Athletes of the Week – April 20, 2026

The Citizen is proud to feature exceptional student-athletes from across our community each week. Whether they’re leading their teams to victory, showing strong character on and off the field, or making steady progress in their sport, these athletes represent the very best of local youth. We celebrate their hard work, dedication, and leadership in schools, leagues, and clubs throughout Fayette and Coweta counties.

This week, we’re proud to feature these athletes:

East Coweta High School

Lathan Gibby
Baseball

Lathan is a Senior outfielder and 3 time letterman for East Coweta. He demonstrates outstanding leadership qualities on and off the field and is having g a great season for the Indians.

McIntosh High School

Annaliese Black
Track & Field

“Annaliese Black earned Athlete of the Week honors for her consistent effort, leadership, and strong performance in both practice and competition. She demonstrated discipline and focus throughout the season, setting the tone for her teammates and competing at a high level. Annalise continues to represent our program with pride, accountability, and a commitment to improvement.” – Coach Daigler

Submit your Athlete for Athlete of the Week

As the school year winds down and submissions from school systems become less frequent, The Citizen invites recreational and competitive leagues throughout Fayette and Coweta counties to submit their athletes for Athlete of the Week consideration during the summer months. This is a great opportunity to recognize standout performances, leadership, and growth across all levels of competition. Coaches and program leaders are encouraged to send their submissions to [email protected] so we can continue highlighting the achievements of our local athletes year-round.