22 Athletes Nominated for Player of the Week

Voting open for standout performances in Fall River sports

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Herald News has nominated 22 athletes from the Fall River, Massachusetts area for its Player of the Week award, covering performances in ice hockey, wrestling, swimming, and track from the week of February 9-15.

Why it matters

The Player of the Week award is a popular local sports tradition that recognizes exceptional individual achievements and helps build community pride around high school athletics in the Fall River region.

The details

The 22 nominated athletes come from various schools and sports teams in the Fall River area. Readers can vote for their choice of Player of the Week on the Herald News website.

  • The voting period is open from February 19 to February 26, 2026.
  • The performances being recognized occurred during the week of February 9-15, 2026.

The players

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What’s next

Voting for the Player of the Week will close on February 26, 2026, and the winner will be announced shortly after.

The takeaway

The Player of the Week award highlights the impressive athletic talent and community spirit found in the Fall River region, showcasing the hard work and dedication of local high school sports stars.