Schalmont Duo Won Play of the Week Honors
Dakahrie Jackson and Duilio DiCocco secured the top spot following their standout performance against Averill Park.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Football
Schalmont football players Dakahrie Jackson and Duilio DiCocco earned the News10 Play of the Week award for a game-changing 43-yard touchdown pass. The duo helped lead their team to a narrow 21-20 overtime victory against Averill Park.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights a critical moment in the team's season, showcasing the high-level coordination required for a successful overtime win. This win keeps momentum high for the Schalmont/Duanesburg/Berne-Knox-Westerlo squad as they navigate their schedule.
The winning play was a 43-yard touchdown pass completed during the third quarter of the game. Schalmont ultimately defeated Averill Park with a final score of 21-20 in an overtime finish.
The players
Dakahrie Jackson
He is a football player for the Schalmont/Duanesburg/Berne-Knox-Westerlo team who executed a key touchdown pass.
Duilio DiCocco
He is a football player for the Schalmont/Duanesburg/Berne-Knox-Westerlo team who caught the winning touchdown pass.
The details
During the Week 5 game, Jackson faked a screen pass to freeze the opposing defensive backs before launching the ball to DiCocco. DiCocco caught the pass down the sideline without breaking stride to secure the touchdown.
Timeline
The touchdown play occurred during Week 5.
The pass was completed in the third quarter.
Season Trajectory
This win marks the latest weekly inclusion of a Schalmont-based highlight in the ongoing News10 Play of the Week poll. The high-stakes victory over Averill Park significantly bolsters the team's standing in local competition rankings.
The victory ensures the Schalmont/Duanesburg/Berne-Knox-Westerlo team maintains its competitive edge within the league standings. This result impacts the team's overall record and potential positioning for upcoming post-season play.
The takeaway
Execution of complex trick plays like faking a screen to open the sideline requires significant practice and situational awareness. Players looking to improve their offensive efficiency can study how freeze-action techniques create necessary space.
What happens next
A new Play of the Week poll is currently live on the News10 website for fans to participate in the next round of voting.
Further reading
For more highlights from the local season, visit the Schenectady Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NEWS10 ABC.
