October 10, 2025

Mandarin High School Setter Named Top Athlete

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Madison Cady, a senior setter for the Mandarin High School volleyball team, has been recognized as the Florida Times-Union Girls Athlete of the Week for her outstanding performances. Cady recorded 62 assists and 16 digs in recent matches, contributing to her team’s six-match winning streak. With a total of 247 assists and 98 digs this season, she also reached the milestone of surpassing 500 career assists. Her dedication and skill highlight the commitment of Northeast Florida athletes to excellence in sports.

Jacksonville, Florida – Madison Cady, a senior setter for the volleyball team at Mandarin High School, has been named the Florida Times-Union Girls Athlete of the Week for Northeast Florida high school sports for the week of Sept. 22-27, 2025. Her impressive performance during recent matches has earned her this prestigious recognition amongst other top athletes in the region.

Cady demonstrated remarkable skill in her recent contests against Christ’s Church and New Smyrna Beach, where she recorded a total of 62 assists and 16 digs. These contributions have played a significant role in the team’s ongoing success, as they are currently riding a six-match winning streak.

So far in the 2025 volleyball season, Cady has amassed a total of 247 assists and 98 digs. Earlier this season, she also reached a personal milestone by surpassing 500 career assists, showcasing her development and consistency as an athlete.

In addition to her accomplishments, Cady garnered the most votes in the Florida Times-Union’s Athlete of the Week selection, outperforming nominees from various sports, including Sahana Chokshi from Episcopal for golf and Eva Delaney from Creekside for cross country.

The Florida Times-Union is actively seeking nominations for the next week’s Athlete of the Week, which spans from Sept. 29 to Oct. 4, 2025. Coaches are encouraged to submit their players’ statistics and game performances via email to [email protected]. The deadline for submissions is set for 7 p.m. on Saturdays.

Voting for the upcoming Athlete of the Week will commence on Monday mornings and conclude at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. Participants are reminded that voting is limited to once per device per hour, and measures have been implemented to ensure the integrity of the voting process. In cases of suspected tampering, the Florida Times-Union reserves the right to either disqualify candidates or declare the voting results a “no contest.”

Cady’s recognition stands as a testament to the hard work and dedication exhibited by Northeast Florida athletes, reflecting their strong commitment to integrity in sports. The ongoing support and enthusiasm for high school sports in the area continue to foster an environment where young athletes can thrive and achieve notable feats.

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