Palm Beach County high school fans are invited to cast their votes for The Palm Beach Post’s Girls Athlete of the Week, covering the competitive window from October 12 to 17. The voting process highlights the region’s top female student-athletes, with polls remaining open until noon Friday. Last week’s honor went to Benjamin cross country sophomore Elle Travers, who dominated the Benjamin Invite by pacing the field with a time of 22:48.91 to secure first place.
Alexa Arenson’s district-clinching performance leads a strong field in Palm Beach County.
This week’s spotlight features standout performances across multiple sports, headlined by volleyball senior Alexa Arenson of Dwyer. Arenson delivered a decisive offensive display in the Panthers’ district championship match, leading her team to a 3-0 sweep of Seminole Ridge. Her efficiency was critical to the victory, as she recorded 17 kills while maintaining an impressive .586 kill percentage, showcasing both power and precision under pressure.
The Post encourages local teams and fans to ensure their favorite athletes are recognized in the weekly rankings. While staff selects nominees in the absence of submissions, the publication accepts nominations via email or phone to capture the best performances in the county. Interested parties should direct nominations to deputy sports editor Eric J. Wallace (ejwallace@usatodayco.com) or high school sports writer Alex Peterman (apeterman@usatodayco.com) to influence the final selection.
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