Congratulations to Lackawanna High School's own Sam Ikegwuono, winner of the Trench Trophy as the most outstanding football lineman in Western New York!
Ikegwuono is the first Lackawanna Steeler to win this award which honors the best offensive and defensive lineman in the area this season.
"It is a pleasure to coach and be a part of this young man's life," Coach Marcus Rivers said.
Ikegwuono received the honor last week.
"Congratulations to Sammy #53, Defensive Coach CJ Myles, Coach Rivers, past and present Lackawanna Football staff, LA Little Loop, LA's football and school community, and Sam's beautiful family for building this amazing athlete," said Lackawanna CSD Athletic Director, Amy D'Amato. "WNY Lineman of the Year is an unbelievable accomplishment! Your hard work and dedication are unmatched!"