Tiger Athletes of the Week

The Akron Tiger teams are in the thick of the season.   Selected Tiger Athletes of the Week are Derren Brooks of the varsity boys basketball team and Madigan Regan of the varsity girls swim team.

Brooks, a sophomore, plays forward for the Tigers. In their only game last week Derren posted 13 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks.  Derren has also posted a single game high of 28 points in an overtime win during the Jack and Joyce Silvernail Annual Holiday Basketball Tournament at Akron High School.

 “Derren has really become a key member of our team success.  His size and skill are obvious, but his “team first” mentality and happiness for others success is obvious this season.  As he continues to develop his work ethic, the sky is the limit.  I’m so proud of Derren.” Commented Coach Justin Gerstung.

Sophomore Madigan Regan of the varsity girls swim team has also been named Athlete of the Week. Madigan had a fantastic meet at Newfane last week.  She swam 3 season best times in the 50 breast split, 100 breaststroke and 100 freestyle. Regan was there to win.  “Madigan has continued to put in hard work and effort and continually raises her expectations,” said Coach Nicole Johnson. “She is always asking what she can do to be better and faster.”

 “Madigan is a leader on the team and is always ready to get in the pool,” continued Coach Johnson.  “As her coach, I can always count on Madigan to dig deep to get a win and to encourage her teammates towards that win as well”!  Congratulations!”

For a schedule contests for all of the Tiger teams, go to www.akronschools.org/athletics and follow on X @AkronHSSports.