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Heart and Soul

LaMichael James - Sr. RB/QB, Liberty-Eylau. This record-setting running back was the East Texas version of Heisman Trophy runner-up, Darren McFadden. Gilmer head coach Jeff Traylor told me, "LaMichael James is an absolute warrior." James played whatever position was necessary, and basically willed his team week-in and week-out.

Mr. Leadership

Cashas Pollard - Sr. QB, Tatum. Pollard completed his high school career with a sparkling 41-4 record as a starter, and quarterbacked the Eagles to three consecutive state championship game appearances, winning the state title in 2005 and 2006.

Mr. Sacrifice

Jermie Calhoun - Sr. QB/RB, Van. One of the nation's top-ranked running backs spent most of the season playing quarterback, and still rushed for 1,908-yards and 32-TD's.

Mr. Versatility

Kendall Wright Sr. Pittsburg, QB/DB. In a year of great athletes, Kendall was among the best and sometimes most spectacular on both sides of the football. The dual-sport star combined for 2,742-yards rushing and passing, accounted for 29-TD's, and was a ball-hawk playing defensive back with 5-Interceptions, and returned 2-punts for touchdowns.