NewsHerald players of the week for Jan. 22
Jan 22, 2026
Mary Rose Herald
Lake Catholic>>Girls swimming
Sophomore
In the pool: At the NCC meet, won 200 free (2:08.70) and 100 fly (1:08.17), the latter of which she came in seeded fourth, and was fly leg on the winning 200 medley relay and third leg on the victorious 200 free relay as the Cougars won
the team title. She was the only NCC girls swimmer to secure four first-place finishes. It marks Lake Catholic’s fifth straight girls swimming conference championship, which ties for the longest league crown streak in any sport in school history.
Out of the pool: Willoughby resident says her favorite sports memory is winning the NCC with her teammates. Her hobbies include hanging out with friends. Favorite subject is math. Favorite food is buffalo chicken dip. Enjoys watching “Outer Banks” and listening to the music of Ella Langley.
Tony Katava
Mentor>>Boys basketball
Senior>>Forward
On the court: In a win over Medina, had 17 points, seven rebounds, two blocks and two steals. In a win over Rhodes, had 28 points, 19 rebounds, two blocks and three steals.
Off the court: “Big Tone” plans on studying business and playing basketball. Favorite food is gabagool. Enjoys playing gaga ball. His favorite sports memory is beating his dad one-on-one. His favorite show is “Dexter” and his favorite song is “Krusty Krab 2” by Yuno Miles.
Coco Cochran
NDCL>>Girls basketball
Sophomore>>Guard/Forward
On the court: In three wins, averaged 14 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks, including a 22-points, 16-rebound game vs. West Geauga at Rocket Arena.
Off the court: Willoughby Hills resident says her favorite subject is chemistry. Favorite food is chicken tacos. Favorite sports memories are winning MVP of the Danny Young Classic and playing in the summer league and team ice cream runs after victories.
Karson O’Leary
Cornerstone Christian>>Boys basketball
Sophomore>>Guard
On the court: In a win over Andrews Osborne, had 12 points on four 3-pointers, two assists and two rebounds. In a win over Lake Catholic, had 18 points, including four 3-pointers, four assists and two rebounds. Was moved to varsity after playing his first 11 games on JV.
Off the court: “Ham” is a Concord Township resident. Enjoys playing PlayStation, watching the Browns and playing basketball and soccer with his friends. Favorite sports memory is making to the state championship game last season. His favorite food is lemon pepper wings. His favorite athlete is Jordan Addison.
Annie Sullivan
Gilmour>>Girls basketball
Freshman>>Small forward
On the court: Had 17 points, 15 rebounds and five steals in a win over Cornerstone Christian and 27 points, nine rebounds, seven steals and three assists in a win over Hawken.
Off the court: Kirtland resident’s full name is Annalin, but she goes by Annie. Also plays volleyball. Her favorite pregame meals are spaghetti and meatballs and smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Attended Kirtland Middle School and won the CVC championship. Loves going to the state finals every year at UD Arena. “I dream of getting there in my next four years of high school basketball.” Her go-to song before every game is “Hall of Fame” by The Script. Has a chocolate business and has donated over $7,500 to Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Center. Her favorite time of year is March Madness and filling out her brackets. Favorite movie is “Hoosiers.” Is good at juggling.
Mason Panhorst
Lake Catholic>>Boys bowling
Sophomore
On the lanes: Averaged 229 through seven games and three matches, including making the all-tournament team at the Brush MLK tournament. Averages 215 on the season, which leads the Eastside High School Bowling League.
Off the lanes: Willowick resident also competes in golf, cross country and track and field. His favorite sports memories are track and field and cross country meets, bowling tournaments and golf practices. Favorite subjects are math and lunch. Faorite foods are steak and chicken fingers. Favorite show is “Uncle Grandpa.” Favorite team is the Browns.
Caleb Greenwood
Beachwood>>Boys wrestling
Senior>>165 pounds
On the mat: At the Perrysburg Invitational, won his weight class with a pin, tech fall and two decisions while not surrendering a single takedown. During the Bison Duals, had five first-period pins and was named most outstanding wrestler.
Off the mat: Plans on wrestling in college. His favorite sports memory is hanging out with friends on the BTS National Duals trips. Hobbies include playing video games and watching TV. Favorite subject is math. Favorite food is a sandwich. Enjoys watching “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World” and “The Rookie” and listening to rap.
Savannah Brent
Chagrin Falls>>Girls wrestling
Senior>.145
On the mat: She went 6-0 at the Orrville Lady Red Rider Invitational with all six wins coming by pin. She is 21-8 this year with 17 pins.
Off the mat: Will attend the Naval Academy but hasn’t decided on a sport. Her favorite sports memory is winning the Orville tournament while she and her teammate Natalie were both sick. Hobbies include skiing, reading, writing, running and hunting. Favorite subject is science, favorite food is chili, favorite movie is “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves,” and favorite show is “Modern Family.”
Varsity coaches from all sports can nominate athletes for Players of the Week until 8 p.m. every Monday. They can be emailed to [email protected]. We do not take nominations via social media or text message.
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