Sunny Skies Mark Exciting Voting Week for Athlete of the Week in Laurens

Sunny Skies and Exciting Voting for Athlete of the Week in Laurens

LAURENS, South Carolina – What a beautiful day in Laurens! With a lovely high of 71°F and gentle winds from the east-northeast at about 5 to 10 mph, it’s hard not to feel cheerful. The clear blue sky sets the perfect backdrop for the start of an exciting week for local high school athletes.

Vote for the GoLaurens.com Athlete of the Week!

You might want to take a few moments today to recognize some truly standout high school talent. Voting for the GoLaurens.com Athlete of the Week is open now and will continue until noon on Wednesday, November 13. This initiative is brought to you by Self Regional Healthcare in partnership with our local YMCAs in the Lakelands Region — that means our community is rallying together to support the athletes who represent Laurens!

How to Vote

It’s super easy to vote! You can cast your ballot once each day during the voting period, so why not make it a routine? Just head to the GoLaurens.com website and submit your choice. The excitement culminates this Wednesday evening when the Athlete of the Week will be announced, so stay tuned!

This Week’s Nominees

Let’s meet the amazing young athletes who are up for this week’s title:

• Javen Cook – Clinton High School

Javen had an electrifying performance last week, carrying the ball seven times for 114 yards and scoring a whopping three touchdowns in the Red Devils’ victory over Liberty. He wasn’t just dominating on the ground; Javen also shined in the kickoff return department, racking up 90 yards on two returns. Talk about a versatile player!

• Demyjah Watts – Laurens District 55 High School

Next up is the fearless Demyjah. Despite the Raider’s loss to Fountain Inn, Watts turned in a solid defensive effort, tallying six tackles, one sack, and even blocking a PAT. It’s all about heart on the field, and Demyjah undoubtedly showed just that!

• Garrett Murphy – Laurens Academy

Last but certainly not least, we have Garrett Murphy. In the Crusaders’ recent victory over Cross, he carried the ball six times for 141 yards and scored two touchdowns. Garrett made his mark as a receiver too, catching a pass for 66 yards and another touchdown! On defense, he was busy, gathering up four tackles and forcing a fumble — talk about a complete package!

A Weekly Celebration of Talent

The GoLaurens.com Athlete of the Week is just the beginning! This initiative will be running for a total of 32 weeks throughout the school year, giving us plenty of opportunities to celebrate the incredible talent found at Clinton High School, Laurens Academy, Laurens District High School, and Thornwell Charter School. Each week promises to showcase hard work, dedication, and the spirited efforts of our local athletes.

So, whether you’re a proud parent, a dedicated student, or just a sports enthusiast in the Laurens community, this is your chance to get involved! Don’t miss out on casting your vote for the student-athlete who inspires you the most.

Get Voting!

Remember, the window for voting is open until noon on Wednesday. Show your support for our young athletes, and let’s keep promoting a spirit of camaraderie and encouragement right here in Laurens!