Elite Athletes of the Month for January 2019
Elite Stone Supply, in conjunction with WBHF and Bartow Sports Zone, presents the ELITE ATHLETES OF THE MONTH.
Each month, local high schools are provided opportunity to name an Elite Athlete of the Month from their varsity programs and present the information on their honoree through Bartow Sports Zone and on 100.3FM and AM1450, WBHF in Cartersville.
Recipients for January 2019:
Justice Hayes -- Cass HS Sierra Tanner -- Adairsville HS Micah Tart -- Cartersville HS
Dawson Wilkins -- Woodland HS Rayshawn Womack -- Excel Christian Academy
The Cass High School Elite Athlete of the Month is Justice Hayes. The son of Meliza and Darnell Hayes, Justice is a senior member of the Colonels’ basketball team and served as a team captain. Hayes averaged eight points, four rebounds, and two assists per game this season as the Colonels finished the year 13-13. “Justice demonstrates true leadership through his impact on teammates and people off the court as well,” said Cass head coach Sean Glaze. “He is constantly encouraging others, building connections, providing transportation, and sharing a positive word in the locker room and our hallways.” Hayes is an active member of Liberty Square Church and maintains a 3.26 GPA in the classroom. “His work ethic and strong character have helped to make him a great teammate and leader in our program,” Glaze concluded.
Sierra Tanner is the January Elite Athlete of the Month for Adairsville High School. A member of the Lady Tigers’ softball team, Tanner recently signed to continue her playing career at Thomas University. The Adairsville senior outfielder is the daughter of Greg and Brandy King. “Sierra has gotten better every year in the weight room by improving her work ethic and tempo,” said Adairsville coach Kurt Scoggins. “She is a vocal leader and leads by example as well.” “Sierra works hard for herself and her teammates to be the best,” added Adairsville softball coach Amanda Nelson. “Her softball skill set and mental game have grown so much in the past two years. This is a testament to her dedication and fierce competitive spirit.”
The Elite Athlete of the Month from Cartersville High School for the month of January is Micah Tart. Micah, the son of Braden Stanberry, is a junior guard on the Hurricanes basketball team. Tart was instrumental coming off the bench against LaGrange in the Region 5-AAAA tournament quarterfinal game. He brought energy to the team and help the Canes rally from a 16-point deficit. As a result, Cartersville will advance to an eighth straight state tournament appearance. “Micah did a great job coming off the bench and sparking our team this season,” said Cartersville boys head coach Mike Tobin. “He has helped us win several key contests during the year and was a big factor in our region quarterfinal game.”
Dawson Wilkins is the January Elite Athlete of the Month for Woodland High School.
A junior member of the Wildcats’ basketball team, Wilkins averaged more than 15 points per game and totaled 103 rebounds from his guard position. His collegiate plans are undecided at this time. Wilkins is the son of Kareen and Darrell Wilkins.
Excel Christian Academy’s January Elite Athlete of the Month representative is Rayshawn Womack. The Eagles’ junior basketball guard led the team this season in scoring and rebounding. He was also third in assists. “Rayshawn gave us great overall production,” said ECA boys basketball coach and athletic director Shannon Boatfield. “He’s a leader on the court as well and pushes his teammates. He is really developing himself into an all-around player that has the ability to play at the next level.” The son of Lita Loveless, Womack is on the A/B Honor Roll and plans to major in business administration in college. “Rayshawn has worked very hard academically and I’m so proud of how he has matured as a teammate, player, student, and leader. We will lean heavily on his abilities next year,” Boatfield concluded..
Editors Note: Photos and bios are supplied to Bartow Sports Zone and WBHF by the respective schools and their athletic departments. Elite Stone Supply Co., LLC is the monthly sponsor. Athletes receive a plaque along with recognition during a radio feature on WBHF.
