Vote for Mississippi girls high school athlete of the week Aug. 26-31

There were several top performers across the state in girls high school sports, but only one can be voted athlete of the week for Aug. 26-31.

To nominate a future athlete of the week, email mchavez@gannett.com or message him on X, formerly Twitter @MikeSChavez .

Fans may vote in the poll below one time per hour per device. The poll closes at noon on Saturday.

To submit high school scores, statistics, records, leaders and other items at any time, email mchavez@gannett.com .

Nominations

Mary Carlton Descher, Ocean Springs: Descher produced 18 kills, 42 attacks, nine digs and two aces in Ocean Springs' 3-1 win over Gulfport.

Fallon Humphries, Madison-Ridgeland Academy: Humphries had 11 digs, nine kills, two aces and two blocks in MRA's 3-0 win over PCS.

Macie Phifer, Ingomar: Phifer recorded 27 kills, four aces and 62 attacks in two games won over South Pontotoc and Ripley.

Avery Pickering, Jackson Academy: Pickering scored two goals in Jackson Academy's 2-1 win over PCS.

Michael Chavez covers high school sports, among others, for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at mchavez@gannett.com or reach out to him on X, formerly Twitter @MikeSChavez .

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