Voting is open for The Jackson Sun’s area high school boys athlete of the week for the period from September 28 to October 3, with the poll closing on October 8 at 4 p.m. Seven players from local schools are in contention after standout performances in Week 7 of the football season.
Wade Lowe of North Side put up the most eye-catching numbers, completing 8 of 10 passes for 295 yards and five touchdowns in a 63-10 win over Hardin County. His efficient passing helped North Side dominate the game and secure a decisive victory.
Jayden Butler from Haywood also made a strong case with his rushing display. Butler ran for 166 yards on just 11 carries and found the end zone four times during a 51-8 rout of Millington. His ability to break through defenses consistently stood out.
Carson Kelley of Milan contributed significantly in a 55-0 shutout win over Union City. He carried the ball five times for 122 yards and scored twice, combining explosiveness with scoring efficiency.
On the defensive side, Gavan Thomas of University School of Jackson produced seven tackles, including four for loss, and added a sack in a 38-13 victory against Marshall County. His performance helped stifle the opposing offense and maintain control throughout the game.
Demarrius Pickens of Crockett County showed impact on both sides of the ball. Offensively, he had two receptions totaling 122 yards and one touchdown in a 39-21 win over Dyersburg. Defensively, he recorded six solo tackles and six assists, contributing heavily to his team’s success.
Darion Taylor from Humboldt had five catches for 99 yards and a touchdown in a 40-0 win over Greenfield. He also made 12 tackles, including one for loss, and forced a fumble, demonstrating versatility and effectiveness on offense and defense.
Reed Williamson of The Columbia Academy rounded out the nominees with three receptions for 90 yards and two touchdowns in a 28-14 victory over Jackson Christian, adding key plays to secure the win for his team.
Voters have until October 8 at 4 p.m. to decide which of these athletes will be named boys athlete of the week for the Jackson area. The poll reflects performances from the week ending October 3 and highlights the local talent powering high school football in the region.
According to Yahoo Sports.
