KKBN 93.5 Athlete of the Week Sponsored by The Candy Vault!
Submit your nomination with the contest form here.
If your student is selected their parent or guardian can pick up the prize for $25 gift certificate to The Candy Vault at 42 S. Washington Street in Sonora.
Week 9 Student: Reghan Miller
Senior, Summerville Union High School
My student deserves KKBN’s High School Student of the Week because she’s a standout student at Summerville High School. Reghan has competed all four years in basketball, swim, and cheer, and two years of the new sport stunt, all while maintaining honor roll and taking duel enrollment college classes at Columbia College. She’s also active in FFA, raising a lamb and turkey for the Mother Lode Fair. Her dedication, hard work, and ability to balance athletics, academics, and community activities make her an inspiration to her peers and our entire community.
Nominated by her mom – Bobbie Miller
Week 8 Student: Ayden Riley
Sophomore, Sonora Union High School
My student deserves KKBN’s High School Student of the Week because… Ayden gives his all in every sport he participates in and carries that same dedication into the classroom. He consistently works hard to maintain his academics, showing responsibility and a strong commitment to doing his best. He arrives early to practice, puts in full effort, and demonstrates respectful behavior both on and off the field. Ayden is a great example to his teammates and peers through his positive attitude, work ethic, and sportsmanship. We are incredibly proud of the young man he is becoming and all that he continues to accomplish.
Nominated by his mom – Amanda Brazeal
Week 7 Student: Elizabeth Londono
Junior, Summerville Union High School
Elizabeth is a dedicated and hardworking student-athlete who truly embodies what it means to excel both on and off the field. She maintains an impressive 4.0 GPA while balancing a demanding schedule as a cheerleader, a member of the STUNT team, and a year-round competitive dancer and dance teacher at High Voltage Dance Academy.
Despite her busy schedule, Elizabeth always makes time for the people who matter most to her—her friends, family, and boyfriend. She leads with kindness, humility, and positivity, and is known for having a genuinely kind soul and a huge heart.
Elizabeth’s commitment, work ethic, and uplifting spirit make her not only an outstanding athlete, but also a role model to those around her. She represents what it means to pursue excellence with grace, dedication, and compassion.
Nominated by her Mom Marcy and Brother Anthony
Week 6 Student: Eli Ingalls
Senior, Sonora High School
My student deserves KKBN’s High School Student Athlete of the Week because… He is a great young man with the biggest heart in the world. He is always helping anyone in need of help. He loves basketball and football. For the last two years, he was the quarterback that helped bring home the state championship title to Sonora High School. Along with his teammates and friends, as they all play together as one. He is also an AG student that will be taking a Pig to the fair this year, which is a lot of work. He works after school every day and he’s always there for his family and friends.
Nominated by his Grandmother-Athena Gibson
Week 5 Student: Marcus Kelly
Sophomore, Bret Harte High School
Marcus deserves KKBN’s High School Student of the Week because he is a Varsity Football Player, Varsity Soccer player and Varsity Tennis player at his high school as well playing year around travel soccer. He keeps his grades above a 4.0 and keeps reaching for future goals. He is a hard working young man. We are so proud of him.
Nominated by Mom-Amanda Kelly
Week 4 Student: Sam Alderman
Senior, Sonora Union High School
Sam deserves Athlete of the Week for his outstanding dedication and leadership as a senior at Sonora High School. A three-sport athlete, Sam has competed in football, basketball, and track & field all four years, demonstrating incredible commitment and work ethic.
On the football field, he helped lead his team to two state championships and earned top honors as both the TVL Offensive Lineman and TVL Defensive Lineman 1st Team. As a team captain, Sam leads by example with toughness, discipline, and heart. His success across multiple sports and his leadership on and off the field make him a clear choice for Athlete of the Week. Sam will be attending UC Davis in the fall and joining their football program as an offensive lineman.
Nominated by His Mom-Regina Alderman
Week 3 Student: Janessa Hart
Junior, Summerville Union High School
My daughter Janessa deserves the KKBN’s student athlete of the week award because she excels in varsity volleyball and multiple track and field events all while maintaining a 4.4 GPA! She’s an amazing human, and I thank God every day that I get to be her Dad!
Nominated by Her Dad -Johnny Hart
Week 2 Student: James Ford
Junior, Summerville Union High School
James deserves to be athlete of the week because he not only gives his all in practice and at games. He is also chooses to always have good character. He is such a great example of being a good athlete and doing what’s right.
Nominated by Steven Thomazin
Week 1 Student: Abby-Lynn Ferea
Sophomore, Independent Study Program at Bret Harte
