Aaden Crow Named KTBS Player of the Week
The C.E. Byrd linebacker earns honors for his performance on the field and in the classroom.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Football
KTBS has named C.E. Byrd outside linebacker Aaden Crow as its Player of the Week. Crow is also recognized alongside 14 other student athletes featured on a Scholar Athlete Watchlist.
Why it matters
This program highlights the dual commitment of local high school students to both their athletic performance and their academic achievements.
Aaden Crow maintains a 3.9 GPA while competing as an outside linebacker for the Yellow Jackets. KTBS also presented Griffin's Game Balls to 14 total student athletes as part of their recognition program.
The players
Aaden Crow
A high school student and outside linebacker for the C.E. Byrd Yellow Jackets who maintains a 3.9 GPA.
KTBS
A local television station that partners with community organizations to highlight high school student athletes.
McNaughton Chapter of the National Football Foundation
An organization that works with local media to honor the academic and athletic accomplishments of student athletes.
The details
KTBS partners with the McNaughton Chapter of the National Football Foundation to select student athletes for the Scholar Athlete Watchlist and award game balls. Crow intends to enroll at Louisiana Tech in the future to pursue studies in business.
Timeline
KTBS will announce the winner of the Griffin's Player of the Year award in the spring of 2027.
Season Trajectory
This recognition program tracks with the broader season of high school football as standout performers are identified for postseason accolades. The selection process highlights how local media influence the narrative surrounding athlete recruitment and regional award standings.
Aaden Crow currently holds a 3.9 GPA, which positions him as a high-academic candidate for potential collegiate recruitment at Louisiana Tech. The recognition by KTBS serves as a public validation of his standing among the 14 student athletes currently on the watch list.
The takeaway
Student athletes often balance intense training schedules with rigorous academic standards to prepare for university programs. Tracking these performers early in the season can offer insight into the next generation of collegiate talent.
What happens next
KTBS will select a Griffin's Player of the Year in the spring of 2027.
Further reading
Learn more about local high school sports news in the Shreveport Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTBS.
