East Rutherford, NJ – The New York Giants and Gatorade have selected Mr. Ryon O'Connell of Peru High School (Peru, N.Y.) as the Lou Rettino High School Coach of the Week for Week 8 of the 2025 season. The Peru Knighthawks remain undefeated and improved to 7-0 with a 27-0 win on the road in AuSable Valley last Friday night. With an equally potent offense and physical defense, they have outscored their opponents 259-49 so far this season.
The Lou Rettino High School Football Coach of the Week Award is part of the Giants' continuing effort to support local high school football programs. The Giants elected to name the award in memory of former Union High School (NJ) coach, Lou Rettino, for his fine commitment to the game of football, his community, and the betterment of his athletes' lives.