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Gatorade 2022 - 2023: Player of the Year

Football - Wyoming

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FOOTBALL

Colson Coon

Running back/Linebacker
SHERIDAN HS
SHERIDAN, WYOMING
SENIOR
Height: 5-FOOT-10
Press Release

Peak Performance

2195

Rushing Yards

34

Rushing Touchdowns

93

Tackles
“Coon is one of the best all-around football players that I’ve seen in a long time. His competitive spirit cannot be understated. Sheridan relied on him (in every phase). His durability to never come off the field and get stronger as the game goes on shows his leadership and competitive desire.”
Mark Lenhardt
Head Coach - Rock Springs head coach
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Athletic Excellence

The 5-foot-10, 180-pound senior running back and linebacker rushed for 2,195 yards and 34 touchdowns, leading the Broncs (12-0) to their second consecutive Class 4A state championship and the 29th state title in program history. The state’s returning Gatorade Football Player of the Year, Coon ran for 765 total yards in Sheridan’s final two playoff games, including a single-game state record 517 yards in the state semifinal. He also made 93 tackles on defense and served as the team’s kicker and punter.

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Academic Achievement

Coon has maintained a 3.71 GPA in the classroom. At the time of his selection, he remained undecided upon a collegiate destination.

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Exemplary Character

Coon has volunteered locally as a mentor within Big Brothers Big Sisters and participates in Sheridan’s Bronc Builders initiative. He has also donated his time with Sheridan’s WYO Rodeo.