We’re in the throws of the fall sports season. That means our list of Marion County Athlete of the Week nominees is full of champions.

Vanguard’s long-distance swimmer Parker Stever adds to the family medal count with a gold-medal finish at state. Trinity Catholic swimmer Erika Opdyke joins him after breaking a school record that’s older than she is.

This year's Athlete of the Week system is a little different. The poll ends Friday at noon , and the winner will be announced shortly after on this page. The twist is the highlight video element displayed for nominees. If you'd like your highlight featured tag @OcalaPreps on X (formerly Twitter), Allen Pettigrew Jr. on Facebook or @allenpettigrew on TikTok.

Parker Stever, Swim, Vanguard

State champion in 500-yard freestyle, 3rd place in

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