Being a football player takes hard work, just like it does for our South Central Power linemen. The #lineman2lineman program is back, and this year we asked YOU to nominate your favorite high school lineman football player for recognition in October.
We’re recognizing several players here on our website, as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
NOTE: The nomination period has ended.
Meet our 2020 #lineman2lineman players!
Student: Garet Cramer
School: Monroe Central High School
Hometown: Woodsfield
Notable Highlights: 2nd team All State, 2-time all OVAC, All MOVL
Years Playing: 4
Position Played: Guard / Defensive tackle
Quote from Nominator: “Garet is a dominant force on the field of play, but is an even better individual off the field. He sets the example for student-athlete and represents himself, his school and his community in the way that they deserve to be represented.” – Nominator John Ischy
Student: Urik France
School: Huntington High School
Hometown: Huntington Township
Notable Highlights: Played varsity as a freshman
Years Playing: 8
Position Played: Defensive tackle / offensive guard
Quote from Nominator: “Urik has worked and pushed himself more this year than I have ever seen. He started in June training, lifting, and had a personal trainer to work on his agility. – Nominator Bobbi France
Student: Bobby Pieratt
School: Amanda-Clearcreek High School
Hometown: Amanda
Notable Highlights: Nose-tackle, 5’8″ 150lbs, scholar athlete, district qualifier in wrestling, captain of wrestling team as a sophomore. Though he may be small in stature, this kid does not back down from any challenge!
Years Playing: 9
Position Played: Nose tackle / Running back
Quote from Nominator: “He may be small, but size has never defined him, on and off the field! He is relentless! Example: against Logan, he recovered a fumble 25 yards down field! He should be recognized for his determination and will! – Nominator Tara Pieratt
Student: Tanner Curry
School: Fairfield Union High School
Hometown: Bremen
Notable Highlights: 9-year player of Falcon football. His encouragement of others and guidance of the under classman makes him a class act. This is his senior year. He has never given up through several losing seasons and has the heart of a true Falcon.
Years Playing: 9
Position Played: Right and left guard/tackle. Offense and defense
Quote from Nominator: “Heart of a true Falcon” – nominator Heidi Taylor
Student: Caden Hicks
School: Pickerington Central High School
Hometown: Pickerington
Notable Highlights: 4-year member of Pickerington Central Tiger football, 3-year academic letter, 3-year varsity football letter, High Honor Roll, Drugs Free Club of America, member of the 2019 Division 1 State Football Championship football team, combine metal winner, member of Grace Fellowship High School Ministry, volunteer with PYAA Youth Flag Football as a referee
Years Playing: 4
Position Played: Offensive lineman
Quote from Nominator: “Caden is an outstanding young man and I am proud to be his grandmother. He is a positive, hard working, honest, responsible and motivated. He is also one of the most respectful young adults I have ever met. His parents and I are so proud of him. He goes above and beyond to help out when he is needed. He has volunteered his time every Sunday for the past 3 years both Spring and Fall season as a referee for the PYAA Youth Flag Football program. He has volunteered time serving with Grace Fellowship.” – nominator Leisa Hicks