Each year since 2006, MaxPreps has recognized outstanding performers in high school football. America's source for high school sports continues the tradition to close out the 2021 season by naming the top player in each state. Selections are based on team success and individual excellence, in addition to local and state accolades.
Jack Sivori of
St. Xavier (Louisville) is the 2021 MaxPreps Kentucky High School Football Player of the Year. The 6-0, 190-pound quarterback led the Tigers to a 14-1 record and a Class 6A championship with a 31-21 win over Male (Louisville). Sivori came up big in the final, completing 22-of-36 passes for 306 yards and three touchdowns. He also rushed for 64 yards on 26 carries with a touchdown.
For the season, Sivori completed 185-of-274 passes for 2,319 yards and 28 touchdowns. He also led the Tigers in rushing, gaining 1,277 yards on 225 carries with 23 touchdowns.
Each state's MaxPreps Player of the Year will be considered for inclusion in the MaxPreps All-America Team, which will be released in early January.
