The Messenger’s Athletes of the Week (May 9-15)

Published 12:15 pm Friday, May 16, 2025

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Riley Bannin 

Zion Chapel High School 

Bannin was named 2A Softball State Tournament MVP after turning heads in the circle all week. She pitched a total of 22 innings and went 3-0 as a starter, striking out an eye-popping 26 batters, while holding a 1.591 ERA as ZCHS captured its first ever state championship. 

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Luke Barron

Pike Liberal Arts School 

Barron put together a strong performance in game two of the 2A State Championship against Vincent, pitching six and 1/3 innings and striking out five batters, while giving up five hits and two earned runs.