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THE MARK VINCENT PELINI FOUNDATION ANNOUNCED THE CENTER OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

The Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation Announces the Inaugural Center of Excellence Award
“Work hard and always stay the good path” Mark Vincent Pelini, AUGUST 27, 1991 – OCTOBER 2, 2022
Mark Vincent Pelini, a former Cardinal Mooney High School and University of Nebraska Center, exemplified discipline, courage, faith, and integrity. A leader on and off the field, Mark’s legacy continues to inspire through the initiatives of the Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation.
In honor of his life and values, the foundation is proud to introduce the MVP Center of Excellence Award, which recognizes an exceptional Senior Offensive Lineman (Center) from Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Summit, and Stark Counties. The award celebrates individuals who excel in athletics, academics, and community service—upholding the leadership, courage, compassion, and integrity that defined Mark Pelini.
As a teammate, he was a leader, a challenger, a fierce competitor and a friend. As a son of God, he was spiritual, fair, kind and inquisitive. As a son and brother, he was loyal and loving and invested.
In paying homage to Mark’s legacy, the Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation is proud to add the MVP Center of Excellence Award to its list of initiatives in line with their mission to impact the community and the youth of tomorrow in Mark’s name.
The MVP Center of Excellence Award will be presented to an outstanding Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Summit and Stark County Senior Offensive Lineman (Center) who excels on the field, in the classroom and in the community. He should be a leader. He should have courage and compassion, faith and integrity. He should excel on the field, in the classroom in the community.
2024 MVP Center of Excellence Finalists
Each high school coach in every classification was invited to nominate one Senior Center. The 12 Center of Excellence finalists were nominated by their head coaches and considered by a selection committee The Selection Committee includes Bo Pelini, Michael Zordich, Alex Zordich, Donald D’Alesio, Zach Larson, Tom Velasquez, Tim Marlowe, Nico Mancuso.
• Dalton Johnson, East Palestine (Head Coach: Michael Demster)
• Mikey Eckman, Salem (Head Coach: Ron Johnson)
• Hayden Martin, West Branch (Head Coach: Tim Cooper)
• Weston Little, Sandy Valley (Head Coach: Brian Gamble)
• Andrew Brian, South Range (Head Coach: Dave Rach)
• Teigan Essig, Jackson (Head Coach: Jay Rohr)
• Nolan McKendry, Green (Head Coach: Mark Geis)
• Ethan Laslo, JFK Catholic (Head Coach: Damon Buente)
• Nate Cross, Archbishop Hoban (Head Coach: Tim Tyrell)
• Matthew DeSciscio, Walsh Jesuit (Head Coach: Nick Alexander)
•Jymier Burrage, Valley Christian (Head Coach: Andrew Hake)
•Deandre Campbell, Buchtel (Head Coach Bryan: Williams)
Award Breakfast Details
The Center of Excellence Award winner will be revealed at the MVP Center of Excellence Award breakfast on December 14, 2024.
Center of Excellence Award Breakfast
Presenting Sponsor: Zabel’s Restaurant Equipment and Supplies
Date: Saturday December 14, 2024
Location: St. Luke Roman Catholic Parish
5225 South Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio
Time: 11:00am-1:30pm
Master of Ceremonies: DJ Yokley
Guest Speaker: Bo Pelini
Benefiting the Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation
Enjoy a breakfast honoring 12 COE Finalists and the Center Of Excellence Trophy Presentation
Business Attire
Tickets & Sponsorship Opportunities
Tickets for the breakfast are available at www.markvincentpelinifoundation.org/coe-page. Both individual tickets and full tables are available for purchase. Sponsorship opportunities are also encouraged to support this meaningful initiative.
About the Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation
The Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation was established to honor the life and values of Mark Pelini by fostering programs and initiatives that support youth development, education, and community engagement. Visit www.markvincentpelinifoundation.org to learn more.

POMPELIA NAMED 2022 YSN GIRLS BASKETBALL MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

EAST PALESTINE, OH- Howland’s Alyssa Pompelia has been named 2022 Your Sports Network Girls Basketball Most Valuable Player according to the media company.

Pompelia was an integral piece of the Tigers during her senior campaign, helping Howland to a 19-7 record through a very challenging schedule.  During this season, Pompelia averaged 15.4 points per game and could take over a game at the drop of a hat.  Her skill set allowed her to score points at will, but her leadership and Basketball IQ showcased talents in the assist category, as well as her tenacity to pull down rebounds to give her team second opportunities at a bucket throughout the season.

Pompelia was selected as a Special mention on the All-Ohio team, and First Team All-District in Division I, and has garnered MVPs of each All-Star Game she’s played in 2022.

We congratulate Alyssa Pompelia on a phenomenal season, and career at Howland, as well as being chosen as the 2022 YSN Most Valuable Player in Girls Basketball.