Baker Named Offensive Player Of The Week

Congratulations to junior quarterback Toby Baker, who was named the Commercial Appeal’s Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against Briarcrest.

In the Owls’ 45-14 victory, Baker accounted for four touchdowns as he led the team to victory.

Baker carried the ball 19 times for 146 yards, a career high for the junior, and he ran for two scores, including a 51-yard touchdown. He also had a fine evening passing as he went 19-24 for 237 yards and two touchdowns. And he continued to show why he is one of the best punters in the region as he had two punts that averaged 35 yards, but he showed his athleticism as he still got off a punt despite a high snap on his first kick.

With the victory over the Saints, the Owls earn a first-round bye in the Division II-AA playoffs. They will play the winner of the Pope John Paul II-Brentwood Academy contest next week at MUS.

To read the article in the Commercial Appeal, click here.