Top athletes from local high school track and baseball events are nominated for the Apple Dental Center Athlete of the Week. Calhoun Cason and Elaina Lucido excelled in distance events, while Veronica Garcia and Jay Lambert dominated the hurdles. Ryder Harrison had notable victories in pole vault and hurdles, and Jordan Garza excelled in baseball against state champion London. Nominations can be submitted until 5 p.m. Monday, with voting available at caller.com.

By the Numbers
  • Calhoun Cason: Gold in 1,600m and 3,200m at District 29-5A.
  • Jordan Garza: 2-for-3 with a home run and 2 RBIs in a win.
  • Elaina Lucido: Gold in 3,200m, 1,600m, and 800m at District 29-5A.
  • Veronica Garcia: Gold in 100m and 300m hurdles at District 29-3A.
  • Ryder Harrison: Wins in pole vault and 110m hurdles at District 29-5A.
Yes, But

While many athletes showcased remarkable performances, the competition level varies across districts, which could influence the depth of nominees and the voter turnout.

State of Play
  • Nominations close at 5 p.m. Monday, encouraging voter participation.
  • The voting process is accessible via email, Facebook, and X @CallerSports.
What's Next

Once voting concludes, the selected Athlete of the Week will be announced, highlighting the achievements of local high school athletes.

Bottom Line

This week showcases exceptional local talent, emphasizing community engagement through voting to celebrate high school athletics.