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MedWest to honor outstanding athletes

MedWest Health System will recognize outstanding athletes from Haywood, Graham, Jackson, Macon and Swain counties and the Cherokee Indian Reservation through the Game On! spot in local newspapers.

The Game On! spot will acknowledge individuals who have exemplified outstanding performance, winning attitudes and great sportsmanship.

Outstanding athletes will be recognized with photos and a summary of their accomplishments. This awards program is open to student athletes, senior citizens and sports enthusiasts.

Members of the community can sign up to receive text alerts about the player of the week. To signup for the text alerts, send an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Coaches, team members and community residents can nominate an outstanding athlete. Nominations for the Game On! recognition should send an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; along with a photo of the athlete, preferably in uniform or in action.

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