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.
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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 (September 27th, 2024). 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!
Addie Falkowski, Junior, North Muskegon Volleyball
The Junior out of North Muskegon lit’ it up last week. In the Fremont Quad, Falkowski lead the Norseman to a 2-1 record, only losing to Lakes Division, Fremont. Throughout the day she recorded 9 aces, 18 kills, and 16 digs.
James Young, Senior, Muskegon Football
Young went on a tear for the Big Reds last week, leading them to a 47-28 win over Forest Hills Northern. He was 8-11 passing, with a 72.7% completion rate while also notching himself a trio of touchdowns. He was effective on the ground as well, where he rushed for 86 yards on 10 carries, averaging a 8.6 yards/carry rate.
Jonathan Pittman, Senior, Mona Shores Football
The senior was effective on the field Friday. Pittman was 7-9 on passing attempts, completing 77.7%. Rushing for the Sailors, he garnered 108 yards on 19 carries, with a rate of 5.8 yards/carry. The senior lead Mona Shores to a close win over Byron Center, 14-12.
Conner Raeth began his journey at CatchMark as an intern in October 2020, while studying Internet, Network, and Security Technologies at the Muskegon Career Tech Center. His dedication and expertise led him to a full-time role as a Help Desk Technician in mid-2022, post-graduation. Today, he excels as the Digital Content Lead for CatchMark’s SportsNet platform, leveraging his technical knowledge to drive its success.
