Morris student named MHSAA athlete of the week
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Nicolas Leflar and the Morris Mavericks are looking good as they head into the AA volleyball provincial championships. The Morris School student was named as a Manitoba High School Athletic Association athlete of the week Nov. 13.
Leflar is a co-captain of the host-Mavericks, which have been placed at the top of the AA MHSAA power rankings throughout most of the season.
“(Leflar) is a passionate, vocal leader,” a MHSAA news release reads.
“He holds himself and his teammates to a high standard in both games and practices. He has made outstanding contributions to the team as a middle blocker, a setter, and an outside hitter.”
Leflar isn’t just a volleyball standout. He also plays on the school’s basketball and badminton teams. He also has an academic average over 90%.
Morris has teamed up with St Jean to field teams this season. The Mavericks have earned their spot in the power rankings with tournament success, winning an Elton-hosted tournament with Leflar named an all-star.