The Buffalo Bills announced their Week 7 high school girls flag football Coaches of the Week, spotlighting leaders from the Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse corridors. Each honoree receives a $1,000 grant for their program and becomes eligible for the broader Coach of the Year award.
Joe Licata, who leads Williamsville South, was celebrated for cultivating confidence and communication in his players, while his squad regularly volunteers at community events and youth camps.
Cody Foster of Penfield earned the Rochester honor after guiding his team to a fourth consecutive sectional championship, a testament to his focus on a positive game‑day experience and genuine love of the sport.
Coaching philosophies that shape the future
Ryan Aldrich from Fayetteville‑Manlius represents the Syracuse region; his squad captured the Class B sectional title and will now vie in regionals, all while championing teamwork, skill development and a culture of support that extends to local food pantries and breast‑cancer awareness.
Award ceremony and future prospects
The recognition not only rewards the coaches financially but also places them in the spotlight for potential Coach of the Year considerations, reinforcing the Bills’ commitment to growing girls’ flag football across the state.
Fans and community members alike are encouraged to follow the coaches’ journeys as they continue to shape the next generation of athletes and leaders.