Jordan High’s Kaycee McAlexander is News & Observer athlete of the week
Jordan High School’s Kaycee McAlexander is the News & Observer’s high school athlete of the week.
McAlexandeer, a sophomore pitcher on the softball team, tossed her first career no-hitter with 15 strikeouts to lead Jordan to a 24-1 win over Hillside March 22.
McAlexander also went 2-for-3 with a double and four RBI in the same game.
She also led Jordan to a 10-9 win over Athens Drive, striking out 12 batters on the mound, while going 1-for-4 with a double at the plate.
Want to nominate an athlete?: Athletes of the week highlights high school players with outstanding performances. The goal is to recognize all athletes in all sports, both the most accomplished and the underrated or underappreciated players. If you want to suggest someone to be included in the Athletes of the week column, send email to Jay Edwards at edwardsraleighnewsobserver@gmail.com.
This story was originally published March 29, 2021 at 12:09 AM.