It's time to cast your vote for the Upstate Ingles boys athlete of the week, honoring standout performances from high school athletes in the Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson areas for May 4-10. Multiple votes are allowed until the poll closes at noon on May 14. Last week's fan-voted winner was Daniel soccer player Marcos Moore.
This week's lineup features a thrilling mix of track and field excellence and championship heroics, headlined by a lacrosse star who delivered a state title in dramatic fashion. Here's a closer look at the nominees:
Jack Bailey, Byrnes: Bailey powered the baseball playoffs with two home runs in a 13-3 win over Ridge View, going 3-for-4 with three runs scored and four RBIs.
Carson Bolemon, Southside Christian: Bolemon dominated on the mound, striking out 10 batters and allowing just two hits over five innings in a 14-0 shutout of Pendleton.
Chris Colin, Spartanburg: Colin tossed a two-hit shutout with eight strikeouts and just two walks in a 2-0 victory over Boiling Springs.
Ethan Cooker, Mauldin: Cooker was nearly flawless, pitching a two-hit shutout with five strikeouts and no walks in a 7-0 win against Rock Hill.
Torrean Davis, Spartanburg: Davis shined at the Class 5A Division 1 Upper State track and field meet, winning championships in both the long jump and triple jump, while also finishing third in the 200-meter dash to qualify for the state meet in that event.
Jake Hart, Wren: Hart delivered a three-hit shutout with four strikeouts and three walks in a 9-0 win over Westside.
Brock Keller, Greer: Keller was a force at the plate, going 3-for-3 with a home run and five RBIs in a 10-0 victory against Emerald.
Jaiden Kocak, Dorman: Kocak etched his name in school history by scoring the game-winning goal in overtime to give Dorman its first lacrosse state championship, as the Cavaliers edged Wando 9-8 for the 5A Division 1 title.
Ryder Martin, Eastside: Martin contributed a goal and an assist in a 2-1 win over Nation Ford during the 5A Division 2 soccer playoffs.
Anson Reynolds, Eastside: Reynolds drove in seven runs on a home run and a double in a 14-7 win against Gaffney.
From track and field dominance to clutch performances on the diamond and the lacrosse field, this week's nominees showcase the depth of talent in Upstate high school sports. Don't miss your chance to vote for the athlete who impressed you most!