2025 HockomockSports Football Awards

North Attleboro senior Frankie Strachan has been selected as the 2025 HockomockSports.com Football Player of the Year. Strachan delivered one of the most dominant two-way seasons in the league, helping Big Red clinch a share of the Davenport division title and reach the Division 3 state final at Gillette Stadium.

Strachan, who was voted the Davenport division offensive MVP by the league’s coaches, carried the Rocketeers on offense with 1,527 rushing yards on 269 carries and 21 touchdowns, adding another score through the air. He also set a new North Attleboro single-season rushing record that had stood since 1982. A powerful runner with good patience, Strachan was the focal point of every defensive game plan and still produced week after week.

“Frankie was a beast on both sides of the ball for us this season,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan. “A three-year starter and captain, his leadership on and off the field was second to none.”

On defense, Strachan was just as impactful in the middle of the Rocketeers’ unit. He led the team with 105 tackles and added a sack, two interceptions, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery, consistently flying to the football and finishing plays. His physicality, instincts, and motor made him a tone-setter at linebacker and a constant problem for opposing offenses.

“Frankie had a monster season for the Rocketeers,” said HockomockSports.com Editor Ryan Lanigan. “Every single team had a gameplan centered around trying to stop him, and no one was able to do it. It usually took two or three guys just to tackle him, and he still continued to find success handoff after handoff. He was also a terrific defensive player at linebacker.”

Strachan is the second consecutive North Attleboro to earn the honor following Ryan Bannon last season. It’s the fifth time a player from the Davenport division has received the honor following Canton’s Jake Ragusa (2015) and Brendan Albert (2018) and Foxboro’s Dylan Gordon (2021). Strachan is the seventh player of the year from North Attleboro and the second male athlete, joining Bannon (football, 2024), Meg Ronaghan (basketball, 2013), Meg Colleran (softball, 2014), Hana Caster (lacrosse, 2016), Ashlyn Gaulin (soccer, 2018), and Kelly Colleran (softball, 2022).

Honorable Mentions: Tallan King (King Philip), Jake Marcell (Canton), Mason Bordieri (Mansfield), Alex Weber (Franklin)

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Editor’s Note: The HockomockSports.com Awards are selected strictly by our staff and have no affiliation to the official Hockomock League all stars. Please note players are listed by position.

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Quarterbacks

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Cam DeLeskey – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Cam DeLeskey stepped under center for the Warriors this season and his ability to make plays with his arm or his feet helped them score the second-most points in the Hock (362) and get back to the Div. 5 Super Bowl for the third straight year. DeLeskey scored 14 touchdowns this year, eight rushing and six passing. In his three years as a starter, he also contributed more than 700 receiving yards, 14 interceptions, and 88 tackles. He was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “Cam is the epitome of what high school football is all about. Playing all season long with a reconstructed shoulder and two heavily taped ankles, Cam always created something positive out of nothing while never missing a single snap from center. His motto is ‘Team, Teammates and a Distant Self.'”

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Brayden Jones – Attleboro – Junior
Attleboro junior Brayden Jones was asked to do a lot for the Attleboro offense (averaging 30 throws and five runs per game) and regularly delivered to keep the Bombardiers in the playoff hunt to the final game of the regular season. Jones finished the season with 2,201 yards and 22 touchdown passes, which was tops in the league. He averaged more than 200 yards through the air per game and completed more than 50 percent of his passes. Jones was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Attleboro coach Jim Winters said, “Brayden did a tremendous job taking the shots downfield when we had them or knowing when to get the ball out hot. Brayden’s favorite WR was the open WR, he did a great job taking what the defense gave him. His ability to tuck the ball and run for the hard yards or to stand in the pocket and take a big hit to make a completion earned him the respect of his teammates and you can see why he is a junior captain for us.”

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Dylan Keenan – Taunton – Senior
Taunton senior Dylan Keenan capped a three-year run as the Tigers’ starting quarterback by continuing to be the centerpiece of the offense. This fall, Keenan completed 111 passes for 1,884 yards and 12 touchdowns and made a bigger impact as a runner with 432 yards and eight touchdowns, including a long of 57 yards. For his career, he threw for 4,864 yards and 46 touchdowns while adding 827 rushing yards and 10 more scores. Keenan, a two-time Hockomock League all star and the 2023 HockomockSports Underclassman of the Year, will continue his career at Tufts. “All of the statistics are impressive, but his improvement, particularly in the running game this year, has stood out,” said Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell. “He has been the leader of our team both on and off the field. We will certainly miss him.”

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Vincent Loscerbo – Milford – Sophomore
Milford sophomore Vincent Loscerbo grew into his role as the Hawks’ quarterback as the season went on, providing a steady presence as Milford navigated injuries and relied on a young lineup. Loscerbo helped guide the Hawks to a Thanksgiving win over rival Taunton as well as the Division 3 state tournament, where the Hawks nearly pulled off an upset of eventual state runner-up North Attleboro in the opening round. On the season, he threw for 1,430 yards and 15 touchdowns while adding two more scores on the ground. He was named the HockomockSports Underclassman of the Year. “Vince had a great year as a sophomore against some of the top teams in the state,” said Milford head coach Dale Olson.

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JT Norton – Canton – Senior
Canton senior JT Norton was a dynamic playmaker at quarterback this season, giving the Bulldogs a weapon to compete with the top teams in the Davenport. He helped Canton get to nine wins and a first state semifinal in decades. Norton became the school’s all-time passing leader this season with more than 3,000 career yards. This fall, he threw for 1,300 yards and 10 touchdowns, rushed for 120 yards, and caught a two-point conversion, even while limited to just seven games by injury. He was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Canton coach Marty Sasin said, “JT could change the game with his ability and game awareness. He was always able to give us a spark whenever we needed it and could make something out of nothing like nobody else. He is a true game-changing player.”

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Running Backs

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Keigan Canto-Osorio – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Keigan Canto-Osorio was a do-everything weapon for the Warriors, helping lead them to the Kelley-Rex division title and the Division 3 state championship. A two-way standout at running back and linebacker, Canto-Osorio powered the KP offense with 1,389 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns while averaging eight yards per carry, and he was also the team’s second-leading receiver with three touchdown catches. On the defensive side of the ball, he added eight tackles for a loss, two sacks, and a forced fumble, while also handling punt return duties and contributing as the team’s holder, including three successful fake PAT conversions. “He did it all for us,” said King Philip head coach Brian Lee. “Running back, linebacker, kick returner, punt returner, and holder. Such great vision when running the ball with a lethal stiff arm.”

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Nick Crowe – Canton – Senior
Canton senior Nick Crowe was a pile-moving running back on offense and the on-field leader of the defense at linebacker, helping the Bulldogs record nine wins and reach the Div. 4 Final Four – the program’s first state semifinal in decades. Crowe set the Canton single-season rushing record this year with 1,060 yards. He rushed for 17 touchdowns and also added 120 receiving yards. On defense, he finished with 85 tackles, including 25 for loss, and an interception. He was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Canton coach Marty Sasin said, “Nick is the definition of a football player. He is a tough, physical player that never wants to come off the field. He set the tone for our team’s approach to each game.”

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Ryan Foley – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Ryan Foley started the season as the top ball carrier for the Warriors until injuries slowed him down late in the regular season. He was a major contributor on both sides of the ball to put the Warriors in position to make a run at a third straight Div. 5 Super Bowl appearance, where he returned to the lineup to try and help Foxboro bring home the title. A three-year starter on both sides of the ball, the Bates College-commit finished his career with 147 tackles, 17 for loss, and three interceptions. He was selected as an all-star by the league’s coaches. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “Ryan emerged this season as our prime ball carrier and one of the more productive running backs in the Hockomock League. Ryan amassed 798 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns, including three three-score performances in just seven games before a lower body injury sidelined him until the season’s end.”

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Kerven Georges – Stoughton – Senior
Stoughton senior Kerven Georges was a two-way standout for the Black Knights, giving them a big play threat in the backfield and a difference-maker on defense. Georges rushed for 950 yards on 90 carries and added 200 yards on 16 catches, scoring 10 total touchdowns this season. On the defensive side of the ball, he recorded 60 tackles, 14 tackles for a loss, and 11 pass breakups for the Black Knights. “Kerven has one of the highest football IQs of any player I have ever coached,” said Stoughton head coach Chris Evans. “A threat to break a long run every time he has the ball in his hands, he is a rare combination of speed and power.”

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Amari Teixeira – Taunton – Senior
Taunton junior Amari Teixeira provided a spark out of the backfield all season, using his speed and elusiveness to create big plays for the Tigers. Teixeira rushed for 581 yards with a long of 51 yards and scored nine touchdowns, while also adding two receptions for 94 yards out of the backfield. He was also an explosive kick returner, giving Taunton another threat in the open field. “Amari started the season well and was always a threat in the open field,” said Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell. “Opposing defenses have to prepare for him and we are looking forward to a great off-season from him and his return next fall.”

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Wide Receivers/Tight Ends

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Andrew DeGirolamo – Mansfield – Senior
Mansfield senior Andrew DeGirolamo was a matchup problem for opposing secondaries all season, using his size and skill to anchor the Hornets’ passing attack. DeGirolamo led the team with 50 receptions for 838 yards and seven touchdowns and also hauled in a two-point conversion, becoming the go-to option in the offense. A true two-way standout, he also made an impact on defense with 45 tackles, three interceptions, two pass breakups, and a forced fumble. “We graduate Trevor Foley and in steps Andrew to keep the tradition of great receivers here going,” said Mansfield head coach Mike Redding. “Just such great hands and athleticism for someone who is 6’4. So versatile for us as a receiver but could be a second tight end and played safety and outside linebacker on defense and such a great leader as captain.”

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Ryan Gustafson – North Attleboro – Junior
North Attleboro junior Ryan Gustafson stepped into a big role this season and emerged as the Rocketeers’ top receiving threat after the graduation of Bryce Kiser. Gustafson led North’s passing game with 23 receptions for 557 yards and five touchdowns, using his explosiveness and ability to create space in his routes to become a consistent big-play option for the offense. “Ryan was a great surprise for us this season,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan. “We did not know who would step up after Bryce Kiser graduated, but Ryan turned out to be that guy and led our receiving crew all year with his great hands and ability to get space when running his routes.”

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Jeremy Knief – Taunton – Senior
Taunton senior Jeremy Knief was a key two-way contributor for the Tigers, giving them a big-play threat in the passing game and a steady presence in the secondary. Despite missing three games, Knief caught 38 passes for 876 yards, averaging 23.1 yards per reception, and scored five touchdowns, including a long of 71 yards. He also made an impact at safety with 56 tackles, two tackles for a loss, four pass breakups, and an interception. “He had a great year on both sides of the ball,” said Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell. “Leader of our team without saying much, great example of practice and preparation effort for our younger players. An important weapon in our RPO scheme. We will miss him.”

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Jacob Melton – Oliver Ames – Senior
Oliver Ames senior Jacob Melton was a constant matchup problem for defenses this season, using his quickness and route-running skills to get open and create big plays for the Tigers. A shifty receiver who was difficult to cover one-on-one, Melton led OA’s passing attack with 48 catches for 933 yards and 10 touchdowns, consistently giving the Tigers a home-run threat on the outside. “Jacob has been a great player for the past two seasons and is a home-run threat anywhere on the field,” said Oliver Ames head coach John Sperrazza. “When we needed to make a play on offense, the ball was going to Jacob.”

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Stephon Reed – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior Stephon Reed was one of the league’s most dynamic two-way players, giving the Panthers a difference-maker at wide receiver and in the secondary. Reed hauled in 53 receptions for 658 yards and six touchdowns this season, while also carrying the ball 37 times for 155 yards and four more scores. On defense, he added two interceptions and two forced fumbles for the Panthers. “Stephon was a gamechanger for us all season long,” said Franklin head coach Todd Kiley. “The bigger the moment in front of him, the brighter Stephon shined. Big play after big play and clutch catch after clutch catch, Stephon did it all season long.”
 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Offensive Line

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Keaton Cooper – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior Keaton Cooper was a cornerstone of the Panthers’ line of scrimmage, playing on both the offensive and defensive lines and helping steady a young offense this season. A three-year starter, Cooper anchored an offensive line that protected a freshman quarterback and adjusted across multiple packages, giving Franklin the consistency it needed up front. A two-time Hockomock League all-star, he was a key part of the Panthers’ ability to move the ball and compete in the trenches on a weekly basis. “Keaton was absolutely dominant up front for us offensively the past two seasons,” said Franklin head coach Todd Kiley. “A three year starter and leader of the trenches, Keaton was able to guide our inexperienced crew up front to put up great numbers for our team offensively. His versatility, toughness, intelligence, and savvy allowed him to play all five spots for us up front in impactful situations.”

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Nate Crisci – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Nate Crisci was a key piece of the Warriors’ offensive line, helping pave the way for one of the most dominant ground games in the league as KP won the Kelley-Rex division title and the Division 3 state championship at Gillette Stadium. Crisci anchored a unit that helped the Warriors rush for 3,529 yards and average seven yards per carry, creating space for two of the league’s top running backs and giving KP a consistent edge at the line of scrimmage. “Nate is the strongest player on the team and it showed when he gets a hold of you,” said King Philip head coach Brian Lee. “The physical and mental anchor of our line, Nate made all the calls for both pass protection and run block schemes and even helped Geb out with audibles.”

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Rhancy Jean-Baptiste – Canton – Senior
Canton senior Rhancy Jean-Baptiste was a dominant player on both sides of the ball this season, his third on varsity. His play along the line helped the Bulldogs win nine games this fall and reach their first state semifinal in decades. He finished the year with 50 pancake blocks at left tackle. On defense, he had 60 tackles, including 33 for loss, and had six sacks, helping to stifle both the opposition’s ground and passing attacks. He was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Canton coach Marty Sasin said, “Rhancy was a workhorse on both the offensive and defensive line. He rarely came off the field. He is a very athletic and physical player that won the line of scrimmage with both agility and strength.”

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Matt O’Keefe – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior lineman Matt O’Keefe was mainstay on both sides of the line of scrimmage for the Warriors this season, helping them reach a third consecutive Div. 5 Super Bowl. Over his three years as a starter, O’Keefe played in 51 games, won a pair of league titles, and a state title. With the Foxboro offense taking advantage of his lead-blocking, the Warriors scored 362 points in 13 games (second-best in the Hock). On defense, he averaged 54 tackles (eight for loss) and four sacks over the past two seasons. He was selected as an all star by the league’s coaches. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “Matt is an outstanding and athletic lineman who has been responsible for our ability to get to the perimeter on buck sweep and power as well as being a polished pass blocker.”

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Nathan Rivera – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Nathan Rivera was the anchor of the Rocketeers on both sides of the line of scrimmage, helping pave the way for a dominant rushing attack that produced 2,856 yards and 35 touchdowns this season. A three-year starter and team captain, Rivera’s play up front allowed North to control games in the trenches throughout its postseason run. He was selected as a Hockomock League all-star by the league’s coaches and will continue his career at Williams College. “Nate has been one of the best linemen in the Hockomock League and the state the past two seasons,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan. “He is a tenacious blocker and was the anchor for our offensive and defensive lines.”

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Athletes

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Mason Bordieri – Mansfield – Senior
Mansfield senior Mason Bordieri was a reliable, physical two-way presence for the Hornets, giving them a tough runner on offense and a playmaker at linebacker on defense. Bordieri led the team with 127 carries for 677 yards and 10 touchdowns and also added 29 receptions for 326 yards to be one of Mansfield’s most productive all-purpose players. On the defensive side of the ball, he finished second on the team with 66 tackles and added two tackles for a loss, an interception, two pass breakups, a sack, and six quarterback pressures. “Mason is an old school Mansfield football player, tough and a hard-nosed runner, and just a force at linebacker with his instincts and speed to the ball,” said Mansfield head coach Mike Redding. “He played fearless on both sides and was a great leader for us as a captain.”

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Tallan King – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Tallan King was one of the most dominant two-way players in the Hockomock League, starring at running back and linebacker for a Warriors team that won the Kelley-Rex division title and the Division 3 state championship. King rushed for 1,248 yards and 16 touchdowns while averaging 8.5 yards per carry and added a touchdown reception, giving KP a powerful and explosive presence in the backfield. On defense, he led the team’s chart with 159 points and filled up the stat sheet with nine tackles for a loss, six sacks, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery, four pass breakups, and an interception. “Tallan moved around on defense and was equally effective on and off the ball, our best defensive player on a defense that only gave up eight points per game,” said King Philip head coach Brian Lee. “On offense Tallan was a lot to handle, a rare combination of speed and punishing power.”

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Jake Marcell – Canton – Senior
Canton senior Jake Marcell was one of the league’s most dynamic players on both sides of the ball. Lining up as a wideout, Marcell had 59 catches for 1,008 yards and nine touchdowns. He added another 150 yards on the ground. At linebacker, Marcell finished with 80 total tackles, including 25 for loss, six sacks, and three interceptions (including a pick-six). He was also the team’s punter and converted a pair of fake punts. He was selected as the Davenport division’s Defensive MVP by the league’s coaches. Canton coach Marty Sasin said, “Jake could do it all on offense, defense, and special teams. He is a terrific athlete and leader that was able to raise the level of play of all around him. He worked extremely hard in the offseason as a torn ACL ended his junior season early. He came back even stronger after the injury, which is a testament to his determination.”

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Frankie Strachan – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Frankie Strachan put together one of the most dominant two-way seasons in the league, carrying the Rocketeers on both sides of the ball and earning HockomockSports Player of the Year honors (above). Strachan rushed 269 times for 1,527 yards and 21 touchdowns and added a receiving score, setting a new North Attleboro single-season rushing record that had stood since 1982. On defense, he led the team with 105 tackles and added a sack, two interceptions, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery, anchoring Big Red in the middle of the field. “Frankie was a beast on both sides of the ball for us this season,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan. “A three-year starter and captain, his leadership on and off the field was second to none.”

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Alex Weber – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior Alex Weber was one of the league’s best two-way players, giving the Panthers a physical, all-purpose threat on offense and a relentless worker on defense. Weber carried the ball 136 times for 857 yards and 14 rushing touchdowns and added 37 receptions for 398 yards and another touchdown, totaling 1,255 yards of offense while rarely leaving the field for the Panthers. Franklin head coach Todd Kiley said, “Alex’s stats do not even begin to scratch the surface of what he meant to our football program. This tough as nails, team-first workhorse was the heart and soul of our team this season and emptied the tank every single play.”

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Defensive Line

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Will Buffington – Taunton – Senior
Taunton senior Will Buffington was a steady two-way presence in the trenches for the Tigers this season, anchoring the offensive line from his center spot while also making an impact on the defensive side. Buffington finished the year with 27 tackles, four tackles for loss, and two batted passes, consistently disrupting plays up front. He also filled in as the PAT specialist at times, adding another layer of value for Taunton. Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell said, “Like most unsung linemen, not a lot of stats for Will. Great consistency and improvement in his technique from this fall. An anchor at center and defensive end for us.”

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Conor Casey – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Conor Casey was a key two-way piece for the Rocketeers, helping power one of the league’s top rushing attacks while also being a disruptive presence on the defensive line. As a blocking tight end, he was a big reason North topped 2,800 rushing yards, setting the edge and creating running lanes, and he was equally effective at defensive end, making life difficult for opposing backs and quarterbacks. North Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan said, “When you think of a blocking tight end, you have a picture of Conor Casey. Conor is big and physical and was a dominating force on both sides of the ball. One of the main reasons why we rushed for almost 3,000 yards was because of the physical play of Conor Casey.”

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Liam King – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Liam King was one of the most dominant interior linemen in the Hockomock League this season, anchoring the Warriors defense from his nose guard spot while also being a key piece of a championship offense. Constantly facing double teams, King still led KP in tackles and finished with eight tackles for loss, four sacks, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and a pass breakup. He was second on the team’s defensive chart with 153 points and set the tone for a defense that powered King Philip to the Division 3 state championship. King was also a major part of an offensive line that blocked for one of the best rushing attacks in the state. King Philip head coach Brian Lee said, “Our best two way lineman, so athletic and strong, which made him lethal on defense. Leading the team at nose when you are consistently double teamed shows how good and relentless he is.”

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Ryan LaCroix – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Ryan LaCroix had another dominant season in the heart of the offensive and defensive lines, helping the Warriors score the second-most points in the league and allow the second-fewest points against, while making a run to a third straight Div. 5 Super Bowl appearance. He finished the season with 55 tackles, 16 for loss, five sacks, three pass knockdowns, and 14 quarterback pressures. He was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “A two-way performer, Ryan is explosive on either side of the ball and extremely athletic at 6’2″ 240, several of his plays were made on the opposite side from which he lined up on. Playing until the whistle, Ryan was always at the point of attack.”

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Adrian Rampino – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior Adrian Rampino was a steady, veteran presence on the defensive line this fall, setting the tone up front and leading the Panthers with his consistency and physical play. A three-year starter, he finished the season with 42 tackles, four sacks, and 17 quarterback pressures while anchoring Franklin’s pass rush and interior run defense. Franklin head coach Todd Kiley said, “He unselfishly worked tirelessly to learn offensive tackle this year due to the team’s need at that position. Through his unmatched work ethic he became one of the best two way linemen in the league that rarely left the field. An old school, tough, humble, lead by example individual, Adrian always put his teammates before himself.”

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Linebackers

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Jackson Arnold – Stoughton – Senior
Stoughton senior Jackson Arnold was involved in just about every play this season, anchoring the middle of the Black Knights defense and setting the tone for the Black Knights. A four-year contributor who is committed to Army, Arnold piled up 111 tackles, including 57 solo tackles, 17 tackles for loss, three interceptions, a defensive touchdown, three forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery, constantly finding his way to the football. Stoughton head coach Chris Evans said, “Jackson has been the heart and soul of Stoughton High School football for four years. His unrelenting work ethic is on display every time he takes the field. He is a complete game wrecker at middle linebacker, and was a key component of our running game success this season. Jackson is a one in a million talent and human being and I consider myself lucky for having had the opportunity to coach him.”

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Gabe Beaule – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Gabe Beaule was a menace in his second year as a starter, making big plays for a Warriors defense that allowed only 134 points in 13 games this season (second-fewest in the Hock). He helped Foxboro reach the Div. 5 Super Bowl for the third consecutive season. For his career, Beaule had 214 total tackles, including 11 for loss, four sacks, six forced fumbles, two interceptions, and a defensive score. Beaule was also the team’s long snapper. He was an honorable mention for league all-star. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “Gabe is a senior captain that has run and adjusted the defense over the past two seasons. A student of the game, his ability to make outstanding plays on the perimeter made him a big plus. His ability to block consistently in the backfield along with near perfect long and short snaps made him a key piece of the puzzle.”

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Kyle Danson – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Kyle Danson was a major piece on both sides of the ball for the Warriors, doing much of the work that does not always show up in the box score as KP went on to win the Division 3 state championship. From his linebacker spot, Danson made 45 tackles with three tackles for loss, three sacks, one fumble recovery, and one interception, and he also contributed on offense as a fullback with 11 carries for 87 yards. King Philip head coach Brian Lee said, “Its not about his stats, its about his football IQ. Kyle was responsible for getting everyone in the right defense every play. If he went down the defense would be a shell of itself, no one else could mentally handle the enormity of that job.”

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Will Killory – Mansfield – Senior
Mansfield senior Will Killory made the most of his first season as a varsity starter, emerging as a leader in the middle of the Hornets defense as they earned a share of the Davenport division title. After working his way up from the freshman and junior varsity levels, Killory stepped into the lineup and led the team with 85 tackles, becoming a reliable and steady presence on every down. Mansfield head coach Mike Redding said, “Such a great story, worked his way up the ladder from frosh to junior varsity to varsity starter as a senior and led us in tackles. Its guys like him that allow your team to earn back-to-back titles and such a great student-athlete too with a 4.2 GPA and vice president of the National Honor Society. Just a great role model for our younger student-athletes with his loyalty and his academic success.”

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Gavin Pushard – Canton – Junior
Canton junior Gavin Pushard emerged as one of the league’s top linebackers this season and was a key piece to a defense that held teams to the third-lowest point total (190) in the league. He helped the Bulldogs complete a nine-win season and reach the Div. 4 Final Four. Pushard had 75 tackles, including 26 for loss, two sacks, and one fumble recovery. He was also a guard on the offensive line and recorded 20-plus pancake blocks, as the Canton offense scored 300 points in 12 games. Canton coach Marty Sasin said, “Gavin brings an edge and physicality to the game on both offense and defense. He gets off of blocks quickly and is always around the ball on defense. He’s a great football player and even better person.”

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Defensive Backs

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James Destito – Attleboro – Junior
Attleboro junior James Destito was a playmaker on both sides of the ball and used his athleticism to be one of the top cover corners in the league. Destito finished the season with three interceptions and 27 total tackles, including one for a loss. He was also Attleboro’s top receiver with 66 catches for 876 yards and nine touchdowns. Destito was selected as an all-star by the Hockomock League coaches. Attleboro coach Jim Winters said, “An excellent route runner, James has a gift to get himself into the open space. James is very shifty and is faster than most people think. He has a talent for turning a 5-yard pass into a 50-yard big play. James was one of our better corners as well. His high football IQ always kept him around the ball.”

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Kolby Hassett – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Kolby Hassett was a playmaker in the secondary in his second season as a starter and he was part of a defense that held teams to just 10 points per game, which helped the Warriors make a run to a third consecutive Div. 5 Super Bowl appearance. Hassett finished his career with 89 tackles, three interceptions, and 11 pass deflections, while playing multiple positions from quarterback to receiver to placeholder. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “Kolby’s talent to read offenses, communicate responsibilities and adjustments to the secondary brotherhood proved essential in giving up less than 11 points per game. He developed into a devastating tackler from his safety position and will certainly be difficult to replace.”

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Liam McGrath – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Liam McGrath stepped into a massive role after the Warriors graduated nearly their entire secondary and delivered a historic season. McGrath set a new school record with eight interceptions, added five pass breakups and thirty five tackles, and also led KP in receiving, giving the Warriors a go-to option when they needed a big play on the offensive of the ball. “Eight interceptions is insane,” said King Philip head coach Brian Lee. “I think of all the great defensive backs we’ve had and Liam beat them all. When we needed a big play in the air, we went to Liam because of his hands.”

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Corbin Melo – Taunton – Senior
Taunton senior Corbin Melo was a do-it-all leader for the Tigers, lining up all over the field and making an impact wherever he was needed. Melo moved from the secondary to outside linebacker this season and finished with 95 tackles, five sacks, 10 tackles for loss, and one interception, closing out his career as Taunton’s all-time leader with 263 tackles. He also chipped in on offense, averaging 7.3 yards per carry and adding 10 receptions and a touchdown, while helping lead the Tigers on and off the field. “Great leader and a fearless tackler that enjoys contact,” said Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell. “He has a great ability to slip blocks and make plays, loves the game, and gave everything he had for the Tigers.”

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Darrian Sanders – Mansfield – Junior
Mansfield junior Darrian Sanders took a big step forward this fall and emerged as one of the Hornets’ top cover corners. A shutdown presence with a strong mix of speed, quickness, and size, Sanders finished the season with 42 tackles, three interceptions, and four pass breakups, making timely plays all year. His biggest moments came in clutch situations, including a key interception against Foxboro on Thanksgiving and a punt return touchdown against North Attleboro. “He showed varsity potential late last year and really came into his own this season,” said Mansfield head coach Mike Redding. “Darrian has the speed and size to lock people down and made some huge plays for us when we needed them most.”

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Nate Crowley – King Philip – Junior
King Philip junior Nate Crowley gave the Warriors a consistent edge in the field-position battle all season. Crowley converted 46-of-48 extra points and his kickoffs regularly pinned opponents deep, often forcing drives to start inside the 20-yard line and keeping the ball out of the league’s most dangerous returners’ hands. “He did a great job for us consistently putting the ball inside the 20-yard line and keeping the ball out of the best returners’ hands,” said King Philip head coach Brian Lee.
 
 

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Andrew Higgins – Foxboro – Junior
Foxboro junior kicker Andrew Higgins was one of the top special teams weapons in the league this season. After recovering from an off-season injury, Higgins became one of the most consistent kickers in the league and he was near-perfect during Foxboro’s run to a third straight Div. 5 Super Bowl appearance, connecting on 15 extra points and making three field goals, including a long of 34 yards. He was one of only three kickers in the league to make more than two field goals this season. Foxboro coach Jack Martinelli said, “Andrew has excellent skill, concentration, and is very focused on his trade. With several off-season kicking camps on his agenda we are looking forward to his senior year, as he will be a big part of the offensive gameplan.”

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Aidan Moriarty – Stoughton – Junior
Stoughton junior Aidan Moriarty was a difference-maker in all three phases this season, giving the Black Knights explosive playmaking on offense, defense, and special teams. Moriarty finished with 25 tackles, seven pass breakups, and one interception, while also scoring two kickoff return touchdowns and two receiving touchdowns. He totaled more than 600 all-purpose yards and added 15 extra points, making him one of the most versatile weapons in the Hock “Aidan made an impact on offense, defense, and special teams,” said Stoughton head coach Chris Evans. “With good technical coverage skills and a competitive spirit, he was a cornerstone for our young defense and continues to get better every week.”

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Nick Torres – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Nick Torres delivered some of the biggest and most exciting moments of the Rocketeers’ season with his leg. The kicker and punter went 4-for-4 on field goals and 35-of-37 on extra points, including a pair of game-winning field goals as time expired against Taunton and Foxboro, helping North clinch a share of the Davenport division title. Torres, who is committed to Wentworth for baseball, proved to be a steady and clutch weapon in every big spot. “His two walk-off kicks against Taunton and Foxboro allowed us to compete deep into the playoffs and were a major reason we got back to Gillette,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan. “Nick is a fiery competitor and one of the best kickers in the Hockomock and the state.”

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James Warren – Mansfield – Senior
Mansfield senior James Warren delivered one of the most memorable seasons ever by a Hornet kicker, opening the year with a walk-off field goal against Bridgewater-Raynham and closing it with a program-record 49-yard field goal on Thanksgiving in a win over Foxboro and clinch a share of the Davenport division title. This fall, Warren connected on 10 field goals and 24 extra points, while also setting the school’s career record with 16 field goals. “He was so consistent and dependable, but most importantly he stepped up in the clutch moments,” said Mansfield head coach Mike Redding. “With Nate Pailler snapping, Evan Hefez handling kickoffs, and James kicking and punting, we felt we had the best special teams unit in the state.”

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Milford sophomore Vincent Loscerbo has been selected as the 2025 HockomockSports.com Football Underclassman of the Year, given to the top freshman or sophomore in the league. Loscerbo grew into his role as the Hawks’ quarterback as the season went on, helping Milford navigate injuries and a young lineup while earning a trip to the Division 3 state tournament.

“Vince had a great year as a sophomore against some of the top teams in the state,” said Milford head coach Dale Olson.

Loscerbo nearly led Milford to an opening-round playoff upset of eventual state runner-up North Attleboro but bounced right back after and guided the Hawks to a Thanksgiving win over Taunton. On the season, he threw for 1,430 yards and 15 touchdowns and added two more scores on the ground.

“Vincent’s growth over the course of the season was impressive,” said HockomockSports Editor Ryan Lanigan. “By the time the playoffs rolled around, he was playing with the poise and confidence of a veteran, and he had Milford within a possession of knocking off North Attleboro at Community Field. The experience he gained this year is going to pay off for a long time.”

Loscerbo is the first Milford player to earn honor and sixth quarterback, joining Attleboro’s Brayden Jones (2024), Taunton’s Dylan Keenan (2023) and Noah Leonard (2016) and North Attleboro’s Chad Peterson (2015) and Tyler DeMattio (2019).

Honorable Mention: Ethan Edmunds (Franklin), Trevor Oldmixon (North Attleboro), Aiden Jackson (North Attleboro), Antoine Jameson (Canton)

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King Philip head coach Brian Lee has been selected as the 2025 HockomockSports.com Football Coach of the Year. Lee guided the Warriors through a perfect season, winning the Kelley-Rex division title and the Division 3 state championship at Gillette Stadium.

King Philip finished 13-0 overall and 4-0 in league play to claim the Kelley-Rex crown, clinching it with a Thanksgiving Day win over Franklin. The Warriors were dominant on both sides of the ball, outscoring opponents 412-114 on the season while allowing just 8.8 points per game, one of the best defensive marks in the state.

“King Philip enters every season with a massive target on their back and sky high expectations, and despite getting everyone’s best every week, the Warriors keep rolling,” said HockomockSports Editor Ryan Lanigan. “Coach Lee has his team prepared every single week, they don’t make many mistakes, and this year’s team was just relentless in all aspects.”

In the postseason, King Philip continued its dominant run, rolling through the Division 3 bracket and capping the year with a championship victory over Hockomock rival North Attleboro at Gillette Stadium. The Warriors consistently controlled games with a physical ground attack and disciplined defense.

This is the fourth time that Lee has been named HockomockSports.com Football Coach of the Year, making him just the fourth coach across all sports to reach that milestone. Franklin girls lacrosse coach Kristin Igoe Guarino has won the award five times, while Canton boys hockey coach Brian Shuman and Oliver Ames boys soccer coach John Barata have each won it four times.

Honorable Mentions: Mike Strachan (North Attleboro), Jack Martinelli (Foxboro), Todd Kiley (Franklin), Jeff Eckler & Marty Sasin (Canton)