Senior football players for the Eureka High School varsity team, and their families, were recognized and celebrated prior to the Oct. 29 game.  The players were still celebrating on the field well after the Wildcats' 47-0 win over the Oakville Tigers that evening.

Here's a summary of the plans for the 17 EHS senior football players, based on information provided by the school.

Michael Canamore, No. 1, honorary son of Cindy Buettner and Louis Finley:  His favorite football memories reflected two interceptions against Christian Brothers College High School during his freshman year.  He plans to attend Missouri State University and major in education.

Brad Ollar, No. 3, son of Maryliyn Smit and Craig Ollar:  His favorite memory was playing against his stepbrother this year when EHS faced Washington High School.  His plans regarding college and a major are undecided.

Deonco Williams, No. 4, son of LaTonya Austin, and honorary son of Cindy Buettner and Louis Finley:  His best football moment came when he caught his first touchdown this year while playing Mehlville High School.  He hopes to attend college and major in geography while also pursuing a coaching career.

Clayton Echard, No. 10, son of Kelly and Brian Echard:  Beating the St. Louis University High team was his favorite football recollection.  He plans to attend the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Chase Bollinger, No. 11, son of Penny and Bob Bollinger:  He will remember the summer workouts and the team bonding that occurred during the trip to Blue Springs with the team.  He hopes to attend college and continue playing football.

Andy McNeel, No. 13, son of Diana and David McNeel:  He enjoyed Central Methodist State University Camp and beating the Marquette High School team.  He hopes to attend college and continue playing football.

Sean Strehl, No. 17, son of Kathy and Brian Yansen:  His favorite football memories are about beating the Marquette and Lafayette High School teams.  He plans to attend college to major in business and physical education, and to continue in football.

Matt Ward, No. 19, son of Debbie and John Ward:  He said he will never forget shutting out the Lafayette High School team at this year's season opener, knowing that EHS was not expected to win.  He plans to study physical therapy in college, and to play college lacrosse.

Richie Rhodes, No. 24, son of Michele and Richard Rhodes:  Returning a kickoff for an 86-yard touchdown against the Mehville High team was his favorite football memory.  He is undecided on his plans, but he would like to either play baseball at the University of San Francisco or play football at a junior college.  He hopes to major in physical education and to coach one day.

Nick Kueneke, No. 45, son of Cassie and Dave Kueneke:  He said although he has had many memorable moments, he hopes the best is yet to come by making it to state this year.  He hopes to attend college and pursue a career in criminal justice.

Will Tyrrell, No. 50, son of Eileen and Larry Tyrrell:  Being given the honor of wearing the #28 Riley Baker jersey during the week of the St. Louis University High game was his favorite memory.  He will attend Ohio State University after completing his associate's degree at St. Louis Community College-Wildwood.  He plans to become a broadcaster or a teacher/coach.

Adam Weinrich, No. 51, son of Marsha and Darryl Weinrich:  His favorite memory was shutting out the Lafayette High School team during this season's opener.  He wants to study construction management, and to play lacrosse at Missouri State University.

Drew Weber, No. 52, son of Kim and Jack Weber:  Beating the Lafayette High School team during the first game of the season is his favorite memory.  He plans to finish a degree in education during college.

Sherman Hall, No. 58, son of Karen Jones and Sherman Hall Sr.:  Winning the Andy Bedo award and mimicking Coach Tom Sumner are his favorite memories.  He hopes to attend college.

Larrye Minner, No. 62, son of Donna Arnold:  His favorite memory was winning the Andy Bedo award.  He plans to explore options at several colleges, and would like to play college football while pursuing a degree in criminal justice.

Tyler Casey, No. 68, son of Renay and Jay Casey:  He also always will remember shutting out the Lafayette High School team 28 to 0 during the first game of this year.  He will attend Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) to study exercise science.

Dominique Jackson, No. 77, escorted by Scott Sloyer:  He plans to attend college.