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James Conner of Monona Grove has been selected as the Week 4 WSN Player of the Week following a statewide vote on WisSports.net. Conner somehow managed to deal with an extremely emotional week to put on an impressive performance in the Silver Eagles' 28-14 win over Stoughton. He was chosen from a strong group of nominees in Week 4. A total of 3642 votes were cast.

Conner has come up huge all season for the Silver Eagles and proven to be one of the state's most versatile players. From racking up 146 receiving yards in a tough Week 1 loss to Waunakee to knocking down the potential game-winning pass in the end zone in a narrow victory over Fort Atkinson in Week 3. But what he did and the circumstances he has dealt with in Friday's 28-14 win over Stoughton was perhaps the most impressive. Conner's mother had been in hospice care fighting cancer and was unable to attend the game. It was an emotional time for the whole team, but Conner did his best to find respite on the football field. After Stoughton took a 7-0 lead early on, Conner scored three second quarter touchdowns (2 rushing, 1 interception return) to change the game. He finished with 11 carries for 111 yards and 2 touchdowns on the ground.

It is with sadness that we report that Beverly Johnson Conner lost her battle with cancer on Saturday. Funeral services were held on Wednesday. Our thoughts are with James, the family, and the Monona Grove community during this difficult time.

Remember folks, the only way your favorite player can be named WSN Player of the Week is to vote and share the word. Look for the Week 5 nominees to be posted Monday afternoon.