2016 HockomockSports Football Awards

 
King Philip senior John DeLuca has been selected as the 2016 HockomockSports.com Football Player of the Year. The wide receiver and linebacker was a leader on and off the field for the Warriors during their historic run this fall. DeLuca was also named the Kelley-Rex division MVP by the Hockomock League coaches.

DeLuca had been a two-year starter at quarterback, helping the Warriors reach the Div. 2 South final as a sophomore, but this season willingly moved from under center to receiver to add versatility to the KP offense. He rushed for 550 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 8.5 yards per carry this fall and also caught 16 passes for another 130 yards. Defensively, DeLuca added 38 tackles, six for loss, three sacks and a forced fumble.

“We didn’t know what we were going to be, how the season was going to go, we just turned to John to do everything and he did it,” said King Philip coach Brian Lee. “He’s a hustler, he’s an animal in the weight room, he’s an animal in the classroom, he never gets in trouble, and all that. He’s everything you want to coach.”

With DeLuca leading the way, King Philip won its second outright Kelley-Rex division title in three seasons (the first two outright league titles in program history) and completed an undefeated season with a win over Reading in the Div. 1A Super Bowl. It was the first state title for the Warriors.

“John embodied what Brian Lee has brought to the KP program,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “Very few players would be willing to make the move from QB after two seasons and his example set the tone for the program’s best ever season. His numbers may not be as gaudy as other Players of the Year, but few are as universally respected across the league.”

DeLuca is the second King Philip player to earn this award in the past three seasons, following Mark Glebus winning the award in 2014. He is also the third Kelley-Rex division player to win in the four seasons it has been handed out and first that was not a primary running back or quarterback.

Honorable Mentions: Bobby Mylod (North Attleboro), Ryan Sullivan (Stoughton), Blake Hill (Milford)

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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 alphabetically by position.

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Quarterbacks

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Anthony DeGirolamo – Mansfield – Senior
Senior Anthony DeGirolamo impressed for the Hornets during his final season under center. On the season, DeGirolamo went 83-163 for 1,359 yards. He tossed 13 touchdowns in 2016 and rushed for five more touchdowns. “Anthony played with so much more confidence and took our offense to a new level (31.9 PPG, fifth best in school history). He made some big throws for us, seemed to always get out of trouble and get the big first down on third and long. He had a great year and was a true leader in the huddle for us all year,” Mansfield coach Mike Redding said.

 

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Noah Leonard – Taunton – Sophomore
It was a breakout year under center for Taunton sophomore Noah Leonard. Leonard won the starting job in the preseason and went on to impress throughout the 2016 season. Leonard went 90-158 for 1,297 yards, with 14 touchdowns. He added two rushing scores. “As he gained experience, he went from managing the offensive huddle, to making some important throws for us. He also used his legs to scramble out of some protection breakdowns as well,” THS coach Brad Sidwell said.

 

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Brendan Lydon – King Philip – Junior
King Philip junior Brendan Lydon led the Warriors to a historic season in his first year under center. Lydon helped KP go undefeated and claim the program’s first ever state championship. On the season, Lydon threw for 832 yards, tossed nine touchdowns – compared to just four interceptions – and rushed for 11 more (55 rushing yards) for a total of 21 scores. “Brendan had a huge impact on our offense, he is always calm and confident. He does such a great job at the line of scrimmage with play calls,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said.

 

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Tyler McGovern – Attleboro – Senior
For another season, Attleboro senior Tyler McGovern was one of the top quarterbacks in the league. In his third year as the starter, McGovern went 54-122 for 890 yards and led Big Blue to a third straight playoff berth. He tossed nine touchdowns and was responsible for five rushing touchdowns as well. McGovern was voted a league all-star by the coaches. “Tyler truly became a great leader for us this season. Tyler is a smart football player and his leadership extended off the field as well, being named a captain for this season,” AHS coach Mike Strachan said.

 

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Chad Peterson – North Attleboro – Junior
North Attleboro junior Chad Peterson had another record-breaking year for the Rocketeers. After breaking the program record for completions during his sophomore year, Peterson broke his own record in 2016 with 110 completions, going 110-170 for 1,700 yards and 23 touchdowns (also a single season school record for North). He added 144 rushing yards and two touchdowns. “Chad had another great year for us. We put a lot on his shoulders and he never let us down. His depth of understanding goes beyond his years,” North Attleboro head coach Don Johnson said.

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Running Backs

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Juvan Elisma – Sharon – Senior
Sharon senior Juvan Elisma capped his stellar career with an impressive senior year. In 2016, Elisma carried 140 times for 1,155 yards (8.25 yards per carry) and found the end zone nine times. He added 23 tackles on defense “Juvan did everything for us,” SHS coach Dave Morse said. “He barely came off the field as a two way starter and return man. On offense he could hit the edge or attack the interior and always earned the tough yards. One of my favorite attributes of his is that he is incredibly humble and quiet. He let his play on the field do the talking for him.”

 

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Shane Frommer – King Philip – Junior
King Philip junior Shane Frommer turned a lot of heads during the 2016 season. He started the season as the back up but an injury thrusted Frommer into the spotlight – and he shined. In a run-first offense, Frommer delivered time and time again with his toughness and speed, leading the Warriors to their first ever D1A State Championship. On the season, Frommer rushed for 1,100 yards, averaging 6.8 yards per carry, and nine touchdowns. He also had nine receptions for 127 yards and a touchdown and returned a punt for a score. “Shane Frommer doesn’t look like he would be a hammer but he sure plays like it,” KP coach Brian Lee.

 

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Blake Hill – Milford – Senior
Despite playing just over half the season, Milford senior Blake Hill was one of the top runners in the entire league. Hill rushed for 1,047 yards in just seven games (149.6 yards per game), one of the highest totals in the league. In three separate games, Hill had more than 200 yards and four touchdowns. Hill, who is committed to play at Yale University next fall, was also a top linebacker, registering 59 tackles, including nine for a loss. “He has a tremendous combination of speed and power on both sides of the ball,” Milford head coach Joe Todd said.

 

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Nick Rajotte – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro had a very memorable season and senior Nick Rajotte was a big reason for that. Rajotte helped to lead Big Red to a Davenport title in its first season in the division. For the 2016 season, Rajotte had 118 carries for a team-high 758 rushing yards (6.4 yards per carry) and 13 rushing touchdowns. He also had 18 catches for 243 yards and two scores. “Nick is our quickest athlete. He reads blocks carefully and then makes explosive cuts, it made a big difference having him healthy as the year progressed,” North Attleboro coach Don Johnson said.

 

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Ryan Sullivan – Stoughton – Senior
Stoughton senior Ryan Sullivan was making plays all over the field for the Black Knights in 2016. Sullivan, a running back and defensive back, was named Hockomock League Davenport division Co-MVP by the coaches. Offensively, Sullivan rushed for 706 yards on 85 carries and 11 touchdowns while racking up 295 receiving yards, two receiving touchdowns and two punt return touchdowns. Defensively, Sullivan led the way from the secondary, finishing with 71 tackles and three interceptions. “Ryan was so consistent, reliable, and a very smart player,” Stoughton coach Greg Burke said. “He never missed a game or practice, just a tremendous leader.”

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Wide Receivers/Tight Ends

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Hunter Ferreira – Mansfield – Junior
Mansfield junior Hunter Ferreira proved once again why he’s one of the top receivers during the 2016 season. After a standout sophomore season, Ferreira came close to the Hornets’ single-season reception record with 53 catches. He totaled 833 yards on the season (15.7 yards per catch) and six touchdowns. “He was our go-to guy and even when teams did some things to double him or jam him at the line he found a way to get open. He has great hands and his routes have improved tremendously,” Mansfield head coach Mike Redding said.

 

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Jamaine Few – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Jamaine Few made a big difference for the Warriors as the 2016 season progressed. The Warriors had an experienced passing game and Few was a big part of it. During the season, Few hauled in 27 catches for a total of 448 yards. Few was second on the team with a total of six touchdown receptions. “Jamaine possessed all the skills necessary to be an impact player at the next level, size, great hands and leaping ability to catch the ball anywhere on the field,” Foxboro head coach Jack Martinelli said.

 

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Adam McLaughlin – Taunton – Senior
Taunton senior Adam McLaughlin was a big reason why the Tigers had one of the top scoring offenses in the Hockomock in 2016. McLaughlin was a reliable option for THS’ offense and proved to be one of the best pass catchers in the league. He hauled in 38 passes for 737 yards (19.4 yards per catch) and nine touchdowns. “Adam has been a real weapon for us this season. He has the ability to make a difficult catch while being covered. Defenses had to decide to double cover him, when they did, it helped our run game,” Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell said.

 

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Connor Peterson – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior Connor Peterson developed into a true threat for the Panthers this season. Under first-year head coach Eian Bain, Peterson was a vital part of Franklin’s passing game. Peterson became a go-to option, hauling in a team-high 35 passes for 559 yards (16.0 yards per catch). The junior was especially dangerous around the end zone, pulling down a team-best seven touchdowns. “Connor has a natural way that he catches the football, he utilizes his rare blend size and speed to catch almost anything thrown in his direction,” Bain said.

 

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Elvin Sam – Attleboro – Junior
In his first year starting on varsity, Attleboro junior Elvin Sam emerged as a top deep threat in the Hockomock League. Sam plays on both sides of the ball, as well as special teams for the Bombardiers. The junior pulled in a team-high 21 passes for 483 yards – an impressive 23 yards per catch. Sam scored seven of the nine passing touchdowns that Big Blue had in 2016. “Elvin is a dynamic play maker with terrific skills. He has explosive speed and terrific hands. He was truly a great player for AHS this season,” Attleboro head coach Mike Strachan said.

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Offensive Line

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Lino Azul – Stoughton – Senior
The Black Knights had one of the top offensive lines in the league and senior Lino Azul was a big reason why. Starting at tackle, Azul helped pave the way for a potent running attack that totaled over 2,700 yards on the ground. Azul also played defensive tackle for the Black Knights, helping to stuff the run. In 2016, Azul registered 19 tackles and had a fumble recovery. “Lino was the most improved player this year. He’s a smart and tough player. He played against the opponent’s best players,” Stoughton head coach Greg Burke said.

 

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Riley Burns – Milford – Senior
Milford senior Riley Burns created a lot of space on the right side of the line for the Scarlet Hawks during the 2016 seasons. Starting at right tackle, Burns, a University of New Hampshire-commit, used his size and strength to create holes up the middle or space to the outside for the running backs. On defense, Burns had 12 tackles for loss from his nose tackle position. “Riley was devastating blocker at right tackle, using a great combination of athleticism and power. He also was an anchor on the defensive line at nose tackle,” Milford head coach Joe Todd said.

 

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AJ Gibbs – Mansfield – Senior
The Hornets had one of their best scoring years in program history and senior AJ Gibbs and the offensive line had a lot to do with that. Gibbs anchored an offensive line that allowed Mansfield backs to rush for over 2,000 yards. “AJ has been one of our most dependable lineman for three years at offensive guard. He became a key leader this year as a captain and his experience and attitude were keys to our success. He was a guy you wanted to run behind in a key short yardage play,” Mansfield coach Mike Redding said.

 

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Tom Kummer – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Thomas Kummer made a big difference in the middle of the line on both sides of the ball for the Rocketeers. Starting at guard and nose tackle, Kummer helped Big Red get penetration up the middle on offense and defense. As a guard, Kummer paved the way for one of the top running games in the region. Defensively, the senior had 36 tackles and 1.5 sacks. “Thomas was a solid performer on both sides of the ball. He made us strong up the middle on offense and defense,” North Attleboro coach Don Johnson said.

 

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Carl Sanuth – King Philip – Senior
It’s no secret King Philip liked to run the ball and senior Carl Sanuth helped pave the way for the successful rushing attack. As the starting center, Sanuth helped clear paths up the middle for both running backs and fullbacks, often clearing out more than one defender on just one play. Sanuth was also a big reason why Warrior quarterback Brendan Lydon dominated with sneaks in 2016, getting a great push up front. “Carl really set the tone for us up front,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said. “He’s so strong and so physical.”

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Athletes

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John DeLuca – King Philip – Senior
There wasn’t much that King Philip senior John DeLuca didn’t do for the undefeated D1A State Champion Warriors. In his first year at receiver, DeLuca became an x-factor for the Warriors offense, racking up 550 rushing yards and five touchdowns and finishing with 130 receiving yards on 16 catches and a touchdown. He was also a force on defense, with 38 tackles and three sacks. DeLuca also served as the team’s punter and holder. “John DeLuca is such a great all-around football player. He’s everything we want a Warrior to be,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said.

 

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Nick Graham – Mansfield – Senior
Mansfield senior Nick Graham served as the Hornets’ primary running back and was a top kick/punt returner in the league. He had 97 carries for 710 yards and nine rushing scores. He added 10 punt returns for 223 yards and one return touchdown. “He has the rare combination of breakaway speed and the ability to run tough between the tackles. With Brian Lynch’s knee injury we asked Nick to carry the load the last two years and he stepped up for us and led our rushing attack, he played through a lot of injuries and battled every week,” Mansfield coach Mike Redding said.

 

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Bobby Mylod – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Bobby Mylod was a key two-way player for the Davenport division winning Rocketeers. Whether it was in the running game, in the passing game or as a linebacker, Mylod made a big impact in 2016. He had 42 receptions for 657 yards and 12 touchdowns as well as 58 carries for 540 yards and four touchdowns. “Bobby’s a powerful runner and a great blocker, but without a doubt our best receiver too. His strong play at outside linebacker made our defense so much better,” North head coach Don Johnson said.

 

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Izon Swain-Price – Stoughton – Senior
Not many defenses were able to contain or even slow down Stoughton senior Izon Swain-Price. Not only did Swain-Price produce running and catching the ball, he factored in on defense and special teams as well. He had had 893 yards on 69 carries and 14 rushing scores and added 309 yards and five receiving touchdowns on 10 catches. He blocked a punt and recovered it for a touchdown and finished with 60 tackles. “Izon had a fantastic year for us. He’s tough and strong, his best days are ahead of him,” Stoughton coach Greg Burke said.

 

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Jacob Wolowacki – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior Jacob Wolowacki followed up a strong junior season with an impressive final year for the Panthers. Wolowacki was a two-way threat on offense, taking handoffs as well as catching passes out of the backfield. He rushed for 976 yards on 228 attempts and found the end zone 10 times on the ground. The senior also caught 21 passes for 262 yards and three touchdowns. “Jacob became a focal point of our offense with his quickness, vision, and excellent ability to catch the ball out of the backfield,” Franklin coach Eian Bain said.

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Defensive Line

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Julio Arevalo – Mansfield – Senior
For the second straight year, Mansfield senior Julio Arevalo was a force on the defensive line for the eight-win Hornets. Arevalo finished with 55 tackles, a team-best seven tackles for loss and a team-high 5-1/2 sacks. “Pound for pound, he’s as good a defensive lineman as we have had in a long time,” Mansfield coach Mike Redding said. “Very strong, very quick and aggressive and just played lower than everyone else. It seemed like he was always in the other team’s backfield and had a ton of tackles for loss and QB pressures.”

 

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Nate Hirsh – Sharon – Senior
Sharon senior Nate Hirsh has been a staple on the Eagles’ line for three years now. He anchored an offensive line that rushed for over 2,000 yards on the season. On defense, he had 23 tackles and he also served as the team punter. “Our six wins were directly tied to his play, 75% of our rushing touchdowns went to his side,” Sharon coach Dave Morse said. “As a two-way starter on our lines, he never earned the accolades of the people around him, but he was the big piece that made it all work.”

 

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Andrew Iverson – Stoughton – Senior
Stoughton senior Andrew Iverson dominated on the defensive side of the ball for the Black Knights. Starting at middle linebacker, Iverson racked up an impressive 86 tackles in the 2016 season. In addition, the senior had four sacks and had a nose for the ball, forcing four fumbles as well. Iverson also started at guard and was a top offensive lineman. “Andrew was just a super leader,” Stoughton head coach Greg Burke said. “He’s a smart kid and very strong. He played hurt and never missed a day.”

 

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Jack Mills – Oliver Ames – Junior
After a solid sophomore season, Oliver Ames’ Jack Mills impressed throughout his junior campaign. Not only was Mills a force on the defensive side, he was a top offensive lineman as well. He finished the 2016 season with 30 tackles, including four tackles for a loss. “Jack has been the anchor of our offensive and defensive lines the past two seasons. He is a tremendous leader, has a strong work ethic, and plays the game physical,” Oliver Ames head coach Mike Holland said.

 

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Thomas Reynolds – North Attleboro – Senior
For the second straight year, North Attleboro’s Thomas Reynolds was a force in the middle of the line. The senior started at center and nose tackle, anchoring both lines for Big Red. Reynolds excelled at blocking in both the passing and rushing game. On defense, he made it hard for teams to go up the middle, finishing with 37 tackles and 1.5 sacks. “He was a great center on offense,” North Attleboro head coach Don Johnson said. “A very athletic lineman who made lots of big plays on defense and rarely made a mental mistake.”

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Linebackers

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John DeLuca – King Philip – Senior
There wasn’t much that King Philip senior John DeLuca didn’t do for the undefeated D1A State Champion Warriors. In his first year at receiver, DeLuca became an x-factor for the Warriors offense, racking up 550 rushing yards and five touchdowns and finishing with 130 recieving yards on 16 catches and a touchdown. He was also a force on defense, with 38 tackles and three sacks. DeLuca also served as the team’s punter and holder. “John DeLuca is such a great all round football player. He’s everything we want a Warrior to be,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said.

 

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Blake Hill – Milford – Senior
Despite playing just over half the season, Milford senior Blake Hill was one of the top runners in the entire league. Hill rushed for 1,047 yards in just seven games (149.6 yards per game), one of the highest totals in the league. In three separate games, Hill had over 200 yards and four touchdowns. Hill, who is committed to play at Yale University next Fall, was also a top linebacker, registering 59 tackles, including nine for a loss. “He has a tremendous combination of speed and power on both sides of the ball,” Milford head coach Joe Todd said.

 

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Bobby Mylod – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Bobby Mylod was a key two-way player for the Davenport division winning Rocketeers. Whether it was in the running game, in the passing game or as a linebacker, Mylod made an impact in 2016. He had 42 receptions for 657 yards and 12 touchdowns as well as 58 carries for 540 yards and four touchdowns. “Bobby’s a powerful runner and a great blocker, but without a doubt our best receiver too. His strong play at outside linebacker made our defense so much better,” North head coach Don Johnson said.

 

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Alex Olsen – King Philip – Senior
King Philip senior Alex Olsen was a force on both sides of the ball for the Warriors, who went undefeated and won the D1A State Championship for the first time in program history. When Olsen wasn’t punishing defenders when he carrying the ball, he was dealing out big hits from his linebacker position. For the 2016 season, Olsen finished with 60 tackles, nine for a loss, a sack and two forced fumbles. “Alex Olsen is our coach on the field for our defense,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said. “He gets us all in the right spot and then he makes plays.”

 

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Travis Sjoberg – Mansfield – Senior
It seemed as though Mansfield senior Travis Sjoberg was in on every play on defense for the Hornets. The senior was all over the field, making plays and causing problems for the opposition. Sjoberg had an impressive 90 tackles in 2016 along with two forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries and a pick-six against Taunton. “He has some of the best defensive instincts we’ve seen in a long time,” Mansfield coach Mike Redding said. “He’s undersized at linebacker, but he’s so quick, tough and aggressive, the size wasn’t a factor.”

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Defensive Backs

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Andrew Dittrich – King Philip – Junior
King Philip junior Andrew Dittrich had a tendency to make clutch plays for the D1A State Champion Warriors. Opponents had trouble running the ball against KP but the secondary also prevented teams from throwing against the Warriors. Dittrich had the game-sealing interception on three occasions – twice in the playoffs, including the D1A South Sectional Final. “Andrew Dittrich played real solid for us all year and came up huge at the end of three games with game winning picks,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said.

 

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Tony Harris – Canton – Junior
Canton junior Tony Harris used his size and athleticism to make it difficult for teams to pass his way. A two-way starter, Harris was a big part of both the Bulldogs’ offense and defense. On offense, he caught two touchdowns and he rushed for two more. Defensively, he had 25 tackles and three interceptions, including a 43 yard pick-six. “Tony is a dynamic player with big play capability. Offensively, he blocked well for us and could run the ball too. Defensively he made some sure tackles and made some big plays. His leadership took a big leap this year, on and off the field,” Canton head coach Dave Bohane said.

 

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Kyle McCarthy – North Attleboro – Senior
North Attleboro senior Kyle McCarthy did it all for the Rocketeers and was a big reason Big Red won the Davenport in its first year in the division. McCarthy was a big piece of the offense, rushing for 496 yards and two touchdowns and hauling in 28 passes for 470 yards and three scores. Defensively, McCarthy was a top defensive back, making big play after big play. “Kyle had the best football instincts on the team,” North Attleboro head coach Don Johnson said. “Just a great play maker on both sides and a key leader on defense especially.”

 

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Ryan Sullivan – Stoughton – Senior
Stoughton senior Ryan Sullivan was making plays all over the field for the Black Knights in 2016. Sullivan, a running back and defensive back, was named Hockomock League Davenport division Co-MVP by the coaches. Offensively, Sullivan rushed for 706 yards on 85 carries and 11 touchdowns while racking up 295 receiving yards, two receiving touchdowns and two punt return touchdowns. Defensively, Sullivan led the way from the secondary, finishing with 71 tackles and three interceptions. “Ryan was so consistent, reliable, and a very smart player,” Stoughton coach Greg Burke said. “He never missed a game or practice, just a tremendous leader.”

 

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Izon Swain-Price – Stoughton – Senior
Not many defenses were able to contain or even slow down Stoughton senior Izon Swain-Price. Not only did Swain-Price produce running and catching the ball, he factored in on defense and special teams as well. He had had 893 yards on 69 carries and 14 rushing scores and added 309 yards and five receiving touchdowns on 10 catches. He blocked a punt and recovered it for a touchdown and finished with 60 tackles. “Izon had a fantastic year for us. He’s tough and strong, his best days are ahead of him,” Stoughton coach Greg Burke said.

 

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HockomockSports.com Hock 5 Special Teams

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Cole Baker – King Philip – Freshman
King Philip freshman Cole Baker emerged onto the scene as a reliable option for the Warriors. His three extra points in the D1A Super Bowl proved to be the difference in the score. During the season, Baker connected on 27-of-32 point after attempts. He also connected on one field goal, converting a 20-yard try against Attleboro, finishing with 30 points for his rookie year. “Cole Baker brought stability to our kicking game and as a freshman the future looks bright,” King Philip head coach Brian Lee said.

 

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John Cronin – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior John Cronin concluded his career with the Warriors with another strong season. Over his career, Cronin connected on six field goals – a career-long of 33 yards. Cronin had three game-winning field goals as well, including a 28-yard kick to beat KP last season. In 2016, Cronin split the uprights 26 times on point after attempts. “John Cronin has changed the complexity of several games with his kicking ability as well as propelling Foxboro to victory with timely and crucial field goals,” Foxboro head coach Jack Martinelli said.

 

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Diogo deSousa – Mansfield – Senior
Mansfield senior Diogo deSousa capped his career with the Hornets with yet another impressive season. deSousa was 40-of-41 on point after attempts and added three field goals. “He became so much of a factor in our games this year with deep kickoffs, automatic extra points and a threat of a field goal every time we were inside the 25 yard line,” Mansfield coach Mike Redding said. “He is in an elite category for kickers and he will help a college program immediately when he arrives next fall. His work ethic was impressive and he became one of our most valuable players.”

 

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Trey Guerrini – Foxboro – Senior
Foxboro senior Trey Guerrini made plays on both offense and special teams for the Warriors in 2016. On offense, he had 501 yards on 36 catches and eight touchdowns. He finished with 1,124 all-purpose yards with kick and punt returns factored in, as well as a punt return for a touchdown. He was also the team’s punter, averaging 34.7 yards per kick. He had 74 tackles and three interceptions as well. “Trey Guerrini has been a complete and outstanding high school player in the three phases of the game, offense , defense, and special teams,” Foxboro head coach Jack Martinelli said.

 

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Sean Lehane – Milford – Sophomore
Milford sophomore Sean Lehane followed up an impressive rookie campaign with a solid second season in 2016 for the Scarlet Hawks. After hitting on four field goals last year, Lehane tacked on two more in 2016 and connected on a career-high 36 yard field on. He was a consistent kicker for extra points and was a weapon in the punting game for the Scarlet Hawks. “Sean was a consistent punter, kick off, extra point and field goal kicker for us this year,” Milford head coach Joe Todd said.

 

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Taunton sophomore Noah Leonard has been selected as the 2016 HockomockSports.com Football Underclassman of the Year. Leonard won the starting job at quarterback in his first year on varsity and guided the Tigers to five wins.

Leonard improved each game as the season went on, finishing the season with a big performance on Thanksgiving over rival Coyle & Cassidy. Leonard led the Tigers to wins over New Bedford, Oliver Ames, Brookline and Weymouth as well as Coyle.

“Noah won the job in preseason because he didn’t make many mistakes,” Taunton head coach Brad Sidwell said. “He was calm and composed, which isn’t easy for a sophomore. As he gained experience, he went from managing the offensive huddle, to making some important throws for us. He also used his legs to scramble out of some protection breakdowns as well. Once he learns that he is an effective runner and runs more, he will be a real dual threat QB.”

On the season, Leonard went 90-158 – a 57% completion rate – for a total of 1,297 yards. He averaged an impressive 8.2 yards per throw while his career long went for 71 yards. He tossed 14 touchdowns, nine of which went to star receiver Adam McLaughlin, while only being picked off four times. He had a quarterback rating of 102.7 for the season.

“Noah was very impressive as a sophomore – he was poised and made a lot of great throws throughout the season,” HockomockSports.com Editor-in-Chief said. “You could tell he was very dedicated based on his growth throughout the year. Going forward, I think Taunton has a very strong piece to build around in Leonard.”

Leonard is the first Taunton football player to win the HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year award and third Taunton play of any sport to win it (EJ Dambreville, boys basketball; Luke Figueira, baseball).

Honorable Mention: Nick Evans (Attleboro), Evan Gibb (Stoughton), Kristian Connor (Mansfield), Ryan Clemente (North Attleboro)

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King Philip head coach Brian Lee has been selected as the 2016 HockomockSports.com Football Coach of the Year. Lee led the Warriors to a second Kelley-Rex division title in the past three seasons and the program’s first ever state title with a win over Reading in the Div. 1A Super Bowl at Gillette Stadium.

Lee made the move to bring junior quarterback Brendan Lydon under center, replacing two-year starter John DeLuca, and the KP offense finished with fewer than 20 points only twice this year. He also pushes the Warriors to be one of the most physical teams in the Hockomock and the Warriors were second in the league with only 146 points allowed.

“Few coaches have imparted their personality on a program the way that Brian has at KP,” said HockomockSports.com Managing Editor Josh Perry. “He added an attitude, a toughness, to the program and has made the Warriors one of the toughest teams to play week in, week out. Watching the players lift him up at the end of the Super Bowl and Brian sharing a moment with his father at Gillette Stadium, it was obvious what it meant to him to lead KP to the title.”

This is the second time in three years that Lee has been named the Coach of the Year, also winning in 2014. All four coaches that have been selected have come from the Kelley-Rex division (Mike Strachan of Attleboro in 2013, Lee in 2014, and Don Johnson of North Attleboro in 2015).

Honorable Mentions: Don Johnson (North Attleboro), Greg Burke (Stoughton), Mike Redding (Mansfield)