Congratulations to Timothy Claessens of Newark Charter cross country, the Delaware Online High School Sports Athlete of the Week for Week 1, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists.

Claessens finished second in the junior boys race at the Unionville Two Mile Bash in 9:40.7.

Claessens won an online vote over four other nominees. Voting is free each week Monday through Thursday with the winner announced each Friday.

Nominations can be submitted to high school sports reporter Brandon Holveck at bholveck@delawareonline.com.

Brandon Holveck reports on high school sports for The News Journal. Contact him at bholveck@delawareonline.com . Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.

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