HCV's All-County Team

Raphael Ortiz, Senior, St. Peter's Prep

A First-Team All-State selection, the Marauder offense didn't miss a beat with Ortiz under center. He threw for 1,518 yards and 18 touchdowns for Prep, highlighted by a three-score performance against St. Joseph (Montvale) and two wins over Bergen Catholic.

Savon Huggins, Junior, St. Peter's Prep

One of the country's premier junior running backs, Huggins rushed for over 1,400 yards and 21 touchdowns. He set a school record with 312 rushing yards against St. Joseph (Montvale) and had 199 yards and three touchdowns against Bergen Catholic in the Non-Public, Group IV semifinals.

Joe Impreveduto, Senior, Secaucus

A physical runner, the end zone became Impreveduto's second home as he scored a county-best 28 touchdowns. Impreveduto rushed for 1,529 yards on the season, 392 of them (and four touchdowns) in playoff victories over Weequahic and Becton. He also had 81 tackles on defense.

Dominick Montanez, Junior, Union City

One of the fastest backs in Hudson County, Montanez was a true home run threat for the Soaring Eagles. The junior rushed for 1,192 yards, averaged nine yards a carry and scored eight touchdowns. Against Dickinson, Montanez needed just 12 carries to get 205 yards and a pair of scores.

Tyron Stevens, Junior, Lincoln

Injuries limited Stevens to just eight games, but when healthy, the junior could carry his offense on his shoulders. The 5-foot-10, 190-pound back, powered his way 14 touchdowns. He had five multi-touchdown games, the biggest coming in a 241-yard, two score performance against St. Anthony.

Ronald Butler, Junior, Lincoln

Whether it was as a quarterback, receiver, returner or cornerback, few were more lethal with the ball in his hands. Butler intercepted seven passes, returning two for touchdowns and accumulating 237 yards. Butler added 471 yards and five scores as a receiver. He also threw for two touchdowns.

Corey Davis, Senior, St. Peter's Prep

A running back a year ago, Davis excelled at his new position, hauling in 35 passes for 547 yards and eight touchdowns for Prep. A true two-way player, the 5-foot-9 senior is a physical cornerback. He made pivotal interceptions in each victory over Bergen Catholic.

Kevin Innis, Senior, St. Peter's Prep

Innis was a true two-way standout for the Marauders. At tight end he was a strong blocker for a Prep team that averaged 39 points per game on offense. But Innis' biggest impact may have come at linebacker where the co-captain recorded 73 tackles, the second most for the Non-Public, Group IV finalist.

Mike Beltre, Senior, North Bergen

The Bruins experienced a bounce-back season in 2009, thanks in part to this 5-foot-8, 225-pound senior guard. He helped pave the way for one of the best running duos in the area in Peter Ramanand and Carlos Mateo. Beltre was an All-NJTCC Division 4 selection at this position.

Betim Bujari, Senior, Secaucus

Few players could match the size, athleticism and versatility of Bujari. The Rutgers-bound guard helped pave the way for two 1,000 yard rushers (Impreveduto and Ed Delgado this season). That versatility was key on defense as the 6-foot-3, 290-pounder had 91 tackles and five sacks.

Keith Lumpkin, Junior, St. Peter's Prep

At 6-foot-8 and 270 pounds, Lumpkin is an intimidating presence at right tackle. He combines that size and strength with athleticism to excel in run and pass blocking. Lumpkin's rare blend of talents have college coaches in both football and basketball interested.

Josue Matias, Junior, Union City

At 6-foot-5 and 280 pounds, Matias has the size and athleticism that college Division 1 coaches crave. Rutgers and UConn have already offered scholarships to the left tackle with many other showing interest. Matias also helped pave the way for Dominick Montanez's 1,200 yard season.

Anthony Wilkins, Senior, St. Peter's Prep

At 6-foot-5 and 350 pounds, Wilkins is a true road grater for the Marauders. A First-Team NJTCC Division 4 selection, Wilkins helped paved the way for a Marauder offense that averaged 39 points per game.

Kevin Cosgrove, Junior, St. Peter's Prep

Plenty of teams have to hold their breath when they call upon their kicker, but the Marauders didn't have such concerns with Cosgrove. He converted on 47-of-59 extra-point attempts this season. Cosgrove, who also punted and kicked off, drilled three field goals, including a 41-yarder against Union City.

Peter Ramanand, Junior, North Bergen

Whether it was with his arm or his legs, Ramanand was a game-changer at QB and as a kick returner for the Bruins. He rushed for 1,032 yards and nine touchdowns as completed 53-of-92 passes for 857 yards and 11 scores. For good measure this junior returned a punt for a touchdown.

Joshua Ford, Senior, St. Anthony

2009 was a breakout season for the 6-foot-4, 215 pound senior. His size made the Friars a dangerous passing team as Ford hauled in 46 passes for 1,000 yards and a county-best 17 touchdowns. He can also rush the passer as evidenced by his multi-sack games against Marist and Newark Academy.

Nick Gjoni, Junior, Secaucus

This 6-foot-4, 300 pound lineman was downright unblockable at times. Gjoni had seven sacks on the season, three of them in a North 2, Group I semifinal victory over Becton. The junior was also an All-BCSL National selection at left tackle for a Patriot squad which averaged 38 points per game.

Dane Longa, Junior, St. Peter's Prep

The Marauders overcome the lost of all three starting defensive linemen a year thanks in large part to Longa's play. The 5-foot-10, 280 pound defensive end was an anchor on the run defense with 43 tackles. Longa earned All-Conference honors as part of a Prep defense which held four teams to less than 10 points.

Khadeem Wilson, Junior, Marist

This junior defensive end spent plenty of time in the opponent's backfield, recording six sacks and 11 tackles for loss to go with 36 tackles and an interception return for a touchdown. At 6-foot-3, Wilson could stretch defenses as a receiving tight end and was an All-NJTCC Division 6 selection at both positions.

Will Bustillo, Junior, Hudson Catholic

Bustillo continued to be one of the most physical linebackers in the county. An All-NJTCC Division 6 member at linebacker, Bustillo was the centerpiece of the Hawks' defense at MLB. He recorded 12 tackles in a win over Marist. Against Hoboken, Bustillo also hauled in a touchdown on offense.

Gianni McLaughlin, Senior, St. Peter's Prep

Called "the heart and soul" of the defense by head coach Rich Hansen, McLaughlin had 106 tackles and a knack for the big play. An All-State selection, McLaughlin forced a critical fumble in the final minutes of a win over Bergen Catholic and returned an interception for a score in the November rematch.

Travis Rivera, Senior, Hoboken

Rivera made the transition from safety to linebacker with little trouble. Nicknamed "The Truck," Rivera was all over the field and made three consecutive goal line stops in a win over Hudson Catholic. More than just a defender, he also had 151 yards rushing and two scores against the Hawks.

Jidamon Sparkman, Junior, St. Anthony

Sparkman helped lead the Friars to the state playoffs for the first time in 2009. He had team-high 71 tackles and was one of the best coverage linebackers in the county with three interceptions. Sparkman could also change a game on offense as evidenced by his 208 yards of total offense against Hoboken

Bryant Worts, Senior, Ferris

Worts continued to be one of the county's premier defensive talents, racking up 102 tackles, eight sacks and three forced fumbles. He also carried the load on offense with 1,036 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns. Against Union City, Worts had 12 tackles, rushed for 155 yards and scored three touchdowns.

Vinny Ascolese, Sophomore, North Bergen

Splitting time between linebacker and corner, Ascolese delivered plenty of hard hits for the Bruins. He delivered five sacks, forced three fumbles and had two interceptions (one returned for a TD) on a defense which allowed 10 points or less four times. He also had 61 tackles and 27 assists.

Jason Montalvo, Junior, Hoboken

After a forgettable sophomore campaign, Montalvo bounced back in a big way this season. The big-play back rushed for 250 yards and scored four touchdowns in a thrilling victory over St. Anthony. Montalvo shredded Hudson Catholic for 223 yards, two touchdowns and a game-ending interception.

Sheldon Royster, Junior, St. Peter's Prep

Royster's ferocious hits and pass coverage has made him one of the top safety prospects in his class. He had 65 tackles and three interceptions for the Marauders this season. Touches on the offensive end were limited, but Royster had 803 total yards and eight touchdowns as a runner, receiver and kick returner.

Terrence Thomas, Senior, Lincoln

Nicknamed "T.N.T." Thomas lived up to the name with 11 tackles for loss, three forced fumbles and three sacks at his safety position. Overall, the 5-foot-10, 170-pound, Thomas had 74 tackles, highlighted by a season-best 12 against Marist.

Matt Traynor, Junior, Secaucus

Traynor's 49-yard punt to the Cedar Grove 1-yard line helped set up the Patriots' first TD, but his impact went well beyond special teams. Traynor had 25 catches for 707 yards and five touchdowns at receiver. He also threw for a touchdown, returned kicks and intercepted four passes on defense.

Oscar Torres, Junior, Hudson Catholic

Torres emerged as the Hawks' starting running back midway through the season and provided a huge boost to the offense. A lethal runner in the open field, he accumulated 241 total yards against Hoboken, rushed for 177 yards and three scores in a win over Snyder. He also had 101 yards against Marist.