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A Rocky Ford Meloneer is named Athlete of the Week

Story By: Lee Douglas
Source: KOAA

35 day(s) ago

A multi-sport athlete from Rocky Ford high school is this week’s “Loaf ‘N Jug High School Athlete of the Week.”

16-year-old Belinda Viescas plays volleyball and basketball for the Meloneers and was a starter on the softball team that beat Wray and lost to Erie in the recent state tournament.

In the classroom, Belinda carries a 3.9 grade point average and is taking college classes while still in high school.

The winter sports season is just getting started so don't forget to nominate your favorite high school athlete. Then watch News First at 6pm and 10pm Tuesday night for the weekly announcement of the "Loaf ‘N Jug High School Athlete of the Week."

 
 
 
 

 

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