The Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table announced its Girls and Boys Athlete of the Week honors for the latest round of CIF‑SS competition. The awards celebrate high‑school athletes who have excelled on the field and helped their teams secure crucial victories.
Girls Athlete of the Week – Piper Kittle (San Marcos Flag Football)
San Marcos sophomore Piper Kittle earned the Girls Athlete of the Week title after a stellar two‑game stretch that propelled the Royals into the CIF‑SS playoffs. Kittle recorded 23 catches and two touchdowns across the two wins over Ventura. In the second matchup, she hauled in 17 receptions, scored a touchdown, and even logged an interception in a 13‑12 nail‑biter that clinched the playoff berth.
Boys Athlete of the Week – Everett Rabb‑Preston (Santa Barbara Football)
Junior running back Everett Rabb‑Preston was recognized for his dominant showing in the Dons’ 37‑0 victory over Rio Mesa. Rabb‑Preston rushed for 137 yards and found the end zone on the ground, while also catching two touchdown passes, showcasing his versatility and play‑making ability.
Northern Santa Barbara County Athletic Round Table
In the Northern Santa Barbara County division, the Round Table also highlighted top performers. Leighton Casey of Santa Ynez earned Girls Athlete of the Week honors after returning a game‑winning pick‑six to defeat San Luis Obispo. On the boys side, Santa Ynez running back Kellon Gandolfo was named Athlete of the Week for rushing 134 yards and scoring three touchdowns in a 36‑32 win over Cabrillo.
These recognitions underscore the talent and dedication of student‑athletes across Santa Barbara County, and they serve as an inspiration to younger players throughout the region.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
