This Week's Big 30 Selections

Pennsylvania

Ross Nicholson, Kane Area High School


6’2” 220lbs. Fullback, Defensive End

Ross will attend Indiana University of Pennsylvania to study Secondary Education and play football. Ross’s honors include; Selected to the All-State team 3 times, 3 time AML All-Star, 2 time D-9 Defensive Player of the Year, 2 time Big 30 All-Star, 2008 Big 30 Defensive Player of the Year, 2007 All State Defensive Player of the year in Class A. Ross was asked why he would like to play in the Big 30 Classic and he said, “for the chance to play High School football one more time with teammates and competitors that I have played with and against since I started playing at age 9 years old.” Ross’s biggest thrill came was playing in the state semifinals his junior year.

Dillan Holden, Sheffield Area High School


5’11” 200lbs. Tight End, Middle Linebacker

Dillan’s future is undecided at that time but would like to pursue a career in motorcycle mechanics. Dillan is an Honor Roll student and was a team captain for his football team. Dillan stated’ “I want to play in the Big 30 game because I love football, and the Big 30 gives me one more chance to play ball. Dillan continues on about his biggest thrill, “My biggest thrill was making big plays, whether it was making a big stuff in the middle or catching the game winning two point conversions.

Josh Catalano, Elk County Catholic High School

5’8” 180lbs. Fullback, Middle Linebacker

Josh will attend college to major in Secondary Education. Josh’s honors include; Big 30 All-Star, AML All-Star, Who’s Who among American High School Students, National Honor Society, USAA International Foreign Language Award, National Achievement Academy. Josh was asked why he wants to play in the game and he stated, “I love the game of football as well as earning money for charity.” Josh’s biggest thrill came when winning the first playoff game for his school in fifteen years.

New York

Christian Worth, Allegany-Limestone Central School

5’9” 160lbs. Running back/Wide Receiver, Cornerback

Christian plans to attend St. Bonaventure University to major in business. Christian’s honors include; Special Teams Player of the Year, and was a High Honor Roll student. Christian was asked why he wants to play in the Big 30 game he stated; “Having been a spectator for several years it comes with great pride and honor to be selected for such a prestigious event, it has always been one of my goals since playing.” Christian commented about his biggest thrill, “After a disappointing 0-9 football season my junior season, starting my senior year 4-0 and competing against eventual Class C State Champion Southwestern.”

Daniel Shaw, Randolph Central School

6’1” 180lbs. Wide Receiver, Linebacker/Strong Safety

Daniel is currently undecided but has had offers to play football at Brockport, Buffalo State, and Alfred University. Daniels honors include being named to the All-Conference Team, Big 30 Defensive All-Star. Daniel commented why he would like to play in the big 30 game and he stated, “I would like to play in the Big 30 game because I love to play football, it’s a chance to represent my school and home town, and is a great honor to be recognized for that type of athletic achievement.” Daniels biggest thrill came playing at Ralph Wilson stadium in 2007.

Adam Jacobs, Salamanca Central School


6’1” 190lbs. Running Back, Outside Linebacker

Adam is hoping to attend either Brockport or Elmira to study Sports Medicine. Adam talked about playing in the Big 30 game and he said, “I have watched the game since I was a young toddler and it’s been a dream to play in it.” Adams biggest thrill came in his junior year returning a punt 77 yards for a touchdown.

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