LANSING, Ill. (May 28, 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 May 20-25
Karrel Harvest, TF South boys track
The senior wrapped up his high-school career by taking seventh in the Class 3A shot put at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston with a throw of 57-11.75.
Female Athlete Spotlight for May 20-25
Mikayla Derks, Illiana Christian softball
The senior pitched both games for the Vikings at the Class 2A Andrean Sectional, a 5-0 semifinal win against the hosts and a 5-4, 10-inning loss to North Newton in the championship. Across 17 innings, she allowed 13 hits and five runs while striking out 14.
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Related
- Athlete spotlights of the week: TF South’s Karrel Harvest and Jordyn Clark (May 23, 2024)
- TFS Freshman Jordyn Clark fifth in the state for long jump – and local scores (May 22, 2024)