Cole Britton, a senior quarterback for the South Side Hawks is the NEWS/TALK 101.5 FM & WNWS.COM football ‘Player of the Week,’ presented by Mann’s Wrecker and AJD Metal Designs.com.

Cole completed 16-of-22 pass attempts for 200 yards and two touchdowns in South Side’s 21-13 win over rival North Side, October 22.

With the win, the Hawks claimed the Commissioner’s Cup for 2021.

Cole, who also rushed for 21 yards on two carries, has completed 81 of his 148 pass attempts, and became the first South Side quarterback in six years to pass surpass the 1,000 yard mark (1,098) in a season.

He has also rushed for 150 yards on 13 carries for this season.

The Hawks (4-5) entertain Lexington (5-4) in a Class 4A, Region 6 game with a home state playoff berth on the line, Friday.

“I give a lot of credit to my offensive line and receivers,” Cole said, “They got open and got to the sticks (yard marker) and moved the chains. Now the focus is on Lexington.”

Coaches Quote:

“We had a big win over the North Side Indians and Cole Britton was one of those reasons,” said Tyler Reeder, South Side head football coach, “It was a big team effort, but Cole was the one who stood out.

“Not only did we get the big win, Friday night, but Cole also went over 1,000 yards passing this year … a big accomplishment and we’re proud of him and we look forward to finishing the season strong.”

(PHOTO: Cole Britton, South Side quarterback, right, with South Side head football coach Tyler Reeder)