Sterling Limousine and Transportation Services of Wrightstown is proud to recognize the Players of the Week. Players are chosen based on the nomination of SOL coaches and football contributors. (Phil Picciotti photo courtesy of Kim Supko Photography)
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PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Phil Picciotti, Pennridge – The junior linebacker was a dominant force in Pennridge’s 35-0 shutout win over Pennsbury, delivering 13 tackles in a glittering defensive effort. He also was a catalyst in a new role on offense, finishing with 72 rushing yards and a touchdown on six carries. His 13-yard touchdown run that saw him shed one would-be tackler after another broke a
scoreless tie and ignited a 21-0 Pennridge run to close out the half.
Coach Cody Muller says: “Everybody already knows what Phil can do defensively. He’s a phenomenal football player on the defensive side. He’s had himself a great season last year and so far is doing well in the first two games for us. Phil’s going to make plays. That’s kind of a given. How many is predicated on how hard he’s going and how well our defense is doing their job, but he’s definitely going to make some big hits here and there throughout a game and get recognized for it. He’s worked his butt off to get to that point. In our first game (a 14-7 loss to Downingtown East), I wanted to get him going on offense but didn’t get a chance to. With the heat and everything else going on, it was tough getting guys gassed and ready to go. Having Phil available in the second game against Pennsbury was a big difference maker for us. Especially if we’re in a situation where we need to get those critical yards to get the ball moving, I know Phil’s going to tough it out and do what we need him to do. He’s still raw on the offensive side, he’s still learning everything, but he does make for it in just the intensity he brings on that side.”
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OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Cam Jackson, Upper Moreland – The senior running back had 18 carries for 93 yards and two touchdowns and three
receptions for 73 yards and one touchdown in Upper Moreland’s 34-29 win over Archbishop Ryan. Jackson made dazzling catch on third-and-long of a pass through the arms of a defender in traffic – a catch his coach called “the catch of a lifetime” - and took it home for the game-winning touchdown, capping a comeback that saw the Golden Bears rally from a 29-15 deficit in the fourth quarter.
Coach CJ Szydlik says: “You’re almost at the point where a catch like that doesn’t surprise you. You’re stunned that it happened, but then you’re like, ‘Well, he does that stuff.’ Cam’s been basically a starter for us for three years now and doesn’t come off the field much, especially his junior and senior years. He’s a leader of our football team. He’s a captain that was selected by his teammates for a reason. He carries himself the right way. He’s a really good student. He does the things you expect out of a senior who’s been playing for you for three or four years.”
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DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Owen Hussie, Springfield Township – The senior defensive tackle had a monster game in Springfield Township’s 31-7 win over Academy of the New Church. Hussie had 4.5 sacks and six
quarterback pressures in addition to five tackles, including one for a loss.
Coach Chris Shelly says: “Owen Hussie is an undersized defensive end. We call him our stud end. He’s a great wrestler who is tough as nails and and lightning quick. He goes 100 miles an hour every play. He’s an inspirational leader of our defense, a good student and a terrific young man from a great football family. I can’t say enough good things about the kid. He is a force and will only get better and better as the season progresses. He’s the perfect representation of what our Spartan football team is all about.”
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SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Jaryd Meehl, Upper Moreland – The Golden Bears’ kicker delivered an onsides kick late in the fourth quarter that set up the game-winning
touchdown in Upper Moreland’s 34-29 come-from-behind 34-29 win over Archbishop Ryan.
Coach CJ Szydlik says: “It was probably one of the nicest onsides kicks I’ve seen in my lifetime. It couldn’t have been any better. Colin Hogan, who’s a senior, recovers it. We do practice it. For the first couple years being here, the kicking game really was a struggle. We had a couple of kids that tried to do the best they could. Jaryd, who’s a soccer player, comes out last year and really starts kicking. Honestly, he’s solidified that position for us. To have a kid who can put the ball where you ask him to put it, kick field goals and do all that stuff is a huge deal.”
Sterling Limo SOL Honor Roll
Dean Blackwell, Central Bucks East – The sophomore was outstanding on special teams in Central Bucks East’s 28-14 win over Neshaminy, contributing several outstanding tackles.
Ryan Gallagher, Pennridge – The sophomore defensive lineman had four tackles for a loss in Pennridge’s 35-0 win over Pennsbury.
Tommy Hannon, Plymouth Whitemarsh – The junior linebacker was a catalyst in his team’s dominant defensive effort in Plymouth Whitemarsh’s 42-14 win over Methacton.
Pat Keller, Central Bucks East – The junior quarterback had a big night in the air and with his feet, totaling 153 yards of total offense in Central Bucks East’s 28-14 win over Neshaminy.
Noah Lee, Upper Dublin – The junior wide receiver caught six passes for 107 yards and two touchdowns in Upper Dublin’s 36-7 win over Council Rock South.
Quinn Moody, Central Bucks East – The junior wide receiver had a dynamic night in Central Bucks East’s 28-14 win over Neshaminy, accounting for 102 yards of total offense.
Aiden O’Brien, Plymouth Whitemarsh – The junior quarterback had a huge night in Plymouth Whitemarsh’s 42-14 win over Methacton. O’Brien was a perfect 3-for-3 for 105 yards and two touchdowns and also had 14 carries for 103 yards and two touchdowns.
Colin O’Sullivan, Upper Dublin – The junior quarterback completed 16-of-19 passes for 179 yards and two touchdowns in Upper Dublin’s 36-7 win over Council Rock South.
Seve¢ Spruill, Plymouth Whitemarsh – The junior kicker was a perfect 6-for-6 on point-after attempts in Plymouth Whitemarsh’s 42-14 win over Methacton.
Dan Vogelsong, Central Bucks East – The sophomore safety was an impact player on defense in Central Bucks East’s 28-14 win over Neshaminy, contributing nine tackles.
Tyler Wetzel, Pennridge – The senior running back had 153 rushing yards on 11 carries in Pennridge’s 35-0 win over Pennsbury.
Quinn Whalen, Central Bucks West – The senior offensive tackle graded out at 75 percent and is playing at a very high level. Whalen had three pancake blocks and was part of an offensive line that paved the way for 333 rushing yards in Central Bucks West’s 28-20 win over Central Bucks South.
Tyler Woodman, Quakertown – The senior running back was once against a catalyst for the Panthers, scoring three first-quarter touchdowns in Quakertown’s 42-7 win over Council Rock North. He finished the game with 90 yards and four touchdowns on just 11 carries.
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