De'Myen Dixon Wins Milwaukee Athlete of the Week
The Reagan standout earned the top honor in a public poll following his defensive performance on the football field.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Track & Field
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De'Myen Dixon secured the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel high school athlete of the week title after receiving 1,208 votes in a public poll. He outpaced runner-up Kylie Matz, who recently claimed a state tennis championship.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights outstanding local high school athletic achievements during the fall sports season. Public participation in the weekly voting process provides a platform to acknowledge student-athlete contributions across various sports.
Dixon led the voting after a defensive performance featuring 13 total tackles and 5.5 sacks in a 14-0 win for Reagan. The poll concluded with a total of 2,345 votes cast from October 12-17, 2026.
The players
De'Myen Dixon
He is a high school football player for Reagan who recorded 13 total tackles and 5.5 sacks in a single game.
Kylie Matz
She is a tennis athlete who secured the WIAA Division 2 state championship title.
Sasha Quandt
She is a competitive tennis player who faced Kylie Matz in the state championship match.
The details
Dixon earned the recognition following his performance in the October 16, 2026, game against Hamilton/Audubon. Runner-up Kylie Matz finished behind Dixon after winning the WIAA Division 2 state tennis title on October 17 with a 6-1, 7-6 (5) victory over Sasha Quandt.
Timeline
October 12-17, 2026, was the duration of the athlete of the week public poll.
October 16, 2026, was the date of the Reagan football victory.
October 17, 2026, was the date Kylie Matz won the state tennis title.
Season Trajectory
This poll highlights the ongoing competitive balance across Milwaukee area high school sports as athletes transition through the WIAA state championship series. The outcome underscores the regional interest in acknowledging top individual efforts across both team and individual sport disciplines.
The poll results confirm the high level of engagement among local fans following the fall athletic schedule. Supporters can continue to participate in these weekly polls as regional tournament brackets continue to develop.
The takeaway
Student-athletes gain regional recognition through these community-driven polls as they compete in late-season events. Readers looking to support local talent can stay engaged with upcoming weekly nominations.
Further reading
For more on local high school sports, visit the Track & Field section.
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