Polk quarterback Alec Philpott was recently named Western Highlands Conference Offensive Player of the Year. Five other Wolverines joined him on the all-conference team. (photo by Fulton Hampton)

Six Wolverines named to All Conference team

Published 10:34am Friday, November 30, 2012

Polk County once again had a successful season finishing 9-4 overall and 5-2 in the WHC, advancing to the second round of 2A playoffs.

Monday, Nov. 26 the All-Western Highlands Conference football team was announced and Polk placed six players on the team.

Alec Philpott received The Offensive Player of the Year award with 1,251 yards rushing and 1,506 yards passing.  He finished with a combined 31 touchdowns (18 rushing and 13 passing).

Polk WHC All conference selections:

Alec Philpott: Quarterback/ Defensive back

Anthony Carson: Wide receiver/Defensive back

Lucas Williams: Linebacker/Tight end

Jordan Smith: Running back/ defensive back (only sophomore)

Reece Schlabach: Wide receiver/ Defensive back

Zane Capozzi: Offensive/Defensive lineman

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