The Neuse News Athletes of the Week
Jekael Gay, Greene Central, basketball
Gay played a solid role as the Rams won three NCHSAA 2A playoff games last week. The senior’s best games came in the second and third round, where he scored 13 points each in wins over South Granville and Kill Devil Hills First Flight.
Favorite food: Sausage pizza
Favorite musical artist: NBA Youngboy
One place he would like to travel to: Paris
His favorite moment of his year: Having fun playing basketball at Greene Central, something he’s wanted to do since his freshman year
Alyssa Keatts, Greene Central, soccer
Keatts started the season with an offensive explosion for the Rams. The senior scored two goals in a 3-3 tie with Eastern Wayne on Feb. 27, then followed up with five the next day in a 7-1 victory over Farmville Central.
Favorite food: Cinnamon Life cereal
One place she would like to travel to: Europe
Her favorite moment of her year: Getting closer with her best friend Reyna Perez