Craft And Cormier Earn Players Of The Week Honors
The two local high school football standouts were selected for their stellar performances during Week 5 of the season.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Football
Landyn Craft and Clint Cormier have been named the Legendary Players of the Week. The honor recognizes the athletes for their standout performances on the gridiron during the fifth week of the season.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the talent of local high school athletes as they navigate their respective seasons. These honors serve to celebrate individual efforts within the broader context of the regional football schedule.
The STM Cougars currently hold a 5-1 win-loss record as they progress through the season. The team is actively working toward a goal of a state championship title.
The players
Landyn Craft
He is a running back for the STM Cougars high school football team.
Clint Cormier
He is a safety for the Northside high school football team who previously played as a linebacker.
The details
Landyn Craft contributes as a running back for the STM Cougars, while Clint Cormier represents the Northside high school football team at safety. Cormier, who previously competed as a linebacker, was selected for the weekly honor following a community-wide vote.
Timeline
Week 5: Landyn Craft and Clint Cormier are named Players of the Week.
Season Trajectory
These individual accolades arrive as local programs attempt to secure favorable seeding for the postseason. This performance momentum is critical for squads like the STM Cougars as they push toward the state championship playoffs.
The STM Cougars maintain a 5-1 record, keeping them in strong contention for postseason positioning. Community members interested in upcoming matchups should note that the Northside team has a game scheduled in New Iberia.
The takeaway
Recognizing top athletes provides a snapshot of the competitive talent emerging in local high school sports. Tracking these weekly awards can offer fans a better understanding of which players are driving their teams toward playoff success.
Further reading
For more on the current season, visit the Lafayette Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Acadiananewsfirst.
