ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Billy Parkin III, Neah Bay football

Billy Parkin III

Billy Parkin III

Billy Parkin III had the game of his life against Tacoma Baptist Friday as the Red Devils won 56-30 in the Quad-District playoffs. Parkin was a big part of the Red Devils returning to the 1B state playoffs after missing out last year.

Parkin is sure to still be sore as he ran the ball an astounding 43 times for 308 yards. He scored six touchdowns on runs of 5, 12, 49, 6, 26 and 4 yards.

On top of that, Parkin also had 12 tackles on defense.

Parkin and his Neah Bay teammates will be playing No. 1 seed Odessa in the state playoffs this weekend.

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