BE linebacker Ponkow hits the books – and opposing quarterbacks

Tue, 09/22/2026 – 7:25pm admin By: Philip M. Bowman, [email protected] Bishop England linebacker Matthew Ponkow owns the school record for quarterback sacks. His accomplishments have earned praise from coach Logan Hall, who stresses academic accomplishment can translate to success on the gridiron. “He’s a great person on and off the field,” Hall said. “He is the true definition of what it means to be a Battling Bishop. He shows up every day and competes. “He is a multi-sport athlete, plays lacrosse in the spring,” Hall added. “He has a 4.6 GPA. Matthew is a true student-athlete.” Ponkow is a senior…