Athlete of the Week
Mapleton sophomore football player JJ Neece is this week’s Athlete of the Week. JJ showed toughness on both sides of the ball against Perrydale, totaling 7 touchdowns on offense, 5 rushing and 2 passing, and rushing 231 yards. On defense he had 12 tackles caused a fumble and had a fumble recovery.
Honorable mention also goes to a Sailor. Evan Moso had 10 rushes for 130 yards, 2 catches for 76 yards with 4 touchdowns and 2-2point conversions. On defense he had 3 tackles and an interception and a 49 yard return.
Emeralds Drop Last Game of the Season- On to the Playoffs
The Emeralds last regular season game was a loss against the Boise Hawks. The Hawks defeated the Ems 11-2 giving the Ems a 31-45 season total, but it is enough to get them into the playoffs as they host the Hillsboro Hops tomorrow for a 3 game playoff series.:
Prep Action:
The Lady Viks return to the court tonight for volleyball against the Tigers in Bandon. It’s a multi team meet with Douglas in tonight’s fray.
The Sailors will take on the Siletz Valley Warriors in Mountain West League volleyball in Mapleton this evening at 6 o’clock.