Crisp County’s Brody Stephens named VSU Scholar Athlete of the Week

Brody Stephens of Crisp County has been named VSU Scholar Athlete of the Week, an honor associated with Valdosta State University.

The recognition

The announcement identifies Stephens as the recipient of VSU’s weekly Scholar Athlete recognition. It connects a Crisp County athlete with an honor that recognizes student-athletes through the university.

WALB reported the announcement in its coverage of Stephens’ recognition.

Local connection

The honor gives Crisp County a connection to Valdosta State University’s Scholar Athlete program. Stephens’ selection is the central development: he has been named the recipient for the week identified by VSU.

What the announcement says

The recognition establishes Stephens as VSU’s Scholar Athlete of the Week. The announcement does not include additional details here about his sport, academic record, team or the criteria used to select him.

The university’s recognition is separate from any election or campaign activity. It is an athletics and academics item involving Stephens and VSU.