: 12
Stats: Recorded 12 aces, 8 kills, 6 digs, and posted a .538 hitting percentage
Coach’s Quote: “Haleigh was dominant in our opening weekend tri-match,” said Harvey coach Lila Kalina. “She is an all-around player who is relied upon in all aspects of the game. Her ability to score with both her serving and hitting, paired with her aggressive but consistent passing, makes her both an offensive and defensive threat to all of our opponents.”
