Jacoby Bardsley has been a leader on the basketball floor, keeping the Lakers together and on the same page, according to Coach Ryan Martin. 

“Jacoby has been guarding other teams’ top guards, as well as contributing 13 points per game,” said Coach Martin, who nominated Jacoby as this week’s Player of the Week for “his relentless defense and leadership.”

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Jacoby is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.”

Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

Player of the Week

Athlete: Jacoby Bardsley

Town: Bridgton

Parents: Jenny Bardsley, Josh Bardsley 

Hobbies: Going to the gym and fishing

Favorite Athlete: Tom Brady because he’s the GOAT.

Q. What are three key elements to be successful in your sport? Hard work, consistency and being mentally tough.

Q. What is your goal(s) this season, and how do you reach them? My goal is that my team makes a deep playoff run, to do that we need to work hard every day, and love each other.

Q. What is the most difficult aspect of your sport? To show up and work as hard as you can every day.

Q. Finish this line, “It’s been a good sports day if….” We win.

Q. How has sports helped in your development as a person? Sports have made me a better person by motivating me to do well in school and have me the friends I have today.

Q. What lesson have you learned from a coach or teammate that you will long remember? Matthew Plummer Jr. told me hard work fails to beat talent when talent fails to work hard.