Four Mississippi High School Players Named Week 12 Student-Athlete of the Week Finalists
Voters can choose among two running backs and two quarterbacks from Jackson, Brookhaven, and Hazlehurst areas until Wednesday night.
By Ibrahim Howard ·
Voters in Mississippi high school football can select from four player nominations for Week 12 Student-Athlete of the Week. The candidates represent distinct playing styles across the state. The voting window closes on Wednesday at 11:45 p.m.
Cade Hunt of Tri-County Academy leads the group in total offensive production. He rushed for 200 yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries. Hunt also recorded 11 tackles during the Rebels' 26-3 victory over Brookhaven Academy.
Majure Chandler of Leake Academy posted a dual-threat performance. The quarterback passed for 207 yards and two touchdowns on 13-of-21 attempts. Chandler also ran for 220 yards and two scores on 34 carries in a 36-22 win over Columbia Academy.
Ethan Elliott of Hartfield Academy provided a balanced attack. He threw for 140 yards and one touchdown on 6-of-10 passing. Elliott rushed for 196 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries, helping the Hawks defeat MRA 31-12.
Kelly Brown of Hazlehurst completed 4-of-5 passes for 116 yards and two touchdowns. Brown added 31 rushing yards and a touchdown on three carries. The Indians beat Pisgah 31-21 in his performance.
Fans can cast their votes through the WLBT.com homepage or the accompanying poll. The station will announce the winner following the Wednesday deadline.
