PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Alee Hernandez, Elmore County senior
Alee Hernandez has been named the Elmore County Player of the Year after a successful season manning the Panthers’ defensive line. Helping the team to seven shutouts, she also pitched in on offense with four goals and two assists. She is a five-year starter and capped off her high school career as a two-year captain.
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