Gainesville-Area Athlete of the Week Voting Open

Fans can vote for top high school sports performances from March 23-29

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:24am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting various high school sports scenes, with players and equipment broken down into sharp, overlapping shapes and planes.The weekly Athlete of the Week poll celebrates the top high school sports performances in the Gainesville area.Gainesville Today

The Gainesville Sun has opened voting for its weekly Athlete of the Week poll, allowing readers to select the top high school sports performances from March 23-29. The nomination process has been updated this season, and fans are encouraged to click a link to learn how to submit candidates for consideration.

Why it matters

The Athlete of the Week poll is a popular feature that celebrates the achievements of local high school athletes and engages the community in recognizing their efforts. It provides an opportunity for students, families, and fans to show support for their favorite players.

The details

The Gainesville Sun's Athlete of the Week poll allows readers to vote for the top high school sports performances from the previous week. This week's poll covers the period of March 23-29. The nomination process has been updated, and fans are encouraged to click a link to learn how to submit candidates for consideration.

  • The Gainesville Sun's Athlete of the Week poll is a weekly feature.
  • This week's poll covers the period of March 23-29, 2026.

The players

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The takeaway

The Athlete of the Week poll is a great way for the community to celebrate the hard work and achievements of local high school athletes. Fans are encouraged to participate by voting for their favorite players.