Junior Bo Walker has been selected as the eighth Farmers Insurance Player of the Week for the fall sports season. Walker was chosen by head coach Chad Phillips for his performance in last week’s game.
Bo Walker
Player of the Week
Tim Monihan and Farmers Insurance recognize junior Bo Walker as the eighth Player of the Week for the fall sports.
Walker’s 58-yard touchdown reception with two minutes remaining sent last Friday’s game into overtime. Walker had a total of four receptions for 87 yards and one touchdown.
“He had a 58-yard touchdown reception, had a great catch, and outran the LaGrange secondary to the endzone,” head coach Chad Phillips said. “Logan Inagawa threw a pretty pass, [Bo] caught it, and he scored. He also played very well on defense.”
The Panthers won 25-24 in overtime. After LaGrange scored on a 10-yard touchdown pass, Starr’s Mill responded with a 3-yard touchdown run by senior Greigh Joseph. Junior Andersen Cardoza punched it in for the two-point conversion and the win.
“I do my best to help out in any way I can, and just do my best,” Walker said. “It’s definitely a blessing, [and I am] just trying to work my hardest every day.”
Starr’s Mill utilized the passing game more in last week’s game. Sophomore quarterback Logan Inagawa completed 11 out of 17 passes for a total of 169 yards. He also had two interceptions and one touchdown in the game.
“[Bo has] a lot of game experience,” Phillips said. “[He’s a] very athletic kid, very knowledgeable, and really understands the game’s defense.”
Starr’s Mill Panthers hosts Troup County tonight at 7:30 p.m. Troup is coming off a 43-33 win over Whitewater. Starr’s Mill and Troup County are currently ranked in the top 5 in AAAA.