Akron-Area High School Athletes of the Week Announced

Readers to vote on top performers from Feb. 2-8

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Akron Beacon Journal has announced the nominees for the Akron-Area High School Athlete of the Week awards covering the period of February 2-8. Readers will be able to vote to determine the winners, one girl and one boy.

Why it matters

These weekly awards highlight the top high school athletic achievements in the Akron area, recognizing the hard work and talent of local student-athletes. The community engagement through the voting process also helps build excitement and pride around high school sports.

The details

The Akron Beacon Journal has selected several standout performers from last week's high school sports action to be considered for the Akron-Area High School Athlete of the Week awards. Readers will be able to vote on the nominees, with the winners to be announced.

  • The voting period is open now and will close on Friday, February 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

The players

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What’s next

The winners of the Akron-Area High School Athlete of the Week awards will be announced on the Akron Beacon Journal website on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The takeaway

The Akron Beacon Journal's weekly high school athlete awards showcase the impressive talents of local student-athletes and engage the community through the voting process, fostering pride and excitement around high school sports in the Akron area.