Liberty Hill High School senior Ben Carter clinched the 2023 Ford Player of the Year Award for 5A football, following in the footsteps of LHHS senior Noah Long, who won the same award in 2022. The award recognizes individuals who have excelled as Ford Players of the Week and contributed significantly to their team throughout the season.

Why It Matters

Ben Carter's and Noah Long's back-to-back wins of the Ford Player of the Year Award showcase the dominance of Liberty Hill High School's football program and highlight the exceptional talent and dedication of the players and coaching staff.

By the Numbers
  • Ben Carter, fullback, won the 2023 Ford Player of the Year Award for 5A football.
  • Noah Long, tailback, won the same award in 2022.
State of Play
  • Ben Carter and Noah Long will be graduating from LHHS in May and have committed to NCAA Division I football programs.
  • Long will be playing football for Valparaiso University in Indiana, while Carter will be playing for McNeese State University in Louisiana.
What's Next

Both players are set to continue their football careers at the NCAA Division I level, and their impressive achievements at Liberty Hill High School foreshadow promising futures in collegiate football.

Bottom Line

Ben Carter and Noah Long's successive wins of the Ford Player of the Year Award underscore the excellence and talent within Liberty Hill High School's football program, serving as a testament to their hard work and dedication.