News Summary
George Dovellos, a senior swimmer at Bolles, has been honored as the Florida Times-Union Boys Athlete of the Week due to his exceptional performance at the Florida Swims meet. He won the 100-yard butterfly with a time of 49.50 seconds and contributed significantly to his team’s victory in the 200 medley relay. Dovellos, who was a double individual state runner-up last season, is set to join Harvard University for collegiate swimming. Other nominees were also recognized for their accomplishments in various sports, showcasing the competitive talent in Northeast Florida high schools.
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George Dovellos, a senior swimmer at Bolles, has been recognized as the Florida Times-Union Boys Athlete of the Week for the week of Sept. 29-Oct. 4, 2025. Dovellos earned this honor after a remarkable performance at the Florida Swims meet held in Ocala, where he won the 100-yard butterfly, finishing with an impressive time of 49.50 seconds.
In addition to his individual triumph, Dovellos was a key member of the Bolles team, swimming a leg in the first-place 200 medley relay. His contributions were instrumental in securing the overall team title for Bolles at the meet. Dovellos’ outstanding performance continues a pattern of excellence; he was a double individual state runner-up in the previous season and has already made a commitment to join Harvard University for collegiate swimming in the upcoming fall.
Voting and Competitors
- Tacori Allen (Columbia football)
- Rishi Chopra (Nease cross country)
- T.J. Cole (Raines football)
- Ryan Houck (Fleming Island golf)
- Jack Kline (Cornerstone Classical cross country)
- Elijah Richards (Wolfson football)
- Jackson Swed (Paxon swimming)
Voting for the Florida Times-Union Boys High School Athlete of the Week for the week of Oct. 6-11, 2025 will open on Monday morning and conclude at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. Coaches are encouraged to submit statistics and nominations to [email protected] prior to the Saturday 7 p.m. deadline.
Votes are limited to once per device per hour, and the Times-Union maintains the authority to disqualify candidates for voting tampering.
Other Honorees
In addition to Dovellos, Gabriella Marim, a senior at Stanton, has been named the Florida Times-Union Girls Athlete of the Week. Marim showcased her talent by winning both the 200 individual medley and 100 breaststroke events, helping her team secure a victory over Mandarin. Marim is set to compete in the upcoming Gateway Conference championship swim meet scheduled for Oct. 13.
Several other female athletes were nominated for the title including:
- Samantha Gore (Ponte Vedra cross country)
- Kara Reed (Ridgeview volleyball)
- Gianna Vasto (Bolles diving)
- Sarah Beth Walters (Creekside golf)
- Abby Williams (Union County volleyball)
Voting for the Girls Athlete of the Week will follow the same timelines and submission requirements as the boys’ voting.
Conclusion
George Dovellos’ recognition as the Florida Times-Union Boys Athlete of the Week reflects his dedication and talent in competitive swimming. As he continues to prepare for his upcoming collegiate career at Harvard, he remains a standout athlete in the Northeast Florida high school sports community.
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Additional Resources
- Florida Times-Union Boys Athlete of the Week Poll
- Florida Times-Union Girls High School Athlete of the Week Poll
- Gabriella Marim: Northeast Florida Girls Athlete of the Week
- George Dovellos: Northeast Florida Boys Athlete of the Week
- Florida Times-Union Girls High School Athlete of the Week Poll – Sept 22
- Wikipedia: Swimming
- Google Search: Florida high school sports
- Google Scholar: High school athletics
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Sports
- Google News: Jacksonville high school sports
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