Indianapolis – Chuck Sorrell of South Putnam High School has been named the Colts/NFL Coach of the Week, presented by Indianapolis-based Corteva Agriscience and sponsored in part by Certor Sports, the Indianapolis Colts announced today.
In last week's Class 1A state championship at Lucas Oil Stadium, the No. 2 Eagles defeated No. 3 Pioneer, 55-29. With the game tied 14-14 at halftime, the Eagles exploded for 41 points in the second half en route to the school's second state football crown. It was the Eagles' first state championship appearance in 23 years and the first title since 1986.
The following coaches were also recognized as honorable mentions for Week 11:
Class 2A: Chris Skinner - Andrean
Class 3A: Connor Simmons – Cascade
Class 4A: Jason Garrett – Ft. Wayne Bishop Dwenger
Class 5A: Kyle Ralph – New Palestine
Class 6A: John Hart – Brownsburg
This season marks the 26th year the Colts have recognized outstanding high school football coaches throughout Indiana. Each week following a high school football weekend, one coach will be announced as the honoree.
All high school head coaches in the state are eligible regardless of their school size, league or division. Coaches are evaluated on various factors including the coach's impact on the team, school and community, as well as the team's performance. The honorees are selected by a panel of football media, former athletic directors and other football representatives from across the state.
At the conclusion of the high school season, each winning coach will receive a $1,000 donation from the NFL Foundation, as well as a commemorative plaque. What's more, Corteva Agriscience will contribute an additional $1,000 to the school's athletic fund. Certor Sports will issue a $1,000 helmet credit to each winning program's athletic department.
For more info, visit Colts.com/HighSchoolFootball.
