The Poughkeepsie Journal has officially launched the voting process for the Girls Athlete of the Week covering the period from November 2 to 8. This week’s poll follows a dominant performance by Ketcham volleyball standout Julia Martin, who secured the previous title for Oct. 26-Nov. 1 with 54% of the total votes. As the new cycle begins, local high school athletes across the region are vying for the spotlight, with the winner to be determined by public vote before the announcement is published the following morning.
Julia Martin leads last week’s tally as new contenders emerge for the weekly honor.
To ensure fair and comprehensive coverage, the Journal relies on data gathered directly from coaches and athletic departments throughout the week. Coaches are urged to submit detailed game information and player statistics to Edecker@usatodayco.com before the weekend concludes. This submission process allows the editorial team to highlight standout performances, including recent regional successes like Harris’s game-winning goal in Arlington’s 1-0 victory over Elmira in the New York State Class AAA Regional Final.
The voting window for the November 2-8 cohort will close at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday night, ensuring a definitive result by the next morning. Fans and community members are encouraged to participate in the weekly poll to support their favorite local athletes. With the season progressing and key playoff matches on the horizon, such as Millbrook volleyball’s bid to recapture championship gold, the competition for this weekly honor remains intense and highly competitive.
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