"I admire how Mr. Thrower broke barriers and became a legend in the WPIAL”
JULIAN DUGGER
Senior - Quarterback
PENN HILLS HIGH SCHOOL
College selection: University of Pittsburgh
LOGAN KUSHNER
Senior - Quarterback
NORTH ALLEGHENY HIGH SCHOOL
College selection: Duquesne University
Excerpt from WTAF nomination speech:
"First and This is one of the most prestigious awards in all of Pennsylvania, named after a man who broke many barriers for the future of the National Football League."
MATT SIEG
Sophomore - Quarterback
FORT CHERRY HIGH SCHOOL
PAYTON WEHNER
Senior - Quarterback
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
College selection: St. Francis University
Excerpt from WTAF nomination speech:
"Thank you, Willie Thrower, for setting the standard for every great athlete, football player, and quarterback."
JAKE WOLFE
Senior - Quarterback
MONTOUR HIGH SCHOOL
College selection: Robert Morris University
Excerpt from WTAF nomination speech:
"Willie thrower broke many barriers and was a leader to many."
Congratulations to Payton Wehner -2023 Willie Thrower Award Winner!