The Neuse News Athletes of the Week

By Junious Smith III

Zach Taylor, Greene Central, baseball

Taylor helped the Rams pick up three wins in four days during the Pitt County Classic. The junior went 2-3 with a home run, stolen base and 3 RBIs in a 5-3 victory over North Pitt April 20, then followed with two stolen bases in an 8-2 win against Roanoke Rapids on April 22 before throwing a complete game in a 5-2 victory over Pamlico County a day later.

Favorite food: Pepperoni pizza

Favorite musical artist: NBA Youngboy

One place he would like to travel to: Los Angeles

His favorite subject in school: Math, because he’s always felt comfortable with the subject

Kim Gurkins, Ayden-Grifton, softball

Gurkins provided a big spark for the Chargers, who won both of their games in the Greenville Conley Easter Tournament on April 20. The sophomore threw 13 innings that day as Ayden-Grifton won 11-0 over New Bern and 8-4 against Currituck County. Gurkins also hit the ball well, going a combined 5-8 at the plate with five RBIs over the two games.

Favorite food: Spaghetti

Favorite musical artist: Kane Brown

One place she would like to travel to: Florida

Her favorite subject in school: Math, because the teachers at the school have helped her get a better grasp on it