Welcome to the Bay Area News Group boys Athlete of the Week poll, featuring standout performances from Jan. 29-Feb. 3. Votes are accepted until 5 p.m. Wednesday, and winners are announced each Friday online and in the print edition of the Mercury News and East Bay Times sports sections. Candidates can be nominated at [email protected] until 11 a.m. each Monday. Coaches' submitted stats are also considered.

By the Numbers
  • Geo Alber scored 23 points in Alhambra's 69-57 victory over Miramonte
  • Caleb Asante led the Longhorns with 23, 15, and 14 points in three league victories
  • Walker Blake contributed 2 goals and an assist in Bishop O’Dowd's 4-0 win over Castro Valley
  • Ethan Kitch scored 32 points and pulled down 10 rebounds in Gunn's 65-63 overtime victory against Palo Alto
  • Brandon Tran made 9 3-pointers and finished with 39 points as Yerba Buena turned back Overfelt 71-62
  • Dominic Walker finished with 30 points as Moreau Catholic defeated Washington-Fremont 97-79
  • Liam Hare finished first in the 192-pound division at the West Catholic Athletic League championships
Bottom Line

This poll provides a platform to recognize exceptional performances of high school athletes, encouraging community engagement and support for their achievements. It also fosters healthy competition and motivation for the athletes to excel in their respective sports.