Your vote determines the StarNews Athlete of the Week nominees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The StarNews Athlete of the Week voting is now open, featuring 20 nominees from Wilmington-area high school sports. These athletes have shown impressive performances during the week of September 28 to October 3. Fans can vote for their favorites until Friday, October 9 at noon. The voting coincides with high school football's Week 7, which saw significant wins for local teams, including Laney football's resurgence after a difficult start to the season.
- •Voting open until Friday, October 9 at noon.
- •20 nominees selected based on standout performances.
- •Local high school football showcased big scores in Week 7.
- •Laney football rebounded with a strong performance against Topsail.
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Here are 20 nominees for StarNews Athlete of the Week
"It's up to you to decide the next StarNews Athlete of the Week. With 20 nominees, who's your pick?
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