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Quarterback ChallengeThe Toyota Quarterback Challenge showcased Maryland high school quarterbacks who are chosen in conjunction with the High School Coaches Association. During halftime of every home game this season, one quarterback and two receivers from each participating high school were featured in a passing competition. Each quarterback was given two chances to complete the longest pass to his receivers. Both high schools received 40 tickets for the game so their team could attend and cheer them on. This season, the athletes also received a Joe Flacco autographed football and a $300 gift card from Dick’s Sporting Goods for their high school’s Athletic Department. Congratulations to the outstanding athletes from the high schools listed below who participated in the Quarterback Challenge this season!
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8/13 - Redskins |
Calvert vs. Owings Mills |
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8/24 - Jets |
North Hagerstown vs. Wilde Lake |
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9/13 - Chiefs |
Dunbar vs. Hereford |
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9/27 - Browns |
Hammond vs. Randallstown |
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10/11 - Bengals |
Franklin vs. South River |
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11/1 - Broncos |
Edmonson vs. Old Mill |
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11/22 - Colts |
Aberdeen vs. Boys Latin |
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11/29 - Steelers |
Glenelg vs. Westminster |
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12/13 - Lions |
Baltimore Lutheran vs. Oakland Mills |
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12/20 - Bears |
Dundalk vs. Northwestern |
Champions Athletes of the WeekThe Baltimore Ravens worked with Baltimore area Athletic Directors to promote academic, athletic, and community excellence through the Ravens Champions Athlete of the Week program, presented by Toyota. One male and one female student athlete were selected prior to each home game to be recognized as the Ravens Champions/Athlete of the Week. Each recipient received two tickets to the respective game, a VIP field tour prior to the game, an in-game SMARTVISION mention, and a $500 donation to the school’s athletic program.
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9/13 - Chiefs |
Christina Johnson |
Parkville HS |
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David Lieb |
Middletown HS | |
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9/27 - Browns |
Taylor Blazer |
Stephen Decatur HS |
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Tyler Kight |
Frederick HS | |
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10/11 - Bengals |
Ashley Bacon |
South Carroll HS |
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Matt Watson |
Glen Burnie HS | |
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11/1 - Broncos |
Brittany Barr |
Century HS |
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Alan Blitstein |
Owings Mills HS | |
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11/22 - Colts |
Caitie Ellenby |
Bel Air HS |
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Kyle Jaski |
Kenwood HS | |
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11/29 - Steelers |
Kaitlyn Schmeiser |
Northern HS |
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Eli Dennis |
Easton HS | |
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12/13 - Lions |
Melanie Waters |
Chesapeake HS |
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Louis Pilachowski |
Overlea HS | |
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12/20 - Bears |
Alyssa Semones |
Westminister HS |
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Sean King |
Digital Harbor HS |
View photos of this season's outstanding student athletes.
The High School Player Development program provides incoming, fall season, sophomores, juniors and seniors a program focusing on academic counseling as well as specific football skill training by position.
Each participant gains a full awareness of what it takes to become a successful high school and collegiate student-athlete, along with the resources and information to meet NCAA Clearinghouse requirements. This is a free program sponsored and created by the National Football League.
For more information go to www.nflyouthpd.com or call the JPD and HSPD Regional Manager Bill McGregor, at 301-864-2755 301-864-2755.
The Baltimore Ravens would like to congratulate the Baltimore area team that represented the Ravens at the “2009 National 7-on-7 Tournament!” The team entered the tournament as the 3-seed in the AFC, but bowed out to the Indianapolis Colts team in the elimination round.
Special congratulations go to head coach Vince Ahearn and player Ryan Dixon for receiving this year’s coach and player “AFC Sportsmanship Awards!”
View more information about the NFL’s “7-on-7” program »
With more than four million boys and girls from around the country taking part in the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competition every year from July through January, it is one of the world's largest youth sports participation programs. Punt, Pass & Kick is a national skills competition for boys and girls to compete separately against their peers in punting, passing and place kicking. The NFL wants every child to be given an equal opportunity to compete, so there is no registration fee or purchase required for any participant to enter. Boys and girls, in four separate age divisions (8-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14-15), compete against each other in punting, passing and place kicking. Scores are calculated as distance minus accuracy. Winners from local events advance to Sectional Competitions, with the top five winners in each region advancing to Team Championships. The first-place finishers in each Team Championship age group advance to the National Finals at an NFL playoff game in January.
Thank you to all of those who participated in the 2009 Punt, Pass, and Kick competition, and congratulations to the following Baltimore Ravens sectional winners:
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8/9 Girls – Eva Macris |
8/9 Boys – Troy Hettinger |
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10/11 Girls – Mallory Pletzer |
10/11 Boys – Dominic Maggio |
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12/13 Girls – Paige Brice |
12/13 Boys – Brandon Custis |
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14/15 Girls – Sarah Firestone |
14/15 Boys – William Sensenderfer |
So what are you waiting for? Find out more about PP&K, or call (800) NFL-SNAP. See upcoming local competitions.
Check back each week during the 2009 NFL season for tips, fundamentals, and videos that will help to improve your game – whether you are rookie just starting to play football or are an experienced veteran.
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