Key Points
  • Erie linebacker Carson Hageman received the Longmont Times-Call defensive player of the year award.
  • Hageman's outstanding performance, including 185 tackles, led him to win the Northern 2 League defensive player of the year.
  • He prioritizes the team's success over individual accolades and values playing alongside his brother and under the coaching of their father.
  • The Erie Tigers' defense underwent a radical transformation in 2023, becoming one of the most dominant forces in Class 4A football.
  • Hageman's exceptional performance included an average of 13.2 tackles per game and a team-most seven sacks, contributing to the team's defensive success.
  • His coach Jeff Giger praised Hageman's selfless and passionate play, highlighting his desire to win.
  • Despite his success in football, Hageman is also a four-star wrestler and achieved third place in the 165-pound bracket at the Northern Colorado Christmas Tournament shortly after the football season.