November Elite Athletes of the Month
Elite Stone Supply, in conjunction with WBHF and Bartow Sports Zone, presents the ELITE ATHLETES OF THE MONTH. Each month, local high schools are provided the opportunity to name an Elite Athlete of the Month from their varsity programs and present the information on their honoree through Bartow Sports Zone and on 100.3FM and AM1450, WBHF in Cartersville.
The November 2021 Elite Athlete of the Month representing Cartersville High School is Brylie Bohn.
A junior and the daughter of Casey and Angie Bohn, Brylie is a member of the Hurricanes’ varsity competition, varsity football, and varsity Game Day cheerleading squads.
This competition season, the Canes won a third consecutive region championship and placed fourth at the state championships.
“Brylie leads by example and always goes the extra mile,” said Cartersville coach Breanna Johnson. “She continuously displays a great attitude at practices and in the classroom,” continued coach Cissi Adams. “It is her strong work ethic that makes her such a great cheerleader, a strong student, and a wonderful future teacher,” the coaches continued. “She is a blessing to have on our cheerleading teams.”
A member of Future Georgia Educators, Bohn plans to attend a four-year university and pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education.
The Cass High School Elite Athlete of the Month for November 2021 is Jackson Hyde. A senior offensive lineman for the Colonels’ football team, Hyde received Honorable Mention All-Region 7-AAAAA recognition this past season despite battling through multiple injuries. The coaching staff noted that even during his injuries, Hyde made practice every day and further exhibited his leadership and hunger to improve ultimately leading to his return for the end of the season and the state playoffs. He is the son of Jackson and Shannon Hyde.
Stella Rood is the November 2021 Elite Athlete of the Month for Adairsville High School. Rood is a ninth grader, a main base on the Tigers’ competition cheerleading squad, and a member of the Adairsville tennis team.
“Stella is a phenomenal athlete and teammate,” noted head cheer coach Kaylie Noe. “She is always kind, hard-working, and gives her best. She keeps a positive and uplifting attitude even in the most frustrating of times. She’s a true joy to coach.” Currently a 4.0 GPA student in Honors and Advanced Placement courses, Rood plans to attend Kennesaw State University.
Woodland High School’s Elite Athlete of the Month for November 2021 is Emma Seagars. A junior and daughter of Amanda and Jake Segars, she is a member of the Lady Cats’ cross country team, track and field team, and swim team.
Segars earned a sixth place individual finish at the Region 7-AAAAA Cross Country Championships this season and had a strong top-30 performance at the 2021 State Championships. Segars set personal bests this season and improved greatly.
“Emma is a talented and hard working young lady,” said Woodland cross country coach Catherine Bollwerk. “She is a leader for her teams and community. She never gives up and earns every accomplishment through her dedication and drive. She is well deserving of this honor.”
Segars is a member of the Cross Country Leadership Committee, FCA Leadership, Bartow Leadership, WHS Athletic Leadership Committee, and a Bartow County High School Top 10 Elite Runner. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and is a Woodland Scholar Athlete. She had not made a college selection at this point, but plans to attend a four-year institution.
Editors Note: Photos and bios are supplied to Bartow Sports Zone and WBHF by the respective schools and their athletic departments. Elite Stone Supply Co., LLC is the monthly sponsor. Athletes receive a plaque along with recognition during a radio feature on WBHF.
