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Northport Football Player Named Bob Zellner Award Winner

The award honors the top lineman in Suffolk County.

Northport High School varsity lineman Tyler Pendersen was recently named the winner of the Bob Zellner award, which honors the top lineman in Suffolk County.

Tyler was recognized for his talent and strong leadership at the county awards dinner at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Hauppauge on Dec. 3.

NHS Coach Pat Campbell spoke highly of Tyler, commending his magnetic personality, his drive for excellence and his dedication to the game. Campbell commented that even in the off season, Tyler is in the weight room working hard, but also helping others better prepare for the upcoming season.

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“He’s always been a hard worker,” said Campbell, “and an all-season guy. All the work he put in in the off-season really paid off for him this year.”

Story, Photo courtesy of the Northport-East Northport Union Free School District: Northport High School varsity lineman Tyler Pendersen was recently named the winner of the Bob Zellner award, which honors the top lineman in Suffolk County.

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