Joseph Pappa, who plays football for Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta, was honored on March 31 by the 47th Annual Phil Simms North vs South All-Star Classic and the New Jersey National Guard.
As part of the 1st Annual North vs South All-Star Selection Tour, Pappa was one of 26 football players across New Jersey selected to participate in the All-Star Football Classic at Kean University on June 8.
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During the ceremony, Pope John Football Head Coach Dom Gaston said, “If you are looking for a prime example of what Pope John Football is all about, you look at Joe Pappa.”
While accepting the award, Pappa said, “I just want to thank my parents, my coaches, and my fellow players for helping me get to where I am right now.”
