By Naji Tobias

BIG CYPRESS — A chapter has officially closed for the Ahfachkee Warriors’ athletic program.

On April 24 at the Big Cypress Community Center, the Tribal school’s spring seasons of baseball and softball – and second full year of operation in athletics – reached its climax with a special awards ceremony for its athletes in the two sports.

To highlight the Ahfachkee Warriors’ spring action, the following honors were handed out at the awards ceremony:

Ahfachkee Lady Warriors softball awards

Biggest Smile at Plate – Trinity Williams; Player Most Hit by a Pitcher – Alyssa Osceola; Cheerleader of the Year – Nashoba Gonzalez; Most Dependable Player – Chelsey Alvarado; Rising Star Award – Dayra Koenes; Rising Star Award – Ryanne Pratt; Most Improved Player – Katie Bert; Defensive Player of the Year – Savannah Tiger; Offensive Player of the Year – Taylor Fulton; Most Valuable Player – Sabre Billie and Dannie Jae Tommie.

Ahfachkee Warriors baseball awards

Quote of the Year – Dalton Koenes: “Alright, baseball;” Rookie of the Year – Ethan Balentine; Most Improved Player – Quenton Cypress; Most Valuable Player – Stevie Billie.