November 2024 Elite Athletes of the Month
Charles Wilson / BartowSportsZone.com
In conjunction with WBHF and Bartow Sports Zone, Elite Stone Supply presents the ELITE ATHLETES OF THE MONTH. Each month, local high schools 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.
Zoe McCurry is the November Elite Athlete of the Month, representing Cartersville High School.
A freshman member of the Lady Canes’ basketball and tennis teams, McCurry has already been an integral contributor this season from her point guard position.
“Zoe is a great student-athlete,” noted Cartersville coach Karisma Boykin. “She is an unselfish player and loves getting her teammates involved. She is a leader.”
The daughter of Tyler and Kathryn McCurry, she is on the All-A’s Honor Roll and has plans to play college basketball.
The Cass High School Elite Athlete of the Month for November is Comari Nettles.
Nettles is a senior and team captain for the Colonels’ basketball team, averaging more than 10 points, six rebounds, and three assists per game.
“Comari demonstrates true leadership through his impact on people off the court,” said Cass Athletic Director Nicky Moore. “He constantly encourages others, builds connections, and shares a positive word in the locker room and our hallways.”
“His work ethic and strong character have helped make him a great teammate and a leader in our program,” added Cass boys’ basketball coach Kevin Cunningham.
Comari, the son of Misti and Cody Nettles, is an active community member and maintains a 3.32 grade point average.
NaXyria Roberts is the November Elite Athlete of the Month, representing Adairsville High School.
A senior member of the Lady Tigers’ softball and basketball teams, she has excelled early in the season as a point guard.
“NaXyria is a prime example of a student-athlete,” noted Adairsville head coach Melissa Winters. “She leads the team with her actions and helps teach the younger players. NaXyria is dedicated to improving, committed, coachable, and a great teammate. She always helps with anything needed and works exceptionally hard on the court. High school athletics needs more young people like her.”
Roberts leads the Lady Tigers in scoring and steals at this point in the season. She has also been a spotlight player for both of the team's exposure events this year.
NaXyria, the daughter of Nameschicka Richards, has a 3.8 grade point average and plans to pursue a degree in nursing.
Zachary Wallace is the Woodland High School Elite Athlete of the Month for November.
A senior on the Wildcats’ wrestling team, Zachary competes in the 165-pound weight class and has a 7-1 record so far this season. He is unbeaten in team duals.
“Zach is an excellent athlete and leader in our wrestling room,” commented Woodland head coach Brett Shedd. “He has a bright future in the sport and life after high school.”
The son of William and Chrissy Wallace, Zach received multiple Student of the Month awards and the 2023 highest GPA Award.
He plans to continue his wrestling career in college while pursuing a degree in medicine.
Editors Note: The respective schools and athletic departments supply Bartow Sports Zone and WBHF with photos and bios. Elite Stone Supply Co., LLC is the monthly sponsor. Athletes receive a plaque and recognition during a radio feature on WBHF.
