Ursuline's DC Ferrell was named the Mahoning Valley Coaches Association Football Player of the Year.

Ferrell led the Irish to the state semi finals accounting for more than 2,000 yards passing , 1000 yards rushing & 32 combined passing and rushing touchdowns.

"My mindset was I knew I was the smallest guy on the field but I also had a big heart," said Ferrell after receiving the award from Dom Prologo of the MVCA. Ferrell also received a $500 dollar scholarship courtesy of Austintown Financial Services.

Ursuline coach Dan Reardon says he's one of the best around. " A kid like him with the ball in his hands every single play, there's a good chance of something good happening and often times it did," said Reardon.

"He was never too high or low and just performed a high level day after day," concluded Reardon.

This is the second year the MVCA has presented this award.