San Diego's Athletes of the Week include standouts in wrestling, soccer, and basketball. Alina Solis, Olivia Davis, Jaden Bales, Eduardo Contreras-Ortiz, Xiomara Gallego, Amyaha Walker, Patrick O'Brien, and Maddie Aure all showcased exceptional performances in their respective sports, qualifying for section Masters meets, leading their teams to victories, and demonstrating impressive individual skills.

By the Numbers
  • Alina Solis won the 125-pound Division 1 championship in wrestling with a 5-1 victory and led Olympian to a team title.
  • Olivia Davis won the Division II 140-pound weight class in wrestling and qualified for the section Masters with a medical forfeit.
  • Jaden Bales contributed 27 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals in a significant victory for St. Augustine in boys basketball.
  • Eduardo Contreras-Ortiz led Mission Hills to a 5-4 penalty kick victory in boys soccer and blanked the opposing team to force penalty kicks.
  • Xiomara Gallego rallied to capture the Division I section 115-pound weight class in wrestling, leading the Titans to a fourth-place finish.
  • Amyaha Walker's exceptional performance in girls basketball included 27 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a crucial overtime victory.
  • Patrick O'Brien scored 34 points in a victory for Cathedral Catholic boys basketball, and 26 points in a subsequent game.
  • Maddie Aure scored a hat trick in a 6-0 win for Mt. Carmel girls soccer, increasing her season scoring to 16 goals.
Bottom Line

The exceptional performances of these athletes across wrestling, soccer, and basketball showcase the impressive talent and dedication present in San Diego high school sports, positioning these individuals and their teams for continued success.