Albany Herald Player of the Week candidates — Week 11
Staff Reports
Editors Note: Only three players were nominated for the People’s Choice Player of the Week.
COLLIER BAGGETT
Position: Quarterback
School/Year: Westwood, Sr.
Why he’s here: Baggett did his part in Westwood’s 37-12 loss to Brookwood Friday night. The senior finished with 115 yards rushing on 13 carries and scored a pair of touchdowns on runs of 10 and 41 yards. He also passed for 33 yards.
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JUSTIN HOPE
Position: Running back
School/Year: Worth County, Sr.
Why he’s here: Hope had his best game of the year to lead Worth County to a 35-28 victory over Thomas County Central. The senior rushed for 300 yards on 16 carries and scored three touchdowns.
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TYLER LOWE
Position: Quarterback
School/Year: Deerfield-Windsor, Sr.
Why he’s here: Lowe was a major catalyst in helping the Knights defeat Valwood 34-7 to win the GISA Region 3-AAA title. He finished with 148 yards rushing on four carries with a touchdown. He also completed two of three passes for 51 yards and registered two tackles on defense.
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