School: Miyamura High
Name: Jaxson Jones
Sport: Soccer
Grade: Junior
Jaxson is Captain of the boys’ soccer team. He played every minute of both games on Sept. 13 and 14 as the team is struggling with some injuries and don’t have as many players as usual. He scored four goals and one assist during the games. He continues to lead his team both on and off the field with a great attitude and maximum effort.
School: Ramah High
Name: Demarcus Peynesta
Sport: Football
Grade: Sophomore
Demarcus has great character on and off the field. When he is on the field he is encouraging, he is energetic, and he is one of the only that does not shy away from contact. He can take correction/criticism as a chance to improve. He leads by example as he helps the younger athletes understand the game. He goes above and beyond rather than just being a body on the roster.
School: Tohatchi High
Name: Bobbi Yazzie
Sport: Volleyball
Grade: Senior
Bobbi is a second-year starter as middle hitter and blocker. She is an honor roll student. Bobbi is also on the basketball and softball teams. She had six kills, two blocks and five aces to lead the Lady Cougars to victory against Dulce on Sept. 12.
School: Tse’ Yi’ Gai
Name: Jaden Ramon
Sport: Volleyball
Grade: Senior
Jaden hustled after every ball and played her hardest against Ramah on Sept. 10. Her leadership on and off the court is phenomenal. As a senior, she works with younger players to help develop their skills and improve their game.
