Minky Couture Week 32 high school star athletes of the week
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Sammy Dart, Spanish Fork (Jr.)
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The defending 5A state champion Dons raced out to a 5-0 record in the opening week of the season, and junior Sammy Dart was a big reason why.
In five games last week, he hit .583 with seven hits, four RBIs and a .722 on-base percentage. He also earned a win on the mound against Jordan, striking out three batters and not allowing a walk in five innings.
“Sammy gave our team a huge offensive boost this week. He consistently put together quality at-bats and found ways to get on base, setting the table for the hitters behind him,” said Spanish Fork coach Hadley Thorpe. “Defensively, he played an excellent first base, and he also made his first start on the mound, holding a strong Jordan lineup to just one run over five innings. Sammy led our team with seven hits and reached base six additional times with five walks and one hit by pitch.”
Dart played a key role in Spanish Fork’s unlikely run to a state title last year, and big things are expected of him again this season.
SoftballAspyn Hawes, Herriman (Jr.)
A 4.0 student and a .750 hitter, Aspyn Hawes is amazing on and off the diamond.
The Herriman junior had a great opening week of the 2026 season last week and she played a key role in leading the Mustangs a 6-0 record, which included five wins at the March Warm-up tournament in St. George.
She finished the week with a .750 batting average and a .722 on-base percentage to go along with her four home runs, four doubles and nine RBIs. She batted 1.000 in two of those six games.
“Aspyn’s defense is rock solid and she makes every play look effortless. She is a selfless, supportive teammate who leads by example,” said Herriman coach Heidi McKissick.
As a sophomore last year, Hawes split time at the plate and hit .250, but already she’s poised for a much bigger role in 2026.
Boys SoccerPJ Busk, Crimson Cliffs (Sr.)
Whether playing up top or along the backline at center back, Crimson Cliffs senior PJ Busk was a force for the Mustangs as they opened the season with three straight wins last week.
In wins over Lehi, Viewmont and Northridge, Busk tallied three combined goals and also helped his team earn shutouts over Lehi and Viewmont.
“PJ is an absolute beast. He dominated his matchups and created problems for the opposition all over the field this weekend,” said Crimson Cliffs coach Isaac Klingonsmith, whose team entered the season as the defending 4A state champs.
During that championship season a year ago, Busk recorded six goals and five assists and was voted a 4A all-state honorable mention.
Aspyn Hawes, Herriman softball | Provided by Herriman Sammy Dart, Spanish Fork baseball | Provided by Spanish Fork Catherine Cook, Brighton golf | Provided by Brighton Johnny Parker, Davis track & field | Provided by Davis JJ Faiivae, Bingham volleyball | Provided by Bingham Maddie Mckay, Weber lacrosse | PLUIM S. Isaac Roylance, Wasatch lacrosse | Provided by Wasatch Tanner Peterson, American Heritage tennis | Provided by American Heritage Skylee Guymon, Emery track & field | Provided by Emery PJ Busk, Crimson Cliffs soccer | Provided by Crimson Cliffs Boys VolleyballJJ Faiivae, Bingham (Jr.)
Defending 6A state champ Bingham opened its title defense with a strong opening week of the season. Led by junior JJ Faiivae, the Miners went 5-0, including four wins at the Maple Mountain Invitational.
So far this year, Faiivae has averaged 6.7 kills per set with a .633 hitting percentage in helping Bingham to wins over Park City, Wasatch and Maple Mountain, and then two wins over Orem.
An opposite hitter, Faiivae was a 6A first team all-stater last year with big expectations again this season.
Boys TrackJohnny Parker, Davis (Jr.)
Johnny Parker swept his two events in a strong start to the track season at the Snow Canyon Invitational last weekend.
Parker won the shot put with a put of 54’05.50 and then won the discus with a throw of 174.09.25. Both marks were already better than his performances at the 6A state meet a year ago.
“The kind of marks Johnny is putting up don’t just happen. What people see on meet day is a result of thousands of hours of work when nobody is watching. He’s an athlete that consistently shows up, puts in the effort, and keeps grinding even when things aren’t easy. This past weekend is just a glimpse into what he is capable of,” said Davis coach Duren Montgomery.
A year ago at that state meet as a sophomore, Parker finished fourth in the shot put and seventh in the discus.
This past fall during the football season, Parker was a key member of the Darts’ defensive line.
Girls TrackSkylee Guymon, Emery (Jr.)
Skylee Guymon was back in her element during the opening track meet of the season last week at the Snow Canyon Invitational.
The junior swept the 100 and 300 hurdle titles with strong performances just a couple weeks removed from wrapping up the girls basketball season. Guymon won the 110 hurdles with a time of 14.54 and the 300 hurdles with a 42.45.
“Skylee is one of the most dedicated and naturally gifted athletes I have had the opportunity to work with. She loves track and field. She is constantly looking for ways to improve and put in the work whether it is early morning weights, or an extra interval at the end of practice. Her natural ability makes her good, but it’s her work ethic and attitude that makes her elite,” said Emery coach Brett Guymon.
A year ago, Guymon won 3A titles in both hurdles events, including setting a new 3A state record in the 300 hurdles with a time of 42.69.
Boys LacrosseIsaac Roylance, Wasatch (Jr.)
A year later, Isaac Roylance is picking up right where he left off.
In wins over Orem and Cedar Valley last week, the junior combined for 12 points (eight goals, four assists), eight ground balls and four caused turnovers.
Coming off a year in which he led Wasatch in scoring last year with 55 points, he’s already showing that he’s poised for an even bigger year in 2026.
“Our first goal of 2026 was Isaac causing a turnover, picking up a ground ball, and then scoring behind the back and that is pretty representative of the way he has dominated in multiple ways during the first two games,” said Wasatch coach Kevin Wallace.
The Wasps have a difficult week ahead with games against 6A squads Mountain Ridge and Lone Peak.
Girls LacrosseMaddie Mckay, Weber (Jr.)
Weber opened the season with a 3-1 record last week, and junior Maddie Mckay found a way to impact the game in a variety of different ways.
The attacker combined for 11 goals and four assists, and then played a key role in defending with five caused turnovers and nine ground balls.
“She may be an attacker but she is one our strongest defenders,” said Weber coach Krista Call. “She’s a strong leader that never gives up and has a high lacrosse IQ, helping us run our offense. She is one of many players helping to turn our Weber program into a more competitive team.”
Mckay had her most productive game in the 18-3 win over Roy as she notched four goals and four assists for a career-high eight points.
Boys TennisTanner Peterson, American Heritage (Sr.)
A 3A quarterfinalist a year ago, Tanner Peterson has made huge strides over the past year and opened the 2026 season in a big way last weekend.
Playing in a tournament in St. George, Peterson won all five of his matches at No. 1 singles, including wins over players from Bingham, Crimson Cliffs, Skyridge and Desert Hills.
“This had a huge impact on the team, resulting in an overall second place finish among the eight teams in our division. He is also a great teammate and shows good sportsmanship in his matches,” said American Heritage coach Chris Beckstead.
A year ago Peterson qualified for the 3A tournament as the No. 5 seed and lost to the No. 4 seed from Rowland Hall in the quarterfinals.
Girls GolfCatherine Cook, Brighton (Sr.)
It didn’t take Catherine Cook long to card her first region win of the season.
In harsh rainy and windy conditions last week at Glendale Golf Course, the senior still carded a 68 to win the opening Region 6 match of the season.
“As miserable as it happened to be, Cate was able to stay focused and do a remarkable job,” said Brighton golf coach Ron Meyer.
Cook finished fourth at last year’s 5A state tournament, and heading into her senior year she’s playing the best golf of her career.
“The way Cate treats her coaches, teammates, and opponents with such genuine respect is a true testament to her character. Her work ethic and commitment to her game have made her an invaluable part of our golf team,” said Meyer.
“Cate Cook is a phenomenal academic student and a great leader who always finds time to help others, not only at her school, but also within her community. Whether on the golf course or the tennis court, she is the definition of a true scholar-athlete.”