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Athlete spotlights of the week: TFN’s Jaylen Blakes, TFS’ Dakodia Kelly and Akayla Coopwood

LANSING, Ill. (January 27, 2024) – Each week, the Lansing Journal will spotlight notable performances by athletes in our coverage area. Coaches and athletic directors may submit nominations by noon Monday via email to: [email protected].

Male Athlete Spotlight for Jan. 14-20

Jaylen Blakes. (Photo provided by TF North)

Jaylen Blakes, TF North boys basketball
The junior had 25 points and seven rebounds in a 70-69 win over Phillips and contributed 20 points, five rebounds and five steals in a 66-37 victory against Bremen.

Female Athlete Spotlights for Jan. 14-20

Dakodia Kelly(left) and Akayla Coopwood. (Photo provided by TF South)

Dakodia Kelly and Akayla Coopwood, TF South girls wrestling
Kelly and Coopwood won South Suburban Conference titles at 105 and 140 pounds respectively.

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Mike Clark is a veteran journalist who has been covering sports in the Chicago area and beyond, from preps to pros, for more than four decades.