Pick the LSJ boys high school athlete of week: Oct. 17-24

Here is a look at the individuals in the running to be voted the Lansing State Journal boys high school athlete of the week.

Voting is open until noon Wednesday, Oct. 28 to determine a winner, who will be featured in the LSJ.

Know of a worthy LSJ athlete of the week? Send nominations to bcalloway@lsj.com by Sunday evening each week.

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Owen Poppema, Bath cross country

The junior picked up a third CMAC jamboree victory on Oct. 21, winning the race with a time of 16:04.0. He has won seven races this fall.

Paxton Rodriguez, Laingsburg soccer

The junior helped the Wolfpack to their first district title in 18 seasons with their 1-0 win over league rival Lansing Christian. He scored the lone goal in the district final win.

Carson Simon, Portland football

Simon completed 13-of-15 passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns and added a rushing score while helping the Raiders complete a perfect regular season with a 28-24 win over Hudsonville Unity Christian.

Contact Brian Calloway at bcalloway@lsj.com. Follow him on X @brian_calloway.

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