The Jonathan Law High School football team is preparing for what could be its most promising season in recent memory, as Coach Ryan Pearson, now in his second year, guided the Lawmen to an 8‑3 record last season and looks to build on that momentum.
Building on Experience
At the center of the offense is senior quarterback Matt Witteman, who posted 2,269 passing yards and 25 touchdowns a year ago while also rushing for 864 yards and eight scores.
The returning offensive line features three‑year starters Eli Fernandez, Ryan Woods and Zach Hyatt, giving Witteman a stable pocket and opening lanes for the ground game.
The defense will need to replace the production of Nick Cosmas, who led the team with 112 tackles last season, and Marcus Townes, who contributed six interceptions, but early signs suggest the unit remains competitive.
Pass‑rusher Anthony Scappatura recorded 5.5 sacks in 2025, and linebacker Seamus Fedigan is set to return after posting 80 tackles, providing continuity on that side of the ball.
Lawmen Stadium in Milford serves as the team’s home field, a venue that witnessed a heartbreaking 32‑29 loss to Ledyard in the Class SS quarterfinals last year, a defeat that still fuels the squad’s motivation.
A Schedule Full of Challenges
The 2025 schedule pits the Lawmen against traditional rivals such as Hamden, Northwest Catholic, West Haven, Bristol Central, Xavier, Cheshire, Shelton, North Haven and Lyman Hall, promising a gauntlet of tests as they chase a deeper playoff run.
With a blend of returning talent and fresh determination, the team hopes to translate its regular‑season success into a longer postseason run, aiming to improve on last year’s quarterfinal exit.