Wallace State’s Kile Named ACCC MVP; Howard Earns Coach of the Year as Lions Enter Conference Tournament Unbeaten
Emma Kile was named the ACCC Conference MVP.
Wallace State flag football continues to rewrite history in its inaugural season,
and on the eve of the ACCC Conference Championships, two of the program’s biggest
leaders were honored for their remarkable performances. Quarterback Emma Kile was
named the ACCC Conference MVP, while head coach Daniel Howard earned ACCC Coach of
the Year after guiding the Lions to an astounding 18-0 record in their first-ever
season.
Kile has been nothing short of spectacular under center, turning in one of the most
dominant statistical campaigns in the nation. She finished the regular season with
4,529 passing yards and a jaw-dropping 92 touchdown passes, while also adding six
rushing touchdowns and one receiving score. Her production—and poise—have been central
to Wallace State’s undefeated run.
“I am honored to be chosen as the first league MVP,” Kile said. “But I could not have
done it without all of my receivers and teammates.”
Howard, who built the program from the ground up this season, has led the Lions to
immediate conference prominence. Under his direction, Wallace State has combined explosive
offense with relentless defense, outscoring opponents by wide margins throughout the
fall.“This is a team award,” Howard said. “I could not have won it without the success
of the players and coaches.”
The undefeated Lions now turn their attention to championship weekend. Wallace State
will take the field in the ACCC Conference Championship semifinals at 2:30 p.m., where
they will face the winner of Snead State vs. Bishop State. With an unbeaten record
and two major conference awards already in hand, the Lions are poised and motivated
as they chase the program’s first championship.
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