Voting returns for Current-Argus Prep Softball Hero of the Week Poll

Each week during the high school sports season, the Current-Argus asks readers to vote for Prep Hero of the Week.

This week people can vote for their favorite softball player.

Voting ends at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday and winners are announced online Thursday at currentargus.com.

You can vote as often as you like and good luck to the participants.

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This week’s nominees:

Faith Rivera Carlsbad: Had two hits, drove in two runs and scored a run in the second game of a doubleheader against Hobbs last week.

Aubrey Hernandez Carlsbad pitcher: Was the winning pitcher of last week’s 16-14 win over Hobbs in the second game of the doubleheader.

Abbigail Nieto Loving outfielder-first base: Batted 1,000 last week in an 18-2 win over Jal. She scored two runs and drove in a run.

Braylee Hunt Loving pitcher-infielder: Batted 1,000 against Jal, had three hits and four runs batted in.

Madison Martinez Artesia pitcher: Pitched a no-hitter and a complete game in a 19-0 shutout in the opening game of a doubleheader last week against Portales. Struck out five in the win.

Kayden Apodaca Artesia pitcher: Gave up one hit and struck out 12 in a 12-0 win over Portales in the second game of a doubleheader last week.

VOTE NOW:

Mike Smith can be reached at 575-628-5546 or by email at MSmith@currentargus.com.

This article originally appeared on Carlsbad Current-Argus: Vote now for your favorite Prep Hero Softball Hero of the Week