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Eugene Athletes Shine: Vote for Top Performers!
4 Oct
Summary
- Nominees span soccer, cross-country, and volleyball sports.
- South Eugene's Eva Johnson Hess ran a personal best.
- Willamette's Evalyn Carranza scored a crucial equalizer.
As the fall season progresses, athletes in the Eugene-Springfield area are exhibiting remarkable performances. The Register-Guard is seeking community input to determine this week's girls Athlete of the Week, with nominees recognized for their achievements between September 24 and October 2.
This week's nominees include standouts from soccer, cross-country, and volleyball. Evalyn Carranza of Willamette soccer scored a game-tying goal on September 29, securing a 1-1 draw. In cross-country, South Eugene's Eva Johnson Hess posted a personal best 5,000-meter time of 17:34.4, ranking her fourth in the state. Teammate Eleanora Diment also achieved a season-best time.
Volleyball athletes are also making their mark. Marist Catholic's Adriana Lyons Rivera contributed significantly with 12 kills and six digs in a recent win. Sheldon's volleyball team saw strong performances from Savannah McKibben with 15 digs and Nia Tuioti with 17 assists. Liliana Ramirez of Thurston cross-country shattered her personal best, and Ella Williams of Sheldon cross-country also achieved a new personal record.
