Senior defensive back Courtney Lawson took on a challenging assignment against Dallas Jesuit, drawing the responsibility of defending the Rangers’ top wide receiver while also contributing on offense in critical situations. Lawson delivered a physical performance in coverage, displaying excellent coverage integrity and limiting Jesuit’s top receiving threat to under 100 receiving yards and just one touchdown. His impact extended to the offensive side of the ball, where he hauled in three receptions for 45 yards and a touchdown. Lawson’s versatility and ability to make plays on both sides of the ball proved valuable as the Bluehawks secured their playoff berth with a dominant 45-28 victory.

Quarterbacks have to be careful when throwing in Courtney’s direction. He’s a ball-hawking safety with a nose for the football and the ability to make offenses pay for putting the ball in the air. His instincts allow him to read what’s developing in front of him and put himself in position to make a play. What makes Courtney dangerous is his ability to turn a pass attempt into a turnover, especially when he gets an opportunity to break on the football. He’s the kind of safety who can change the momentum of a game with one read, one break, and one interception.

Senior defensive back Courtney Lawson delivered a game-changing performance on both sides of the ball in Rock Hill’s 38-10 victory over McKinney. Lawson recorded a kickoff return for a touchdown and added a receiving touchdown to showcase his versatility as a playmaker. Defensively, he finished with five solo tackles, four assists, and two tackles for loss. A physical cornerback or safety with great instincts, Lawson plays aggressively, tackles with confidence, and displays the ball skills to make an impact in coverage. For his all-around performance, Lawson was named Defensive MVP and Special Teams MVP of the Week, recognizing his ability to influence the game in multiple phases.