SPRINGFIELD, PA – On a Sunday afternoon late in January while the NFL sat idle, preparing for sports greatest stage, the Marple Newtown football family spent a couple of hours together reflecting on their historic and memorable season.
The 2006 Marple Newtown Football Team Banquet once again convened at the Lamb Tavern Restaurant on Sunday, January 28th, 2007. This event was sponsored by the Tiger Football Boosters Association.
The 2006 recipient of the Brain “Woody” Peoples Memorial Scholarship was senior OG/DE Kevin Talley.
Junior DE Pete Massaro was honored for his accomplishment of earning a spot on the AP AAA Pennsylvania All-State team (second-team).
The coaching staff took turns honoring the freshman, sophomore, and junior classes. Coach Gionta honored the seniors and recapped their accomplishments and the season.
TigersCast was on hand to catch all of the action including speeches given by coaches and players along with the presentation of various awards. Enjoy.
Special Thanks Given By Coach Ray Gionta
Coach Rob Allman presents Most Dedicated Player Award to senior QB Jon Liberty
Coach Lou D’Alonzo presents Special Teams MVP Award to senior HB/LB/S Ted Seiler
Coach Lou D’Alonzo presents the George Schmitt Defensive MVP Award to senior DT Dave Hansell
Coach Nick Reynolds presents the Bill Maas Outstanding Lineman Award to senior OT/DT Perry Koliatsis
Coach Nick Reynolds presents the Most Improved Player Award to senior OG/DE Shane Breslin
Coach Ray Gionta presents the Bob Kenig Coaches Award to senior FB/LB Trevor Viviani
Coach Mike Doyle presents the Offensive MVP Award to senior RB John Rutecki
Coach Ray Gionta presents the Team Most Valuable Player Award to senior TE/LB Pat Aigeldinger
Coach Ray Gionta announces the captains of the 2007 Marple Newtown Football Tigers – Pete Massaro and John Rutecki
Outgoing captains Pat Aigeldinger and Jon Liberty reflect on the season and their careers at Marple Newtown