Big Eight honors football players

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BRANCH COUNTY ? The games are over and the Big Eight All-Conference teams have been chosen. The following is a bit on each first team selection.
Josh Holton, RB, Union City
Holton was the Big Eight Conference MVP and a All-Big Eight First Team pick on offense. Holton showed what he could do as the featured back for the Chargers as he rushed for 1,820 yards and 23 touchdowns on the year. His speed and athleticism helped him average more than a first down per carry (11.59 yards).
"He has the most unique blend of athletic ability, speed and physicality I've ever coached in terms of a running back," said Davis. Holton was also second team defensive pick at defensive back.
Scott Alwood, OL, Union City
Alwood ? a All-Big Eight First Team offensive lineman ?was a huge key to the success of the Charger offense that opened holes for an 1,800 yard back. Alwood was the anchor, making calls on the offense that averaged 286.6 yards per game. "Scott was our best offensive lineman," said Union City coach Chris Davis. "He is extremely intelligent."
Geordan Blowers, DL, Union City
Blowers anchored the Charger defensive line, leading the way with 41 tackles at his position. Blowers was always up to task every Friday night, facing the best offensive lineman on opposing side. "Geo" was recognized for his play with an All-Big Eight First Team pick on defense.
"He is always a presence for us on the defensive line," said Davis.
Chris Rieger, DE, Union City
Rieger ? an All-Big Eight First Team pick on defense ? was a force on the defensive side of the ball for Union City, pulling in an astounding 96 tackles and nine sacks on the season. In addition, Rieger had three interceptions, caused two fumbles and recovered two fumbles.
"We could always count on him to come through with a tackle for loss, sack, or forced fumble," said Davis.
Levi Drumm, LB, Quincy
The senior inside linebacker earned Big Eight All-Conference First Team defense honors as one of the top two tacklers for the Orioles for the 2012 campaign. Drumm recorded 54 tackles and a fumble recovery on the season to help lead the Quincy defense in what turned out to be a challenging season for Quincy.
Second team picks included Quincy's Jimmy Strock (RB) and Connor Bassage (K) and Union City's Devon DiGiacomo at LB.
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