Welcome to the CatchMark SportsNet: Player of the Week, where we celebrate the unsung heroes and rising stars who light up the local sports scene! Each week, we put the spotlight on three extraordinary athletes who not only rack up impressive stats but also inspire their teammates and elevate their game.
At the end of this article, you’ll find a poll where you can cast your vote for the athlete you believe deserves the title of Player of the Week. The poll will be open for one week, starting today and ending on the following Friday (April 18th, 2025). Spread the word, share this article, and rally your friends and family to vote for their favorite athlete! Let’s make some noise and show our local sports stars the appreciation they deserve!
A huge shoutout to Harbor Light Credit Union for their incredible support of our athletes and programs! As a trusted financial partner in our community, Harbor Light Credit Union has always been committed to helping people reach their goals—whether it’s saving for the future or that new boat, check them out at harborlightcu.org. Again, thank you, Harbor Light Credit Union!
A huge shoutout to Shoreline Restoration and Construction for their incredible support of our athletes and programs! Whether they’re building homes, restoring properties after fires, their work helps keep our community strong—just like they do for our teams. Their commitment goes beyond construction; it’s about rebuilding lives and creating lasting foundations, both on and off the court. If you’re looking for expert craftsmanship and reliable service, check them out at shorelinerestorationmi.com. Again, thank you, Shoreline Restoration and Construction!
Huge shoutout to Park Place Sports for always having our backs! Their banner program is a game-changer, helping schools and athletic programs bring in much-needed funding for teams, equipment, and facilities. They’re all about supporting local sports and making sure our athletes have what they need to succeed. If your school or business wants to get in on the action and make a real impact, check them out on their Facebook page! Big thanks to Park Place Sports for keeping our programs going strong!
Ty Schlukebir, Senior, Hart Baseball
The Pirates’ ace and southpaw tossed a one-hitter against Fremont this past weekend. In his outing, he struck out 12 batters and sliced the Packer lineup, leading them to a 4-0 win. Schlukebir contributed offensively as well, notching four hits and driving in four runs. The senior had a phenomenal week and has a high upside for the rest of the season.
Jayna Burmeister, Freshman, Shelby Softball
The freshman phenom dominated on the court in the winter, and now she brings her talents to the diamond. Burmeister pitched a no-hitter against Mason County Eastern on Saturday. She recorded 12 strikeouts as well as knocking in three runs at the dish. Burmeister also hit a round tripper in the fifth inning of game two helping the Tigers take the sweep.
Jacob Burns, Senior, Fremont Boys Track
Burns has blazing speed for his senior season. On Friday, the Fremont track star ran an 11.64-second 100-meter dash and picked up first-place honors. On the season, Burns has also run a 7.37-second 60-meter dash and contributed in a 45.17-second 4×100 relay at the Rich Tompkins Packer Relays meet.
Myles Welch joined CatchMark in February 2024 as a CatchMark SportsNet Intern. He would like to become a sports broadcaster or analyst. He currently attends Whitehall High School and will graduate in 2025.
