With the OSAA spring sports season heating up and playoffs just around the corner, Salem-area girls athletes are leaving it all on the field—and track. From softball sluggers to track stars setting season-best marks, this week's nominees for Maps Credit Union Athlete of the Week represent the best of the best. Cast your vote now at statesmanjournal.com/sports before the poll closes Thursday at 9 a.m.

Here's a closer look at this week's standout performers:

Track & Field
- Curry (Delphian): This senior blazed to a 15.87-second victory in the 100-meter hurdles at the Amity Invitational on May 2, clocking the second-best Class 2A time this season.
- Griffin (West Salem): A sophomore to watch, Griffin cleared 5 feet, 3 inches in high jump for first place during a dual meet against McNary on May 6—good for the fourth-best 6A mark this spring.
- Hughes (Amity): The junior dominated the javelin with a throw of 136-7 at the Amity Invitational, the top Class 3A mark this season. She also won shot put at 37-4, ranking third in 3A.
- Nelson (Dallas): This sophomore sprinted to a 12.22-second 100-meter win at a tri-meet with Lebanon and Central on May 5, posting the fifth-best 5A time this season.

Softball
- Jones (Dallas): The junior pitcher was untouchable, striking out 14 batters and allowing just three hits in a full seven innings during the Dragons' 7-1 win over 6A Sandy on May 4.
- Tingle (Cascade): A sophomore with power, Tingle delivered two hits—including a home run—and a team-high four RBIs in the Cougars' 7-1 victory over Oregon West Conference rival Stayton on May 7.
- Wittnebel (McNary): This senior made quick work of South Salem on May 4, pitching two innings with four strikeouts in a three-inning 16-0 rout. She also added two hits and two RBIs at the plate.

Which athlete deserves the spotlight? Vote now and help celebrate their incredible season!