Athletes of the Week - August 15-21
This week’s Dorman High School Female Athlete of the Week is Ella Novak. Ella helped lead the Lady Cavalier Volleyball team to a 5-1 weekend in the super strong Sunsphere Invitational in Knoxville, TN. Ella statistically contributed 5 aces, 56 good receptions in serve receive and 58 digs. “Ella was a key component of our defense and offense this past weekend. Defensively she compiled 58 digs at a percentage of 85%. That is pretty good versus the heavy hitters we played against. She also contributed 56 good receptions in serve receive with only 4 errors for a serve receive percentage of 93%. Her ability to deliver quality passes enabled us to run a more effective offense” says Head Coach Paula Kirkland. For being selected as the Female Athlete of the Week Ella will receive a framed certificate and t-shirt.
This week’s Dorman High School Male Athlete of the Week is Demarius Foster. Demarius led the Dorman Football team to a big 53-28 home win over Greenville High School in the opener to the 2022 campaign. Foster had 20 carries for 306 yards and 3 TDs. The 306 yards rushing is a new school record. “Demarius is very explosive and gives us a chance to hit a home run every time he touches it. I also very proud of the kind of young man he is and what he means to our program” says Head Coach Dustin Curtis. For being selected as the Male Athlete of the Week Demarius will receive a framed certificate and t-shirt.
Athletes of the Week - August 22 - 28
This week’s Dorman High School Male Athlete of the Week is Eli Mullins. Eli led the Dorman Boys Volleyball team to home wins over Hillcrest and Mauldin in the tri-match to start the year. Mullins combined for 25 assists, 13 digs and 9 aces in the two matches. “Eli has shown so much growth this season. After last season, he completely focused on his quality of play. He has earned a starting role as a setter. In our tri-match this past week, he had 25 assists, 13 digs, and 9 aces. We are excited for the rest of the season and his high school career” says Head Coach Drew Copeland. For being selected as the Male Athlete of the Week Eli will receive a framed certificate and t-shirt.
This week’s Dorman High School Female Athlete of the Week is Ty Austin. The Dorman Girls Swim Team kicked off the season with a splash, winning the Sumter Invitational against a strong 6 team field with a team score of 101. The Girls took the overall crown in the 6-team field with a total score of 101. AC Flora finished second with 79. Other schools participating were West Florence, Wilson, South Florence and Sumter. Ty Austin led the way for the Cavaliers as the leading point scorer, winning the 100 backstroke (1:07.97) and finishing 2nd in the 50 freestyle (27.01). She was also part of two winning Cavalier relays, the 200 Medley Relay and the 200 Freestyle Relay. Both of these relays achieved state consideration cuts and are currently ranked 9th in the state rankings. “Ty swam fast enough to achieve state consideration qualifying times in both of her individual events. Ty is a freshman and is quickly evolving into a true leader on the girl’s team. She loves to race and compete and displays a positive attitude at all times. With some dedicated time in the weight room and consistent and focused training, she will become one of the best to walk the halls at Dorman” says Head Coach Amy Bailey. For being selected as the Female Athlete of the Week Ty will receive a framed certificate and t-shirt.