Wednesday, January 13, 2010

AP releases all-state football team

The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AAAA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
OFFENSE

Quarterback — Drew Loughery, La Salle College, Sr., 6-1, 200.
Running Backs—Joe DeFebo, Wallenpaupack, Sr., 5-7, 185; Darrius Webb, Bethlehem Freedom, Sr., 5-8, 170; Andre Williams, Parkland, Sr., 5-11, 200.
Fullback—Travis Friend, Cumberland Valley, Sr., 6-2, 230.
Tight end—Tyler Beck, West Lawn Wilson, Sr., 6-3, 230.
Wide receivers—Dan Cason, East Stroudsburg South, Sr., 6-3, 180; Jarrod West, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-6, 195; Salath Williams, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-4, 185.
Offensive linemen—Dusty Galich, McDowell, Sr., 6-3, 260; Mike Laskowski, State College, Sr., 6-2, 245; Tom Ricketts, North Allegheny, Sr., 6-5, 260; Steve Szostak, La Salle College, Sr., 6-3, 265; Matt Williams, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-4, 275.
Kicker—Sean Fakete, Central Dauphin, Sr., 5-10, 155.
All-purpose—Corey Brown, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-1, 185; Bryan Dean, Neshaminy, Sr., 5-7, 165; Brendon Felder, Gateway Sr., 6-0, 170.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Kyle Baublitz, Central York, Sr., 6-5, 258; Richard Gray, Woodland Hills, Sr., 6-2, 240; Aaron Donald, Penn Hills, Sr., 6-2, 270.
Defensive linemen—Sharrif Floyd, George Washington, Sr., 6-3, 310; Khaynin Mosley-Smith, Woodland Hills, Sr., 6-1, 285.
Linebackers—Adam Lazenga, Bethel Park, Sr., 6-0, 230; Mike Hull, Canon-McMillan, Sr., 6-1, 220; Mike Huf, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-3, 235; Mike Labor, Saint Joseph’s Prep, Sr., 6-3, 215; Ryan Saraceni, La Salle College, Sr., 5-11, 205.
Defensive backs—Cullen Christian, Penn Hills, Sr., 6-1, 185; Jon Duckett, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 205; Trevor Harman, Cumberland Valley, Sr., 6-1, 180; Dom Mills, State College, Sr., 6-3, 235.
Punter—Cody Webster, Central Dauphin East, Sr., 6-4, 180.
All-purpose—Orne Bey, Gateway, Sr., 5-9, 175; Anthony Gonzalez, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-3, 193; Alex Kenney, State College, Sr., 6-0, 185.

SECOND TEAM
OFFENSE

Quarterback—Matt Johnson, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Jr., 6-2, 185.
Running backs—Jamal Abdur-Rahman, La Salle College, Jr., 5-10, 175; Drew Harris, Downingtown East, Soph., 6-2, 195; Dom Timbers, Woodland Hills, Sr., 5-9, 185.
Fullback—Darien Robinson, McKeesport, Sr., 6-0, 205.
Tight end—Ralph Reeves, Lansdale North Penn, Sr., 6-3, 230.
Wide receivers—Omar Black, Abraham Lincoln, Sr., 6-2, 200; Matt Bundy, Penncrest, Sr., 6-0, 165; Sam Feleccia, La Salle College, Sr., 6-3, 225.
Offensive linemen—Seth Betancourt, Saint Joseph’s Prep, Sr., 6-6, 295; Giles Campbell, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-1, 260; Joe Laukaitis, Upper St. Clair, Sr., 6-2, 270; Miles Dieffenbach, Fox Chapel, Sr., 6-5, 285; J.D. Dzurko, Lansdale North Penn, Sr., 6-2, 270.
Kicker—Tom Weathers, Penncrest, Jr., 6-4, 170.
All-purpose—Rob Kalkstein, Gateway, Sr., 5-10, 170; Colin Masterson, Ridley, Sr., 6-1, 170; Bret Gillespie, Downingtown West, Sr., 6-2, 195.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Steve Sinnott, La Salle College, Sr., 6-4, 230; Dante Holmes, Bethlehem Liberty, Soph., 6-3, 210.
Defensive linemen—Taj Alexander, Downingtown East, Sr., 6-6, 285; Taray Carey, Whitehall, Sr., 6-2, 200; Stefan Belle, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 260.
Linebackers—Robert Basile, Quakertown, Sr., 6-1, 215; Patrick Murphy, Easton, Sr., 6-0, 215; Kasey Gallagher, McDowell, Sr., 6-2, 225; Carlos Brown, McKeesport, Sr., 6-2, 235; Gabe Stein, Souderton, Sr., 5-10, 200.
Defensive backs—Corey Ford, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 5-11, 170; Jashaad Gaddy, Easton, Sr., 6-2, 200; Dayonne Nunley, Gateway, Sr., 5-8, 165; Marcus Simpson, Central Dauphin, Sr., 5-10, 165.
Punter—Keith Stambaugh, Spring Grove, Jr., 5-8, 150.
All-purpose—Jesse Della Valle, Shaler, Sr., 6-1, 175; Bre Ford, Bethel Park, Jr., 5-11, 190; Colby Way, State College, Sr., 6-3, 235.
Player of the year—Sharrif Floyd, George Washington.
Coach of the year—Drew Gordon, La Salle College.

The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AAA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Tyler Smith, Wilson Area, Sr., 6-5, 195.
Running backs—Ryan Brumfield, Owen J. Roberts, Jr., 5-10, 180; Mike Caputo, West Allegheny, Jr., 6-1, 190; Rushel Shell, Hopewell, Soph., 6-0, 210.
Fullback—Joe Gruber, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 210.
Tight end—Cody Plesnar, Dallas, Sr., 6-1, 210.
Wide receivers—Jim Giasante, Thomas Jefferson, Sr., 6-2, 200; Ryan Keiser, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-2, 185; Kowan Scott, Wilson Area, Jr., 6-4, 170.
Offensive linemen— Sal Conaboy, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-5, 255; Brad McKeone, Pottsville, Jr., 6-4, 305; Sean Hickey, Franklin Regional, Sr., 6-6, 290; Alex Davis, Strong Vincent, Sr., 6-3, 275; Jon Trego, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-0, 230.
Kicker—Taylor Groff, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 165.
All-purpose—Ben Dupree, Susquehanna Township, Sr., 5-9, 185; Jon Monteiro, Daniel Boone, Sr., 6-2, 200; Jerry Rahill, Archbishop Wood, Sr., 6-1, 185.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Roy Dennis, Berwick, Jr., 6-2, 220; Dakota Royer, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-3, 220.
Defensive linemen—Spencer Myers, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-3, 230; Evan Craig, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-1, 285; Mitchell Stead, Daniel Boone, Sr., 6-3, 225.
Linebackers—Jordan Paskorz, Hampton, Sr., 6-4, 230; Arron Achey, Elco, Sr., 6-2, 210; Sean Sadosky, St. Marys, Sr., 6-1 210; Preston Hamlette, Pottsgrove, Sr., 5-10, 210; John Snyder, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Terrell Chestnut, Pottsgrove, Jr., 5-11, 175; Braedon Pennington, Punxsutawney, Sr., 5-11, 185; Matt Hundenski, Hopewell, Sr., 5-10, 185; Scott Adkins, Archbishop Wood, Sr., 5-8, 170.
Punter—Matt Kirkpatrick, Upper Perkiomen, Sr., 6-1, 180.
All-purpose—Casey Ebersole, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 165; Shyquawn Pulliam, Cathedral Prep, Sr., 5-10, 175.

SECOND TEAM
Offense

Quarterback—Brendan Nosovitch, Allentown Cent. Cath., Soph., 6-2, 185.
Running backs—Matt Craig, Springfield-Delco, Jr., 5-10, 180; Kevin Kelley, Conestoga Valley, Sr., 5-7, 150; Justin Wiley, Cathedral Prep, Jr., 5-11, 173.
Fullback—Ethan Hornberger, Kennard-Dale, Sr., 6-2, 240.
Tight end—Kyle Shuck, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-1, 220.
Wide receivers—Trey Campman, Clearfield, Sr., 6-2, 171; Dan Gay, West York, Sr., 6-2, 200; Ben Simmen, West Allegheny, Sr., 6-3, 175.
Offensive linemen—Zack McMenamin, Interboro, Jr., 5-10, 205; Arthur Doakes, Lebanon, Sr., 6-6, 360; Tim Johnson, West Allegheny, Sr., 6-0, 270; Rob LaPorte, Manheim Central, Jr., 6-4, 310; Matt Lippincott, Wilson Area, Sr., 6-3, 280.
Kicker—Chris Rodrigues, Wilson Area, Sr., 5-10, 150.
All-purpose—Rondell White, Bayard Rustin, Sr., 5-10, 180; D.J. Robinson, Conrad Weiser, Jr., 5-7, 160; Cory Briggs, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-3, 200.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Dave McFadden, Allentown Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-6, 210; Dom Gianoni, Cathedral Prep, Sr., 6-3, 210; Morgan Craig, Abington Heights, Jr., 6-4, 230.
Defensive linemen—Alex Zupanovich, West Allegheny, Sr., 5-11, 255; Kayvon Greene, Pottsgrove, Jr., 6-2, 210; Darion Bundy, West York, Sr., 6-1, 185; Robert Terrell, Susquehanna Township, 6-0, 230.
Linebackers—Luke Rhodes, Hollidaysburg, Jr., 6-2, 225; Ron Skinner, Uniontown, Jr., 5-10, 175; Seth Lauver, Selinsgrove, Jr., 6-2, 245.
Defensive backs—Ray Mosby, Wilson Area, Sr., 5-7, 170; James Fruehan, Abington Heights, Jr., 5-9, 165; Dylan Anderson, Southern Lehigh, Sr., 6-1, 170; Ed Hasis, Thomas Jefferson, Sr., 6-1, 180.
Punter—Cody Nuzzo, Bradford, Sr., 5-8, 175.
All-purpose—Manasseh Garner, Brashear, Sr., 6-3, 210; Lonnie Richardson, Strath Haven, Sr., 5-11, 185.
Class AAA player of the year—Ben Dupree, Susquehanna Township.
Class AAA coach of the year—Dave Hess, Selinsgrove.

The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense

Quarterback—Kyle Smith, Lancaster Catholic, Sr., 6-4, 210.
Running backs—Michael Perry, Dunmore, Sr., 5-10, 205; Cody Cook, Beaver Falls, Sr., 5-10, 170; David Miller, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Sr., 5-10, 215.
Fullback—Dusty Reed, Delone Catholic, Sr., 5-10, 185.
Tight end—Bryce Pardoe, Hughesville, Sr., 6-2, 210.
Wide receivers—Andrew Carswell, Sto-Rox, Sr., 6-5, 210; Matt Koontz, Littlestown, Sr., 6-3, 205; Jake Dunn, Panther Valley, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Offensive linemen—Jake Zuzek, West Catholic, Sr., 6-2, 295; Sean Christofferson, Wilmington, Sr., 6-3, 245; Aaron Lamphere, Towanda, Sr., 6-2, 220; Steve McIlhinny, South Fayette, Sr., 6-1, 230; Brandon Bunting, Mount Pleasant, Sr., 6-2, 260.
Kicker—Drake Greer, Bishop Canevin, Sr., 6-4, 190.
All-purpose—Tyler Purvis, Lancaster Catholic, Sr., 6-3, 190; Trent Hurley, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-4, 215; Christian Brumbaugh, South Fayette, Jr., 6-3, 195.
Defense
Defensive ends—Bryan Thomas, Washington, Sr., 6-4, 230; Trevor Demko, Mount Carmel, Sr., 6-6, 225; John Ruppert, West Catholic, Sr., 5-10, 295.
Defensive linemen—Jeff Goyette, Camp Hill Trinity, Sr., 6-0, 200; Pat Mahoney, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Jr., 6-0, 210; Stanley Pugh, Aliquippa, Sr., 6-2, 260.
Linebackers—Trevor Chesla, Towanda, Sr., 6-3, 218; Derrick Burns, Wilmington, Sr., 5-11, 205; Wyatt Benson, Haverford School, Sr., 6-4, 220; R.J. Malson, Greenville, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Tomas Cabrera, Hanover Area, Sr., 6-2, 180; Morgan Holmes, Dunmore, Jr., 5-10, 170; Louis Brown, Sharon, Sr., 6-0, 180; Drew Siegfried, Wyncote Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 185.
Punter—Andrew Cerett, Huntingdon, Sr., 6-5, 255.
All-purpose—Ryan Richards, Panther Valley, Sr., 5-11, 220; Jacob Boy, Moniteau, Sr., 6-4, 200; Admire Carter, Beaver Falls, Sr., 5-8, 185.

SECOND TEAM
Offense

Quarterback—Derek Buganza, Brockway, Jr., 5-9, 175.
Running backs—Brandon Holloman, West Catholic, Jr., 5-10, 165; Marquis White, Benjamin Franklin, Sr., 5-10, 165; Cody Remaley, Northern Lehigh, Jr., 5-9, 175.
Fullback—Ed Pavalko, North Schuylkill, Jr., 6-0, 219.
Tight end—Shane Cafferty, Martinsburg Central, Sr., 6-3, 224.
Wide receivers—Mike Vervoot, Brockway, Jr., 5-7, 170; Anthony Bumbulsky, Tamaqua, Sr., 6-5, 175; Graeme Zaparzynski, Blossburg North Penn, Sr., 6-1, 180.
Offensive linemen—Chris Elkins, Beaver Falls, Sr., 6-3, 240; Christian Fruendeberger, Northern Lehigh, Sr., 6-0, 220; Kevin Kulka, General McLane, Sr., 6-1, 210; Bernie Sarra, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Jr., 6-1, 315; Chet Ritter, Hughesville, Sr., 6-2, 290.
Kicker—Dakota Roof, Towanda, Sr., 5-11, 175.
All-purpose—Paul Jones, Sto-Rox, Sr., 6-3, 225; Jordan Stewart, Lancaster Catholic, Jr., 6-1, 195; Stephen Stopper, Loyalsock Township, Sr., 6-0, 205.
Defense
Defensive ends—Jake Wagner, Karns City, Sr., 6-0, 205; Wes Smith, Delone Catholic, Sr., 5-9, 175.
Defensive linemen—Shane Morris, Central Cambria, Jr., 6-3, 250; Ahmad Abuomar, Mount Carmel, Sr., 6-3, 235; Jared Templeton, Tyrone, Jr., 6-4, 270.
Linebackers—Jordan Kerner, Fairview, Jr., 6-6, 230; Matt Brinser, Middletown, Jr., 6-1, 215; Lukas Turley, Center, Jr., 6-2, 200; Eric Conjeski, Beaver Area, Sr., 6-2, 270; Dante Dickens, West Catholic, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Lucas Runk, Martinsburg Central, Jr., 5-10, 180; Zach Hogan, North Schuylkill, Sr., 5-8, 150; Cody Miller, Towanda, Jr., 6-1, 145; Alex Filarsky, Lakeland, Soph., 5-10, 147.
Punter—Blake Berresford, Montoursville, Sr., 6-5, 275.
All-purpose—Kody Flail, North Schuylkill, Jr., 5-10, 178; Michael Ehnot, Dunmore, Sr., 5-10, 165; Mike Kinney, Loyalsock, Soph., 6-2, 210.
Class AA player of the year—Kyle Smith, Lancaster Catholic.
Class AA coach of the year—Bruce Harbach, Lancaster Catholic.


The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class A all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:

FIRST TEAM
Offense

Quarterback—Anthony Casciano, Bangor Pius X, Sr., 5-11, 195.
Running backs—Josh Seidel, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-0, 200; Wyatt Straub, Tri-Valley, Sr., 5-9, 170; Deontae Howard, Clairton, Sr., 5-9, 170.
Fullback—Jake Morton, Southern Columbia, Jr., 6-2, 170.
Tight end—Terry Gettings, Rochester, Sr., 6-2, 200.
Wide receivers—Jeff Davis, Steelton-Highspire, Sr., 6-8, 210; Kevin Weatherspoon, Clairton, Sr., 6-0, 185; Brett Zuck, Keystone, Sr., 6-3, 185.
Offensive linemen—Fred Ruff, Delaware Valley Charter, Sr., 6-5, 295; Kyle Holland, Old Forge, Sr., 6-3, 255; Zac Donaldson, Brentwood, Sr., 6-1, 250; Zack Doyle, Bellwood-Antis, Sr., 6-2, 230; Logan Woznicki, Mercyhurst Prep, Sr., 6-1, 250.
Kicker—Dane Domonkos, Bishop McCort, Sr., 5-7, 155.
All-purpose—Desimon Green, Clairton, Jr., 6-5, 220; Trey Johnson, Rochester, Sr., 5-9, 170; Dan Odem, Farrell, Sr., 6-1, 170.
Defense
Defensive ends—Anthony Pioli, Bishop McCort, Sr., 5-11, 220; T.J. Armstrong, Clarion, Fr., 6-2, 185.
Defensive linemen—Shane Rugg, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-3, 240; Josh Rogers, Pottstown St. Pius X, Sr., 6-2, 225; Robert Trudo, Farrell, Jr., 6-5, 265.
Linebackers—Eddie Ball, Clairton, Sr., 5-9, 205; Brandon Small, Clairton, Sr., 5-11, 195; Jake Szoszorek, Iroquois, Sr., 5-8, 205; Greg Ermold, Holy Name, Sr., 5-9, 225; Ron Jackson, Farrell, Sr., 5-9, 195.
Defensive backs—Nick DeGol, Bellwood-Antis, Sr., 5-11, 165; Preston Jefferson, Farrell, Sr., 6-4, 175; Cory Bauer, Brentwood, Jr., 6-1, 180; Zach Petrunak, Portage, Sr., 5-11, 155.
Punter—Dave Bojalad, Elk County Catholic, Jr., 6-2, 215.
All-purpose—Tyler Klinger, Line Mountain, Sr., 5-10, 160; Ben Lohr, Meyersdale, Sr., 6-0, 180; Nick Bolias, Monessen, Jr., 6-0, 185.

SECOND TEAM
Offense

Quarterback—Matt McGinley, Tri-Valley, Sr., 6-5, 190.
Running backs—Seth Zaman, Conemaugh Township, Sr., 5-10, 170; Mike Sinosky, Portage, Sr., 5-10, 210; Jed Greslick, Curwensville, Sr., 5-8, 165.
Fullback—Tyler Grosser, Upper Dauphin, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Tight end—Justin Dunlap, Sharpsville, Sr., 6-0, 230.
Wide receivers—Ryan Gaunt, Ferndale, Sr., 5-10, 180; Gary Laucks, York Catholic, Jr., 6-3, 180; Matt Hepler, Tri-Valley, Sr., 6-2, 190.
Offensive linemen—Brad Witcoskie, Southern Columbia, Sr., 5-11, 260; Marcus Foster, Reading Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-2, 230; Eric Roberts, Rochester, Sr., 6-0, 225; Seth Landgraf, Millersburg, Sr., 6-0, 220; Luke Lantzy, United, Sr., 5-10, 240.
Kicker-Matt Gaston, Southern Huntingdon, Sr., 5-10, 175.
All-purpose—Dan Reed, Keystone, Sr., 6-0, 180; Joe Colangelo, Monaca, Sr., 6-0, 180; Martin Long, Pittsburgh North Catholic, Jr., 6-2, 195.
Defense
Defensive ends—Eric Minemyer, Bishop Carroll, Sr., 6-5, 240; Steve Belskey, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-1, 205.
Defensive linemen—Ben Ancheff, Williams Valley, Sr., 6-0, 320; Tyler Lewis, Lakeview, Sr., 6-1, 205; Jared Burger, Union City, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Linebackers—Cody Cooper, Upper Dauphin, Sr., 6-1, 185; Bubba Rue, Clarion, Sr., 6-1, 215; Chaz Merriman, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-0, 210; Joey Rys, Reading Central Cath., Jr., 5-11, 180; Chris Moore, Line Mountain, Sr., 6-0, 225.
Defensive backs—Cole Parkinson, Pottstown St. Pius X, Sr., 6-3, 175; Chad Piccirilli, Sharpsville, Sr., 6-0, 155; Zach Artz, Tri-Valley, Sr., 5-9, 165; Zach Waddell, United, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Punter—Cody Crosby, Eisenhower, Sr., 6-4, 200.
All-purpose—Nick Gmerek, Moshannon Valley, Sr., 5-9, 165; Jimmy Zubek, Avonworth, Sr., 5-9, 175; Fred Caruso, Holy Name, Jr., 5-9, 180.
Class A player of the year—Deontae Howard, Clairton.
Class A coach of the year—Tom Nola, Clairton.

7 comments:

Belly Button Lint Funk said...

Class A coach of the year—Tom Nola, Clairton.

This is the biggest joke ever. I don't see this guy improving anyone's character or preparing anyone for 'the real world' outside of Clairton.

Why doesn't sarcastic sword use his real name when he calls into radio shows in the morning?

Anonymous said...

Just want to say congrats to Mike Hull and Bryan Thomas..yall did a great job in your high school football career...Take it to the next level guys..show them wat Western Pa is about..Washington Co..has 2 stong men going to that next level..

Anonymous said...

Hey Mike, Dylan Bongiorni dropped out of Burgettstown and enrolled at West Allegheny today. FYI

Sarcastic Sword said...

I am not the "sarcastic sword" who calls into radio shows......Ive never called a radio show....I think the handle is cool which is why I use it....The guy that has been calling radio shows for 20+ years is much, much older than me....

Anonymous said...

Coach of the year Tom Nola a joke? Listen, this award isnt given out to mediocre coaches who produce good guys...if it were Dalton would probably get it. Tom's record over the past decade cant be argued. The guy won 3 WPIAL titles in 4 years and won the first state title in school history. yes, he deserves it.

Anonymous said...

Haters...Congratulate the Coach and the kids who made the AP all-state footballl team. This blog should be filled with kudos...

Anonymous said...

Bongiorni has enrolled at West Allegheny today. It is now a done deal. His leaving Burgettstown coinsided with the new football conferences, where many think Burgettstown will not win a game. Mrs Bongiorni also works with Mrs Palko who's husband is the football coach at West Allegheny.