An open poll is now available for voters to choose the Savannah Morning News Athlete of the Week. The poll highlights standout athletes, including Savannah Christian's Brian Hong.
Key points
Open poll for Athlete of the Week voting
Nominees include local standout athletes
Voting typically closes at the end of the week
Focus on high school sports in Savannah
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Savannah Christian baseball coach Matt Oglesby watches the action in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian's Brian Hong at the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian's Brayden Austin on the mound in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian catcher Cardin Patrick in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian third baseman Athen Hudspeth in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Q&A
How can I vote for the Savannah Morning News Athlete of the Week?
You can participate in the open poll available on the Savannah Morning News website.
Who are the nominees for the Athlete of the Week poll?
The nominees include standout athletes from local schools, such as Brian Hong from Savannah Christian.
When does the voting for Athlete of the Week close?
The voting period for the Athlete of the Week typically closes at the end of the week; check the poll for specific details.
What sports are included in the Athlete of the Week nominations?
The Athlete of the Week nominations include various sports, with a focus on high school athletes in the Savannah area.
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Savannah Christian pitcher Brayden Austin comes off the mound in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Mason Omohundro of Savannah Christian delivers a hit in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Chase Boyer of Savannah Christian at the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian's Chase Boyer in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian's Cardin Patrick comes down with a foul ball in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Athen Hudspeth of Savannah Christian at the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Dane Eckhart of Savannah Christian beats a throw to the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian's Athen Hudspeth goes through the Raider ritual of dunking a basketball in the dugout after scoring a run in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Chase Boyer of Savannah Christian rips a shot in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Griffin Graham of Savannah Christian delivers a pitch in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
Savannah Christian shortstop Chase Boyer makes a play in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Senior laden Savannah Christian baseball team looking for deep playoff run
Savannah Christian baseball coach Matt Oglesby watches the action in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Senior laden Savannah Christian baseball team looking for deep playoff run
Savannah Christian baseball coach Matt Oglesby watches the action in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian's Brian Hong at the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian's Brayden Austin on the mound in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Senior laden Savannah Christian baseball team looking for deep playoff run
Savannah Christian catcher Cardin Patrick in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian third baseman Athen Hudspeth in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian pitcher Brayden Austin comes off the mound in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Mason Omohundro of Savannah Christian delivers a hit in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Chase Boyer of Savannah Christian at the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian's Chase Boyer in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian's Cardin Patrick comes down with a foul ball in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Athen Hudspeth of Savannah Christian at the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Dane Eckhart of Savannah Christian beats a throw to the plate in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian's Athen Hudspeth goes through the Raider ritual of dunking a basketball in the dugout after scoring a run in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Chase Boyer of Savannah Christian rips a shot in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Griffin Graham of Savannah Christian delivers a pitch in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
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Images: Savannah Christian baseball team posed for playoff run
Savannah Christian shortstop Chase Boyer makes a play in a playoff win over Mt. Bethel on April 24, 2026.
This is a chance for readers to weigh in and select the Savannah Morning News High School Athlete of the Week in an open poll with no restrictions on the voting. The poll will close on Tuesday, May 5, at 11 a.m.
Here are the candidates.
Kendrick Joshua, Richmond Hill
The UGA-bound senior won the 300 meter hurdles in 37.99, the 100 meters in 10.76 and the long jump with a leap of 24-6 at the Region 1-6A meet. His long jump mark, tying a personal best, is the top mark in Georgia this year across all classifications. His best 300 hurdle time this season (36.10) in second overall in the state and sixth in the nation.
Jacoby Pasley, Bradwell
The junior swept his three events in the Region 1-5A Track and Field Meet. He won the 100 meters in 10.57, took the 200 title in 21.33 and also won the 400 meter crown in 47.95.
Francie Tedder, Savannah Arts
The junior won three races at the Region 2-3A meet. She won the 8000 in 2:32.72 and the 1,600 in 5:28.07, while coming home with the 3200 meter title in 13:16.39.
Blessed Diogo, Jenkins
The senior won the 100 meter hurdles (14.81), the 300 meter hurdles (46.76), the long jump (18-3) and the triple jump with a mark of 37-4 to help lead the Warriors to the team title at the Region 3-3A meet.
Jenkins junior Blessed Diogo is a star on the Warrior track and field team.
Jenkins junior Blessed Diogo is a star on the Warrior track and field team.
Stanley Smart Jr., Benedictine
The junior won the 100 meters in 10.70 and the 200 meters (21.96) to help lead the Cadets to the Region 1-4A title., their eighth straight regional championship.
Gunner Ennis, Bryan County
The sophomore earned the win in a deciding Game 3 playoff victory over Georgia Military College, as he struck out six and allowed five hits in five innings. At the plate, he drew a pair of walks and scored a run.
Eddie Howell, Richmond Hill
The junior won the 1600 meters at the Region 1-6A meet with a school record time of 4:15.12, edging teammate Myles Head (4:16.63). Howell also won the 800 meters with a time of 1:56.15.
Syraiah Wilkins, South Effingham
The junior was second in the 100 meters in 12.36, fourth in the 200 (24.51) and third in the long jump (16-10.5) to qualify for sectionals in all three events at the Region 1-5A meet.
Mac Headley, Benedictine
Headley dished out five assists and scored a goal as the Cadet lacrosse team closed out the regular season with a 15-0 win over Savannah Country Day.
Chase Boyer, Savannah Christian
The senior shortstop went 3-for-5 with a home run and seven RBIs as the Raiders swept a double header against Mt. Bethel in the first round of the GHSA Private School playoffs. He is hitting .471 with an OPS of 1.478 with 10 doubles, 10 homers and 52 RBIs.
Noah Harris, Benedictine
The sophomore earned the win allowing two runs over five innings and helped his own cause by going 3 for 5 with a double and two RBIs in a playoff win over Madison County.
Noah Harris of Benedictine doubles down the right field line in a win over Warner Robins on March 13, 2026.
Noah Harris of Benedictine doubles down the right field line in a win over Warner Robins on March 13, 2026.
Blane Sikes, Savannah Christian
The senior won the 200 meters in 22.79 and took the 400 meter title in 51.11 at the Region A-3A Private Schools Meet last week. He also qualified for the Sectional Meet with a fourth place finish in the 100 meters (11.30). Sikes signed to compete at Furman University on Friday.
Trinity Perine, Richmond Hill
The standout freshman won the 400 meters (55.10) and was second in the 100 meters (12.28) and second in the 200 meters (24.64) at the Region 1-6A meet.
Noah Bauer, Calvary Day
The senior allowed just one hit over six innings and struck out eight without a walk in a 10-0 playoff win over Galloway, Calvary won the next game to advance to the second round of the GHSA Private School playoffs.
Tucker Hollis, Benedictine
The junior won the 800 meters in 2:03.30, the 1600 in 4:48.07 and was third in the 3,200 meters at the Region 1-4A meet.
Chloe Miller, Richmond Hill
The sophomore won the 800 meters (2:12.71), the 1,600 (4:59.72) and the 3,200 (11:14.16) to sweep her events at the Region 1-6A meet. Her 800 meter and 1,600 meter times were personal bests.
Charles Pope, Savannah Country Day
The senior had a strong showing at the Region A-3A Private Schools Meet. He won the 1600 meters in 4:46.72 and the 800 meters in 2:06.35. He was second in the 400 meters (51.71) and finished fourth in the 3200 (12:26.38) as he qualified for sectionals in all four events.
Aarya Patel, Savannah Country Day
The junior won the 800 meters in 2:31.02, the 400 meters (1:02.52) and also took home the title in the 1600 in 5:36.8 at the Region A-3A Private Schools Meet.
Jhordan Brooks, Windsor Forest
The senior won the 100 meters (10.85) and the 200 meters (21.62) at the Region 3-3A meet.
Max Carson, Benedictine
The senior won the shot put with a throw of 49-11 and the discus with a toss of 148-6 at the Region 1-4A meet.
Dennis Knight covers sports for the Savannah Morning News. Contact him at Dknight@savannahnow.com. Twitter:Â @DennisKnightSMN
