Russellville Jr./Sr. High has started a new tradition this school year to recognize student-athletes who exhibit the overall essence of their team. These students are considered to be the “Heartbeat of the Team”.
Athletic Director Calvin Head says, “These students were chosen by their other teammates as being that one member of the team who encourages, supports and improves the overall dynamic of the team.”
Those chosen are as follows for the Winter and Spring Sports:
Winter Sports:
Archery- Brian Clinard
Swimming- Kate Bouldin
MS Cheer- Elly Myers
HS Cheer-Caitlyn Smith
MS Girls BB-DeShala LeBlanc
HS Girls BB- Davonya Bryant and Reagan Wilkerson
HS Boys BB- Tacorian Darden
MS Academic Team- Maleah Buckner
HS Academic Team- Sarah Williams
MS Boys BB- Elijah Kemp
Spring Sports:
Track-Sariana Allen
HS Baseball- Wes Stratton
MS Baseball- Jesus Zamarippa
HS Softball- Tara Gilbert
Girls Tennis- Fernanda Rodriguez
Boys Tennis- Will Oakley