Fort Mill’s AJ Washington is Rock Hill Herald’s Athlete of the Week for week ending Jan. 6

Fort Mill’s AJ Washington, a 6-foot-3 sophomore, is The Herald’s Athlete of the Week.

Washington led Fort Mill to an undefeated week averaging 19.5 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Myron Lowery
Washington led Fort Mill to an undefeated week averaging 19.5 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Myron Lowery

The 6-foot-3 sophomore scored 18 points, five rebounds and three assists in a 65-51 win at Marvin Ridge on Jan. 3. Washington also scored 21 points, had nine rebounds and five assists in a 63-45 victory over Lancaster, Jan. 5.

Washington is averaging 15 points and five rebounds for a Fort Mill team (10-6) that has won four straight games.

To vote for the Herald’s next Athlete of the Week, go to heraldonline.com. Winners will be announced next week.