Kevin Finch, a senior running back at the University School of Jackson, has been named the NEWS/TALK 101.5 FM, WNWS.COM football ‘Player of the Week,’ presented by Mann’s Wrecker and AJD Metal Designs.com.
Kevin rushed for 276 yards on 27 carries and scored three touchdowns – 2 rushing and 1 receiving – in USJ’s 59-17 win over Jackson Christian.
The Bruins, ranked No. 2 in the NEWS/TALK 101.5 FM, WNWS.COM Baker’s Dozen area high school football coaches poll entertains Fayette Academy, Friday.
“Thank you for the award, and I’m happy me and my teammates got the win (last) Thursday against JCS,” Kevin said, “We had to make a few changes to our offense (at halftime), but we still stuck after it and did what we had to do to get the win. ”
We all play as a team and trust in one another.”
Coaches quote –
“We’re really proud Kevin is the ‘Player of the Week,'” said Michael Stroup, USJ’s head football coach, “Kevin is a great kid on and off the field.
“He excels not only on the field, but in the classroom as well.
“Our season is going well, we’re pretty much clicking on all cylinders.”
(PHOTO: USJ head football coach Michael Stroup with senior running back Kevin Finch)
