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Zhyon Lamar Sterling – Age 11 Team: VAL 7v7 Defense wins games, and this week Zhyon Lamar Sterling proved exactly why. The 11-year-old linebacker delivered a dominant defensive performance for the VAL 7v7 team, earning him Defensive Player of the Week honors. Sterling showed incredible awareness and instincts in coverage, constantly putting himself in position to disrupt the passing game. His biggest play came when he stepped in front of a pass and secured a key interception, immediately shifting momentum for his team. But his impact didn’t stop there. Zhyon continued to lock down the middle of the field, finishing the game with two pass breakups, shutting down multiple passing attempts and forcing the offense to look elsewhere. Playing linebacker in 7v7 requires football IQ, quick reactions, and discipline in coverage, and Zhyon displayed all three. His ability to read the quarterback, attack the football, and defend the pass made him one of the most impactful players on the field. With one interception and two pass breakups, Zhyon Lamar Sterling anchored the defense and helped set the tone for the VAL 7v7 squad. Zhyon Lamar Sterling is your Valley Life 247Sports Defensive Player of the Week. 🏆 --- ## Offensive Player of the Week Tayden Team: VAL 7v7 On the offensive side of the ball, Tayden delivered a huge performance that earned him Offensive Player of the Week and Offensive MVP honors for the VAL 7v7 team. Tayden was a reliable playmaker all game long, finishing with four receptions while consistently creating separation and giving his quarterback a dependable target. His biggest moments came in the red zone, where he turned great routes into two touchdown catches, helping power the VAL offense and put points on the board when it mattered most. What made Tayden’s performance stand out was his hands, route running, and ability to make plays under pressure. Every time the ball came his way, he made the play count. With four catches and two touchdowns, Tayden proved to be a major offensive weapon and a key contributor to the VAL 7v7 attack. Tayden is your Valley Life 247Sports Offensive Player of the Week.