Maverick Peterson is the Big Cheese Athlete of the Week.

By Tracy McCue, Sumner Newscow — Wellington junior singles tennis player Maverick Peterson has been named the Big Cheese Athlete of the Week.

Peterson qualified for the Class 4A state tournament in Winfield this Friday and Saturday. He placed fifth in the Buhler Regional after going 3-1 for the day. He beat R. Knight of El Dorado 6-3, 4-6, 6-0 in the consolation finals to secure a 10th seed in the first round at state.

For his effort, Peterson is the recipient of a large, delicious Big Cheese Pizza at 324 N. Washington.