The distinguished accolades of the Connolly Cup for Week 2 in the realm of high school football have been officially disclosed.
Presenting the formidable cohort of the Connolly Cup/ADPRO Sports outstanding performers for the week, meticulously handpicked by the esteemed selection committee:
Sam Atzrott (Fredonia): Exhibited exceptional prowess, traversing the field for an impressive 171 yards, attained through 18 carries, all while punctuating this remarkable feat with four astounding touchdowns. His contributions extended beyond offense, demonstrating defensive prowess with a commendable nine tackles.
Trevor Barry (Iroquois): Despite limited participation in the first half, Barry was a force to be reckoned with, amassing an astonishing 296 yards via 26 carries, culminating in a breathtaking six touchdowns.
Carter Capozzi (Gowanda/Pine Valley): Capozzi orchestrated a symphony of precision, completing 12 of 18 passes, amassing a staggering 255 yards, and graciously gifting his team six touchdowns in the process.
Antwan Ceasar (Health Sciences): Ceasar’s offensive virtuosity shone brightly, securing four touchdowns with just seven carries, accumulating a noteworthy 124 yards.
Isaiah Hill (Maryvale): With determination akin to a valiant knight, Hill gallantly gained 190 yards through 12 carries, embellishing this effort with a singular touchdown. His defensive contributions included four tackles, a pivotal forced fumble, and a triumphant sack.
E’Ryan Lawrence (Bennett): A maestro of versatility, Lawrence orchestrated an unparalleled performance in all facets of the game. In a stunning display, he notched two rushing touchdowns, an interception returned for a touchdown, and a remarkable 70-yard punt return for yet another score, all within the first half.
Zach Markham (Falconer): Markham, a sentinel in the secondary, exhibited his acumen with two interceptions, both artfully transformed into touchdowns, all while recording an impressive tally of 10 tackles.
Gerald McCloud (Bishop Timon): A receiving virtuoso, McCloud gracefully secured the pigskin, amassing four receptions for a remarkable 162 yards, two of which culminated in majestic touchdowns. Amongst his conquests was a noteworthy touchdown reception resulting from a concise pass, which he deftly carried 72 yards to grace the end zone.
Lucas Sopak (Falconer): Sopak, a precision architect, demonstrated his prowess by completing 12 of 14 passing attempts, amassing a generous 172 yards, adorned with four splendid touchdowns.
Daquan Stone (Sweet Home): Stone, a balletic force in the backfield, pirouetted through the defense to amass an admirable 187 yards through 21 carries, generously bestowing three touchdowns upon his team.
Cayden Stupak (West Seneca West): Stupak, the maestro of the aerial symphony, orchestrated a performance that saw him throw for 159 yards and three touchdowns.
Carter Switek (Orchard Park): Switek, an indomitable presence on the ground, etched his name into the annals of glory with three touchdowns, courtesy of 21 carries, amassing an impressive 201 yards. His defensive contributions included four tackles, two of which resulted in losses for the opposition.
Bryce Tubin (Clarence): Tubin, a conductor of aerial exploits, masterfully directed his passes with unerring precision, completing 17 of 26 attempts for a commendable 244 yards. He further enriched his contributions with 45 rushing yards and an additional touchdown.
Lamont Watkins (Cheektowaga): A veritable juggernaut in the backfield, Watkins powered his way to an impressive 208 yards through 26 carries, garnishing his performance with three triumphant touchdowns, complemented by a two-point conversion. His defensive acumen was equally laudable, recording seven tackles, including one tackle for a loss.
Shey Williams (Lockport): The maestro of receptions, Williams orchestrated a symphony of catches, amassing a remarkable tally of eight receptions for 186 yards, each culminating in a breathtaking touchdown. As a testament to his versatility, he embarked on a breathtaking 75-yard journey during a kickoff return to further elevate his team’s scoreboard.
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