JR Sohaila Goshton Named FCB Athlete of the Week

Wetumpka junior Sohaila Goshton made the most of every opportunity in the Indians’ 29-20 win over Park Crossing, putting together a three-touchdown performance to earn Athlete of the Week honors.

Goshton was the driving force behind a Wetumpka rushing attack that piled up 326 yards. She carried the ball 13 times for a game-high 138 yards, averaging 10.6 yards per attempt and finding the end zone three times.

The performance added to what has already been a productive junior season for Goshton. Through nine games, she has rushed 80 times for 713 yards and eight touchdowns, averaging 8.9 yards per carry and 79.2 yards per game. She has also caught 11 passes for 185 yards and two touchdowns, giving her 898 yards from scrimmage and 10 offensive touchdowns on the season.

Against Park Crossing, Goshton consistently gave the Indians a big-play threat with the ball in her hands. Her longest run went for 27 yards as she helped Wetumpka finish with 420 yards of total offense.

Her impact extended beyond the offense.

Goshton returned two punts for 49 yards, averaging 24.5 yards per return with a long of 28. Defensively, she added three total flag pulls with two solo stops and one assist.

By the end of the game, Goshton had contributed as a runner, returner, and defender while accounting for three of Wetumpka’s four touchdowns.

With 138 rushing yards, three touchdowns, and contributions in all three phases, Goshton added another standout performance to an already impressive junior season.