Latest Athlete of the Week nominees from 4 different schools

Public voting now open for top high school athletes in the region

Mar. 17, 2026 at 5:20am

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Athletes from Plainview, Muleshoe, Olton, and Floydada have been nominated for the latest Athlete of the Week contest. Readers can vote for the top male and female nominees, with the winners announced after voting closes on Thursday.

Why it matters

The Athlete of the Week contest highlights the impressive athletic talent across the region, showcasing standout performances in both team and individual sports. Public voting allows the community to recognize and celebrate the hard work and achievements of local high school athletes.

The details

The Herald accepts varsity athlete nominations through the weekend based on the previous week's activities. Nominees can be submitted by text, call, email, or through the Herald Hotline or Sports Hotline. Voting begins on Tuesdays at 12:01 AM and runs through noon on Thursdays, with the top male and female vote-getters declared the week's winners.

  • Nominations are accepted through Sunday evenings.
  • Voting begins at 12:01 AM on Tuesdays.
  • Voting closes at noon on Thursdays.

The players

Grayson McMillan

A player for the Plainview Bulldogs who had three RBIs, one run scored, one walk, and one stolen base in a game against Tascosa.

Giovanni Barrera

A runner for the Muleshoe Mules who took first place in the 3200-meter run and second place in the 800-meter run at the Shallowater Invitational.

Rigo Galvan

A player for the Olton Mustangs who went four-for-five with four RBIs and three runs scored in a game against Plains.

Alani Trevino

A player for the Plainview Lady Bulldogs who had two doubles, two RBIs, and two runs scored in a game against Coronado.

Marely Ronquillo

A runner for the Muleshoe Lady Mules who earned third place in the 100-meter hurdles and long jump, and first place in the 300-meter hurdles at the Shallowater Invitational.

Bella Perez

A player for the Floydada Lady Winds who had six RBIs and three runs in a game against Trinity Christian, and also had one walk.

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What’s next

The public can vote through noon on Thursdays when the athletes with the highest number of votes are declared the week's winners.

The takeaway

The Athlete of the Week contest showcases the diverse athletic talent across the region, allowing the community to recognize and celebrate the hard work and achievements of local high school athletes through public voting.