A fan favorite is back. A few years ago, SISN ran the Southern Indiana Football Player of the Week vote, and it quickly became one of the most popular features on our site. We stepped away from high school sports coverage for a time to focus on family, but now we’re excited to bring back this tradition—starting with Week 3 of the 2025 season.

Each week, we’ll select standout players from winning teams only across the region. Stats are pulled directly from MaxPreps box scores. If stats are not entered there, we do not post them. We also do not have player photos, but if you have one, please send it our way and we’ll add it to the site.

And here’s the best part—fans may vote as many times as they’d like. Cast your vote and help your favorite player bring home the title of Southern Indiana Football Player of the Week.

Nominees for Week 3

Dylen Kendrick – Evansville Memorial

When someone says “take over a game,” Dylen Kendrick runs a clinic. Against Evansville Central, Kendrick ripped through the defense with 134 rushing yards and four touchdowns on just 15 carries. He even added a reception to round out his night. Kendrick didn’t just rack up stats—he steamrolled the Bears and propelled Memorial to a perfect 3–0 start.

Why he deserves your vote: Efficiency meets impact. Four TDs on limited carries? That’s domination.

Jett Goldsberry – Heritage Hills

Heritage Hills senior Jett Goldsberry was everywhere in the Patriots’ win over Princeton. He rushed for 98 yards on just two carries, including an 80-yard touchdown sprint, and threw for 71 yards and two more scores. Goldsberry added a PAT, three tackles, and a sack, stuffing the stat sheet with 169 total yards and four touchdowns.

Why he deserves your vote: Offense, defense, and special teams—Goldsberry made it happen in every phase.

Connor Combess – North Daviess

North Daviess junior Connor Combess showed exactly what a game-changer looks like in the Cougars’ 75–0 rout of Eastern Greene. On offense, he ripped off 71 rushing yards on five carries. On defense, he hauled in two interceptions for 90 return yards, nearly taking one back for six. He even added a kickoff return to his night.

Why he deserves your vote: Rarely does one player shine in every phase, but Combess made it look easy.

Brody Isza – Washington

Washington senior Brody Isza turned the spotlight his way in a dominant road win at Forest Park. He exploded for 183 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 15 carries, averaging over 12 yards per touch. He added eight tackles on defense, an interception return for 22 yards, and a 29-yard kickoff return.

Why he deserves your vote: Four touchdowns, nearly 200 rushing yards, and big defensive plays. Isza did it all.

Tyler Clark – North Knox

North Knox senior Tyler Clark was the definition of a do-it-all player in the Warriors’ tight 25–24 win over North Posey. He finished with 11 tackles and a fumble recovery on defense, handled four kickoffs for 159 yards, returned three kicks for 53 yards, and added 52 offensive yards.

Why he deserves your vote: Grit, hustle, and versatility—Clark made the plays that win close games.

J. Jackson-ray – South Decatur

South Decatur junior J. Jackson-ray powered the Cougars to a 35–6 win over Edinburgh. He rushed for 140 yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries, caught a 28-yard touchdown pass, returned a punt, and made four tackles on defense.

Why he deserves your vote: Triple-threat talent—rushing, receiving, and defending. Jackson-ray led South Decatur everywhere.

Garrett Boling – Scottsburg

Scottsburg senior Garrett Boling was everywhere in a 23–6 win over Salem. He caught a 34-yard touchdown, anchored the defense with a monster 20 tackles and a sack, forced a fumble, and even punted for 37 yards.

Why he deserves your vote: Touchdown, 20 tackles, a sack, and special teams work. Boling was all-around excellence.

C. Patterson – Jennings County

Jennings County sophomore C. Patterson ran wild against Eastern. He tallied 175 rushing yards on 18 carries and scored two touchdowns, including a highlight 52-yard run. He added a reception to finish with 185 total yards.

Why he deserves your vote: Explosive plays, two touchdowns, and nearly 200 yards from scrimmage. Patterson was unstoppable.

Dayson Kirby – Bedford North Lawrence

BNL quarterback Dayson Kirby lit up Jeffersonville’s secondary with 416 passing yards and three touchdowns. He also added a rushing score, finishing with 437 total yards and four touchdowns. Kirby was in total control as BNL rolled to a 48–27 win.

Why he deserves your vote: Over 400 yards passing and four total touchdowns—Kirby delivered a night to remember.

Cast Your Vote

It’s your turn to decide! Which of these stars deserves to be crowned the Southern Indiana Football Player of the Week for Week 3? Vote below—and remember, you can vote as many times as you’d like. Voting ends Thursday 9/11 at 6 PM.

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