Each week during the school year, the Jackson Parish Hospital presents an outstanding student-athlete from Jonesboro-Hodge, Quitman, and Weston High School of the Jackson Parish School District with the Student/Athlete of the Week Award. Each recipient is chosen by a select group of faculty and staff from the representative institutions for their academic and athletic achievements and receives a special Jackson Parish Hospital Athlete of the Week t-shirt.

Earning accolades the week of May 17-23, 2026:

Victoria Leonard – Sophomore on the Jonesboro-Hodge High School Tiger Paw team
Bryce Tolar – 8th grader on the Weston High School baseball team
Briley Bowers – Sophomore on the Quitman High School softball team

Join the Jackson Parish Hospital and the Jackson Parish Journal in congratulating and applauding these student/athletes for their commitment, dedication, and achievements in the classroom, as well as their outstanding athletic endeavors!