"With Arizona bursting at the seams with incredible talent, the Arizona Sports & Entertainment
Commission is honored to assume the guardianship of the Ed Doherty Award,” said Nikki Balich,
executive director. “In 2023, we are expanding the Watch List, shining a brighter spotlight on the
growing high school football talent across the state, and celebrating not just the players, but also
their schools and communities. This season promises to be exciting."

Added Rob Yowell, co-chairman of the Ed Doherty Award Selection Committee, "Now that the
season is underway and games have been played, our work with the Ed Doherty Award Selection
Committee really kicks into action. Every year we are impressed by the amount of talent in
Arizona. We are looking forward to recognizing great performances in the weeks to come, and to
the journey ahead in selecting and celebrating our next member of the Doherty Club."

Watch List players could potentially receive an Ed Doherty Award Nomination Medallion when the
Selection Committee announces its weekly picks beginning Wednesday, September 13. However,
nominees are not limited to those appearing on the Watch List. Players chosen will be presented
with a medallion at their respective schools each week.

From release.

NOTE: Jose Garcia and Andy Morales are members of the Ed Doherty Award Selection Committe.