Story byWKBN YoungstownZach VerdeaSat, January 17, 2026 at 2:18 AM UTC·1 min readMcDONALD, Ohio (WKBN) – McDonald senior Kyle Puckett was named the 2025 Mahoning Valley Coaches Association Player of the Year on Friday. Puckett was presented the award before tonight’s basketball game, along with a $500 college scholarship, courtesy of Austintown Financial Center. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“Obviously as a kid you dream big but this I mean, this is special,” Puckett said. “I don’t think I’ve ever imagined this, but it’s just really special. I’m really grateful for it all.”The senior quarterback threw for 2,016 yards and 27 touchdowns this season, completing over 66% of his passes.
