| he 2010 season ended in historic fashion when Fort Hamilton and Lincoln, the PSALs two best teams, battled it out at Yankee Stadium in the first-ever high-school football game to take place there.
Fort Hamilton ended up raising the trophy after an 8-6 victory for its third city title in six years, but the first won by the Tigers current core of seniors. In a season filled with brawls, near-brawls and other off-the-field drama, it was a welcome send-off.
While no city teams lifted the three CHSFL trophies this year, Fordham Prep enjoyed a breakout season, advancing to the Class AAA semifinals for the first time and enjoying the first 10-win season in program history. ALL-CITY FIRST TEAM
Offense QB Brandon Barnes, Tottenville
The future is incredibly bright for this sophomore. Barnes, a Poly Prep transfer, threw for the most touchdowns (22) in the PSAL and was third in passing yardage (1,110) that against just one interception during the regular season. WR Devon Cajuste, Holy Cross
Freakishly athletic, the 6-foot-4, 211-pound senior came into the season a marked man, but excelled anyway. The Stanford-bound Cajuste led the CHSFL Class AAA in receiving with 47 catches for 864 yards and nine touchdowns. WR Alvin Cornelius, Tottenville
One of the most touted recruits in New York City, the 6-foot-3 Cornelius had the most receiving touchdowns in the PSAL (11) and also the most interceptions (six), helping the Pirates reach the semifinals. The junior is being looked at by Oregon, Miami, Rutgers, Temple and Boston College. RB John Diaz, St. Joseph by the Sea
The junior tailback stepped in after Chris Murphys injury and was the Vikings workhorse. He was second in the CHSFL AAA division in rushing with 1,479 and 17 touchdowns, numbers that should only improve next season. QB Terrel Hunt, Christ the King
The Syracuse-bound Hunt was one of the citys most dynamic players on both sides of ball, leading the Royals to one of their best seasons in recent years. He threw for 1,289 yards and 10 touchdowns and rushed for 1,218 yards and 14 scores. WR Wilbert Lee, Boys & Girls
No player in New York City was more valuable to his team in 2010. The UConn-bound Lee was second in the PSAL in rushing yards (964) and he wasnt even a true running back. The chiseled, 6-foot-3, 215-pound senior caught two touchdowns, ran back a 96-yard kickoff for a score and was Boys & Girls best defensive player at middle linebacker with 75 tackles and two interceptions. RB Gil Mendoza, Tottenville
Tottenville fans couldnt help but wonder what might have been if Mendoza was healthy in the playoffs after hurting his knee in the regular-season finale. The senior was the only running back over 1,000 yards (1,164) in the PSAL City Championship division and also led the league in rushing touchdowns (18). OL Marcus Smith, Campus Magnet
Want to know why the Bulldogs rushing attack was so consistently good, look no further than this 6-foot-8, 380-pound mountainous offensive lineman. Campus Magnet always ran to his side, which the coaching staff alternated to keep opposing defenses off balance. That was somewhat unnecessary -- even when defensive ends knew what was coming, Smith still flattened them. WR Mark Thomas, Thomas Jefferson
Whether it was running or receiving, the 6-foot-1 specimen was a threat to score every time he touched the ball. Thomas, a senior, had six touchdowns on the ground, three scoring catches and even returned one of his three interceptions to pay dirt in leading Jefferson to the playoffs in its first PSAL City Championship division season. QB Andrew Vital, Lincoln
On a team with the biggest line in the New York City, Vital was actually the strongest player on the field. The senior, who has interest from several College Football Championship Subdivision programs, was a load to bring down in the open field, rushing for 719 yards with 14 touchdowns second most in the PSAL to lead Lincoln to its first city championship game since 1993. RB Wavell Wint, Campus Magnet
As adept at breaking off a long run as making a big reception downfield, Wints versatility keyed Campus Magnet's potent attack. Speedy, shifty and strong, he got better in the fourth quarter and finished his memorable senior season with 16 touchdowns, four in the playoffs, and 1,576 all-purpose yards. Whatever College Football Championship Subdivision or Division II program that gets this senior will be in for a treat.
Defense DL Donavon Abreu, Campus Magnet
If there was an award for most improved player, Abreu would win by a landslide. The humble speed rusher had a PSAL City Championship division-leading 16 sacks, five fumble recoveries and 65 tackles this year, which is impressive in its own right. But even more startling when compared to the one sack and 14 tackles he compiled as a junior. LB Faton Bauta, Poly Prep
A two-time all-city selection, the junior excelled both at middle linebacker and as a bruising halfback. At 6-foot-3, 220 pounds, Bauta has offers from Maryland and Pittsburgh and has also drawn interest from Ohio State and Florida. DB Anthony Bronzo, Fordham Prep
The heart and soul of a Fordham Prep team that reached the CHSFL Class AAA semifinals for the first time and enjoyed its first 10-win season, Bronzo did a little bit of everything. The senior was a standout receiver, a lockdown defensive back and one of the leagues top punters. DL Louis Calcaterra, Tottenville
The Pirates offense drew all the headlines, but their defense was just as good this season. Calcaterra was their best pass rusher, racking up the second best sack total (11) in the PSAL during the regular season. The senior is going to be missed next year. DL Kevon Foster, Fort Hamilton
The skill position players for the Tigers were brilliant, but Fort Hamilton ultimately won its third city title in six years because of its strength in the trenches. Foster was integral to that success, a sturdy rock on both sides of the ball. He did his best work on defense, where he compiled 58 tackles and 11 sacks. DL Siddiq Iddrisu, Monsignor Farrell
The senior was the runner-up for the CHSFLs lineman of the year award. With all the Lions injuries, Iddrisus playmaking ability and toughness was a constant up front. His combination of speed and strength and was always a threat to force a turnover. DL Taykwan Lynch, Curtis
The Warriors defense remained one of the citys best despite being decimated by graduation and Lynch was among its stalwarts. The unit was about depth and 11 players swarming to the ball, but if there was one star, he would be it, a speedy and tenacious senior who finished the year with eye-popping numbers: 10 sacks and 70 tackles. DL Rasheem Stroud, Fort Hamilton
The younger brother of Rutgers wide receiver Keith Stroud, the senior carved out his own legacy at Fort Hamilton this fall as one of the areas top defensive players. Despite missing two games, he still finished with 81 tackles and 15 sacks, six during a phenomenal postseason. S Jhaleel Oswald, Campus Magnet
The Bulldogs emotional leader and their mouthpiece, his move from outside linebacker to strong safety only enhanced his college stock. For one of the citys top defenses, Oswald made 78 tackles -- third best in the PSAL City Championship division added four sacks, three fumble recoveries and two touchdowns. He counts UMass, Stony Brook, Maine, Buffalo and Rhode Island among his suitors. DL Ishaq Williams, Lincoln
The five boroughs lone All-American, Williams was a two-way star, a playmaking tight end (five TDs) and pass-rushing demon (six sacks) at defensive end. The humble 6-foot-6, 230-pound national prospect plans to pick a college during the U.S. Army All-American game Jan. 8. He is down to Penn State, Syracuse, USC, Notre Dame and Alabama. DL Wayne Williams, Lincoln
The citys premier defensive tackle became a two-way dynamo this fall, a consistent offensive tackle in addition to his dominance on the defensive side of the ball. Strong as an ox, the affable and easy-going Williams, who had 48 tackles and five sacks for the PSALs top defense, is known for his size and strength at 6-foot-6 and 370 pounds, but is also surprisingly athletic. ALL-CITY SECOND TEAM
Offense
QB/WR Tynell Brown, Curtis
OL Louis Carey, Tottenville
WR Wesley Foryoh, Curtis
OL Ivan Foy, Fort Hamilton
RB Zach Kearney, Xaverian
QB Max Kinder, Fordham Prep
RB Andrew King, Flushing
FB Ashton McKenzie, DeWitt Clinton
WR Abraham Ocasio, Cardinal Hayes
QB Jordan Paul, New Utrecht
RB Laray Smith, Xaverian
Defense
LB Allan Bronzo, Fordham Prep
LB Kenny Coughlin, Tottenville
DB Bruce Parker, Mount St. Michael
LB Shaquille Frederick, Holy Cross
LB Dujuan Heath, Lincoln
DL Edwin Karnley, Curtis
DB Wayne Morgan, Erasmus Hall
DB Tushaun Plummer, Xaverian
DB Travon Segure, Fort Hamilton
DB Kerrick Simmons, Lincoln
LB Kareem Turnage, Campus Magnet ALL-CITY HONORABLE MENTION
QB Jaylen Amaker, Mount St. Michael
DL Rashid Armand, Sheepshead Bay
DB Niheem Chavis, Tottenville
RB Shaquell Jackson, Erasmus Hall
OL Francisco Mendez, John F. Kennedy
S Mike Marcus, DeWitt Clinton
RB Isayah Muller, Truman
QB Greg Rando, Xaverian
LB/PR/KR Shittu Salami, Flushing
RB Wesley Sumpter, Fort Hamilton
RB Donald Thomas, Cardinal Hayes
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