The votes are in, and Red Hook baseball's Dylan MacDonald has taken the crown for the Poughkeepsie Journal Boys Athlete of the Week for April 27-May 3, securing a commanding 54% of the total vote share. Now, it's time to turn the spotlight on the next wave of standout performers for the week of May 4-10.
This week's poll is officially open, and the competition is fierce. From the track to the diamond, these athletes have delivered jaw-dropping performances that deserve your recognition. Here's a quick rundown of the nominees:
On the baseball field, Drewnowski was a force at the plate, going 4-for-4 with a home run, four RBIs, and three runs scored to lead his team to a 21-1 victory over Rondout. Santana also made noise with five hits, four RBIs, and a run scored across the week. Cappillino was a hitting machine, tallying six hits, four RBIs, and seven runs scored. On the mound, Finnigan tossed a one-hit complete game, striking out eight batters without a single walk in a 6-0 shutout of Fox Lane. Correa was equally impressive, spinning six innings of three-hit ball while also driving in two runs in an 11-4 win over Red Hook.
In lacrosse, Palmer dominated with 13 goals over the week, including a seven-goal outburst in the Huskies' 19-3 win over Newburgh. Sacs anchored the defense with 16 saves in a 12-3 victory over Dobbs Ferry.
On the track, Doughty soared to victory in the javelin throw at the prestigious Glenn D. Loucks Games in White Plains, launching a 168-foot, 2-inch heave that turned heads.
Nominations are based on game information and stats submitted by coaches throughout the week. Coaches can send their players' achievements to Edecker@usatodayco.com before the end of the week for consideration in future polls. The winner will be announced the Monday after voting closes, with polls ending at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday night.
Cast your vote now and help decide who will wear the title of Boys Athlete of the Week. Whether it's a clutch hit, a dominant pitching performance, or a record-breaking throw, these athletes have earned your support. Who will join Dylan MacDonald in the winner's circle?