YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – This year marks the 17th season for our WKBN Big 22, one of the most prestigious high school football awards in the state.

Included in our 2022 preseason contenders is:

Seandelle Gardner
Springfield Wide Receiver / Defensive Back

At the end of the season, we honor 22 of the best high school players from the 57 local teams in our coverage area, as voted on by the head coaches and members of the local media.

The Big 22 winners will be announced during a special show at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 on WKBN-TV. We will also crown our Big 22 Ohio and Pennsylvania Player of the Year.