Panthers receive football awards

The Rhode Island Football Coaches Association unveiled their postseason awards for the 2024 season and a handful of Johnston Panthers were recognized.

Leading the way was running back and linebacker Dean Paris, who was named to the Division III First Team along with lineman Matt Ponte.

Quarterback Matt Clements made the Division III Second Team along with freshman receiver Lyalo Harrison-Perez. Kayden Burrell-Cann also made the second team as well as Mike Abbruzzi. 

Wrapping things up were Yadier Grullon and James Estrada, who were named to the Division III Third Team.