ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Jay Richards

Randleman, track and field

Richards was the Piedmont Athletic Conference’s champion in the pole vault and he excelled in several postseason competitions.

He finished his high school career last month by placing fourth in the Class 2A state meet. That marked an improvement of two spots from his junior season.

Richards also played on the Randleman football team as a receiver and defensive back.

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Photo: Randleman pole vaulter Jay Richards had another strong season. (Jann Ortiz / For Randolph Record)

By Randolph Record