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Red Bluff Today
By the People, for the People
Shasta Family YMCA Honors Top High School Athletes
Foothill and West Valley standouts recognized for excellence on the court and mat
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Shasta Family YMCA has named Caiden Cochran of Foothill High and Brookelynn Shaw of West Valley High as its Athletes of the Week for the period of February 16-22. Cochran, a senior basketball player, led his team to a dominant playoff win, while Shaw, a sophomore wrestler, continued her impressive season with a strong performance at the NSCIF Masters tournament.
Why it matters
Recognizing outstanding high school athletes not only celebrates their individual achievements, but also highlights the depth of talent and dedication within the local sports community. These awards help inspire other student-athletes to strive for excellence both on and off the field of play.
The details
Caiden Cochran, a senior guard for the Foothill Cougars basketball team, scored a game-high 20 points and added 3 rebounds, 3 assists, and 6 steals in a first-round playoff win over Red Bluff. Cochran is described as the "unsung hero" of the team by his coach, John Carter, for his consistent effort and impact on both ends of the court. Meanwhile, West Valley sophomore Brookelynn Shaw continued her standout wrestling season, earning a fourth-place finish at the NSCIF Masters tournament and taking second place in the Division II championships the previous week. In January, Shaw won the NorCal championships in the 102-pound weight class.
- Cochran led Foothill to a playoff win on February 20, 2026.
- Shaw earned a fourth-place finish at the NSCIF Masters tournament on February 21, 2026.
- Shaw took second place in the Division II championships the week before February 21, 2026.
The players
Caiden Cochran
A senior basketball player for the Foothill Cougars who is described as the "unsung hero" of the team by his coach, John Carter, for his consistent effort and impact on both ends of the court.
Brookelynn Shaw
A sophomore wrestler for the West Valley Eagles who earned a fourth-place finish at the NSCIF Masters tournament and took second place in the Division II championships the previous week. In January, she won the NorCal championships in the 102-pound weight class.
John Carter
The head coach of the Foothill Cougars basketball team.
What they’re saying
“Caiden Cochran is the Cougars' unsung hero. Whether he scores two points or 20, Cochran is always making an impact on the court with effort plays and hustle.”
— John Carter, Head Coach, Foothill Cougars (redding.com)
What’s next
The Foothill Cougars will face a rival team in the next round of the playoffs, setting up an anticipated rematch.
The takeaway
These awards highlight the depth of talent and dedication within the local high school sports community, inspiring other student-athletes to strive for excellence both on and off the field of play.
