Published May 20, 2026 1:15 pm : Updated Jun 10, 2026 1:25 pm
Sam Alderman was nominated for his outstanding dedication and leadership as a senior at Sonora High School. A three-sport athlete all four years of high school, Alderman competes in football, basketball, and track and field. His mother, Regina Alderman shares her son demonstrates incredible commitment and work ethic.
On the football field, Alderman helped lead his team to two state championships and earned top honors as both the Trans-Valley League Offensive Lineman and the Trans-Valley League Defensive Lineman First Team. As a team captain, Alderman leads by example with toughness, discipline, and heart. His success across multiple sports and his leadership on and off the field will be put to use as he plans to attend UC Davis in the fall and join their football program as an offensive lineman.
This post was last modified on 06/10/2026 1:25 pm
Our title sponsor, The Candy Vault, and our supporting sponsors Elevate at Black Oak Casino Resort, the Pizza Factory of Twain Harte and Buster’s Ice Cream are providing the winners of these awards prizes to reward their effort and diligence.
You can hear the Candy Vault Student Athlete of the Week every Thursday morning at 6:50 AM and 7:50 AM with Alisha Rock on 93.5 FM KKBN and at 6:40 AM and 7:40 AM with Mark Grauer on Star 92.7. If your student is selected their parent or guardian can pick up the prizes at 42 S. Washington Street in Sonora.
You can nominate students by clicking to KZSQ.com or KKBN.com