ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Elijah Woodle

Asheboro, football

Woodle, a senior receiver and defensive back, is bound to be a key part of the Blue Comets’ offense this year as one of the top returning playmakers. He made a pair of catches in the team’s season-opening victory at Albemarle.

Last year, he racked up 10 touchdown receptions to go with a team-high 780 receiving yards. He made a team-best 47 catches.

Woodle doesn’t limit his contributions to football for Asheboro. He also plays basketball and competes in track and field.

As a junior, he was an All-Mid-Piedmont Conference selection in all three sports.

Photo: Asheboro’s Elijah Woodle makes a move on the football field during last year’s game against visiting Ledford. (Randolph Record file photo)