Athletes from three different schools have been named the Chagrin Valley Conference Athletes of the Week.
Each athlete was nominated by his or her coach. All statistics incurred from Monday, January 30 through Sunday, February 5, 2023.
Here’s a look at each Athlete of the Week by sport:
BOYS BASKETBALL
Name: Jacob Ernst
School: Edgewood
Grade: 11
Stats: Averaged 22 points and eight rebounds in two games
Coach’s Quote: “Jacob had a fantastic week,” said Edgewood coach Jay Bowler. “He averaged 22 points per game in the last two games, including a game-winning shot with 2.5 seconds to go against Lakeside. He is growing every week and continues to be the leader we need for the final stretch of the season.”
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Name: Brooke Ruchalski
School: Berkshire
Grade: 12
Stats: Scored 10 points with 12 rebounds, four assists, four steals, and two blocks
Coach’s Quote: “Brooke has been battling through injuries but you would never know with the things she brings to the court,” said Berkshire coach James Bosley. “She has a great way of just knowing what the team needs from her and she makes it happen. In our game Saturday, she stepped up and scored seven points while grabbing seven rebounds to help earn the win.”
BOYS WRESTLING
Name: Mario Muniz
School: Trinity
Grade: 10
Stats: Went 2-0 on the week
Coach’s Quote: “Mario went 2-0 last week with pins against Horizon Science Academy and a huge pin against Brooklyn to clinch a dual meet victory,” said Trinity coach Jeremy Clarke. “Mario is a tireless worker who has improved tremendously throughout the season. He shows flashes of greatness, which makes us excited for his future here at Trinity.”
