The Neuse News athletes of the week

By Junious Smith III

Quaheem Giggetts, Greene Central, track and field

Giggetts helped the Rams win their Eastern Carolina 2A track meet April 4 with several strong finishes. The senior ran anchor to help Greene Central win the 400-meter relay, and finished second in the 200-meter dash and long jump, along with third place in the 100-meter dash.

Favorite food: Hamburger pizza

Favorite musical artist: NBA Youngboy

One place he would like to travel to: Africa

Leading up to a meet, he: listens to music during his stretches to get prepared

Zy’kierah Andrews, Ayden-Grifton, track and field

Andrews had a strong ECC conference meet April 4, helping the Chargers win. The senior won the 200-meter dash and long jump competitions, and finished second in the high jump.

Favorite food: Shrimp

Favorite musical artist: Ella Mai

One place she would like to travel to: Hawaii

Leading up to a meet, she: says a prayer after doing her warmups