Louisiana State Games Athletes of the Year
Each year, the Discover Monroe-West Monroe team and Louisiana State Game Organizers selected an athlete as the Louisiana State Games Athlete of the Year. This award goes to an athlete that stood out to event staff by performance and sportsmanship.
You can nominate someone by filling out this form.
2024 Louisiana State Games Athlete of the Year
We're thrilled to announce this year's Louisiana State Games Athlete of the Year, Alayjha Matthews. A powerhouse on the softball field at East Ouachita Middle School, Alayjha has showcased her exceptional skills. Not only is she a star on the field, she's shining off the field. She recently won East Ouachita Middle School's 4-H Paws for Poetry Contest.
Key Stats:
Overall Batting Average: .333
110 Strikeouts as a pitcher
4 homeruns during her 7th and 8th grade seasons
