High school football Week 9: Cast your vote for the Independent Mail Athlete of the Week

Anderson Independent Mail

It's that time again – time to pick the Independent Mail Athlete of the Week!

Each week during high school football season, we'll highlight one player from Anderson area teams whose game performance was notable the week before. Voting will be open Tuesday mornings through noon on Thursdays, and winners will be announced by 5 p.m. every Thursday.

Here are the nominees for this week – vote below!

Joe Owens, Wren

Wren senior Joe Owens(1) scores near Belton-Honea Path sophomore Rahzel Scott(31) during the first quarter at Wren High School in Piedmont Thursday, October 24, 2019.

In their 55-28 win over Belton-Honea Path, senior Joe Owens was dominant offensively. He totaled 356 total yards (292 passing, 64 rushing) and seven touchdowns (five passing, two rushing).

Amir Dendy, Pendleton

Pendleton sophomore Amir Dendy(21) runs near Belton-Honea Path senior Joseph Sloan IV(6) during the third quarter at Pendleton High School in Pendleton Friday, September 20, 2019.

In their 35-0 win over Liberty, sophomore Amir Dendy was extremely effective on the ground. He rushed 28 times for 141 yards and three touchdowns.

Tyson Lewis, Westside

Westside safety Tyson Lewis in pregame warm-ups before Anderson County Football Jamboree

In their 26-9 win over Greenwood, senior Tyson Lewis played a true iron-man game. He totaled 183 receiving yards and two touchdowns on offense, 63 yards returning on special teams and played every snap on defense.

John Baylor Altman, Palmetto

Palmetto High School quarterback John Baylor Altman throws a ball during practice in August.

Despite a 69-55 loss to Walhalla, junior John Baylor Altman had a very productive game on offense. He completed 26 of 45 passes for 551 yards and six touchdowns.

Thomas Williams, Powdersville

Powdersville freshman Thomas Williams had five touchdowns in his varsity debut.

In his first varsity game, freshman Thomas Williams had a very impressive debut. He had 13 carries for 195 yards and four touchdowns. In addition, he had one catch for 67 yards and a touchdown.

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Kennington Smith is the new high school sports reporter for the Independent-Mail. You can connect with Kennington on Twitter @SkinnyKenny_ or email him at kennington.smith@independentmail.com