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Sotomayor High's Averi Carter Named Scholar Athlete of the Week
Four-year varsity basketball player excels in academics and community service
Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:04am
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An energetic illustration captures the athletic prowess and academic excellence of Sotomayor High's standout scholar-athlete Averi Carter.San Antonio TodayAveri Carter, a senior at Sotomayor High School in San Antonio, Texas, has been named the KSAT 12 Sports and CHRISTUS Children's Scholar Athlete of the Week. Carter is a four-year member of the varsity basketball team, a two-year National Honor Society member, and has been a PTSA student liaison throughout high school. She maintains a 4.0 GPA, ranks in the top 18% of her class, and plans to study environmental engineering in college.
Why it matters
The Scholar Athlete of the Week award highlights exceptional high school students who excel both in athletics and academics, serving as inspirational role models for their peers and the broader community.
The details
Averi Carter has been a standout student-athlete at Sotomayor High School. She was named First-Team All-Academic four years in a row and Second-Team All-District twice for her performance on the varsity basketball team. Beyond sports, Carter is a two-year member of the National Honor Society and has been actively involved in community service through organizations like Oak Hills Church, Habitat for Humanity, Austin Parks Foundation, and the San Antonio Food Bank.
- Averi Carter has been a four-year member of the varsity basketball team at Sotomayor High School.
- She was named First-Team All-Academic four years in a row and Second-Team All-District twice.
- Carter has been a PTSA student liaison throughout her high school career.
The players
Averi Carter
A senior at Sotomayor High School in San Antonio, Texas, who has excelled as a four-year varsity basketball player, National Honor Society member, and community service volunteer while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and ranking in the top 18% of her class.
Sotomayor High School
A high school located in San Antonio, Texas, where Averi Carter has been a standout student-athlete.
What they’re saying
“Averi Carter is a shining example of what it means to be a true scholar-athlete. Her dedication to both her academics and her community service is truly inspiring.”
— Daniel Villanueva, KSAT 12 Sports Reporter
What’s next
Averi Carter plans to attend college and major in environmental engineering after graduating from Sotomayor High School.
The takeaway
Averi Carter's impressive achievements as a student-athlete at Sotomayor High School demonstrate the power of hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence both in the classroom and on the court. Her story serves as an inspiration for other young people to strive for academic and athletic success while also giving back to their communities.
