Athletes of the Week: Jeremiah Phillips and Lindsey Ruddins

Jeremiah Phillips, S.B. High football

The senior made big plays on both sides of the scrimmage line in a 32-24 win over Ventura. He rushed for 111 yards on seven carries, including touchdown runs of 39 and 51 yards. As a defensive end, he recorded two sacks.

Lindsey Ruddins, UCSB volleyball

The junior outside hitter, an All-America honorable mention the last two years, was named MVP of the Miami-Ohio Invitational after leading the Gaucho women to the title. She had 27 kills in a five-set victory over the host RedHawks.