Latest Athlete of the Week nominees from 6 different schools

Athletes from Plainview, Muleshoe, Lockney, Tulia, Abernathy and Littlefield up for recognition

Mar. 24, 2026 at 5:20am

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The latest Athlete of the Week contest features nominees from six different high schools across the region, showcasing the wealth of athletic talent in the area. Varsity athletes from Plainview, Muleshoe, Lockney, Tulia, Abernathy, and Littlefield are up for the weekly recognition based on their performances in team and individual sports from the previous week.

Why it matters

The Athlete of the Week program highlights the hard work and achievements of local student-athletes, helping to build community pride and inspire others to pursue their athletic passions. With nominees spanning multiple schools and sports, this week's contest reflects the depth of talent across the region.

The details

The Plainview Herald accepts varsity athlete nominations each week based on activities from the previous week. Readers can then vote for their top three male and female nominees, with the athletes receiving the most votes declared the weekly winners. This week's nominees include standout performances in track and field, powerlifting, and other varsity sports.

  • Public voting starts now for the latest Athlete of the Week contest.
  • Nominees must be submitted by Sunday evenings.
  • Voting begins at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesdays and runs through noon on Thursdays.

The players

Daniel Alvarado

Lockney High School senior who placed fourth in the 400-meters, 13th in the 200-meters, and sixth in the long jump at the Lubbock Cooper Liberty Patriot Relays.

Giovanni Barrera

Muleshoe High School sophomore who won the 1,600-meters and placed second in the 800-meters at the Shallowater Invitational.

Micah Cortez

Abernathy High School powerlifter who won the 114-pound weight class at the Region 1 Division 4 Meet in Post.

Diana Briones

Tulia High School senior who placed third in the 800-meters and 1,600-meters at the Shallowater Invitational.

Lacy Bloskas

Abernathy High School senior who won the Discus and Shot Put events at the Littlefield Wildcat Relays.

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The takeaway

This week's Athlete of the Week nominees showcase the diverse athletic talent across the region, with standout performers representing six different high schools in a variety of sports. The public voting process allows the community to celebrate the hard work and achievements of these student-athletes.