ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Sadie Upchurch

Uwharrie Charter Academy, volleyball

Upchurch provided boosts to Uwharrie Charter Academy as the new high school season began.

The senior libero helped the Eagles to a 4-2 record in the opening week of the season.

It began when she had 20 digs in a four-set road victory against South Rowan.

UCA later participated in a two-day invitational and recorded three more victories. Those came against McMichael, South Iredell and Bluffton (S.C.)

The Eagles will have their home opener next Wednesday vs. Richmond Senior.