Ian Csicsek
On the Twelfth and final day of recognizing Panther football record holders, Saucon Source wants to honor senior, Ian Csicsek.
Once again, we need to give a great BIG Saucon Source “shout-out” to Saucon Valley football stat gurus Bob Kessler and Rob Lofthouse! Bob and Rob go way above and beyond with their endeavor to keep track of the Saucon Valley Panther football teams. We are truly thankful for their efforts. Without their number-crunching and stat maintenance, this tribute to Panther record-holders would not be possible. Thanks, guys, Panther Nation really appreciates what you do!
Playing running back and outside linebacker for Saucon Valley, Ian wore #28 and stands at 5’10”, 190. Ian was a standout player on both sides of the ball for the Panthers this past season. He was recognized as a 1st Team Colonial league All-Star for both his offensive and defensive play. Ian has also carved a deep, deep impression throughout the Saucon Valley football record books. Ian has earned the top spot in Season Rushing Attempts (357). He is second in Season Rushing Yards (2,854), Season Touchdowns (40), and Season Total Points Scored (258). Ian is listed in the third spot for Career Total Points Scored (264). He is fourth in Career Touchdowns (41) and Career Rushing Yards (3,225). He is ninth in Career Rushing Attempts (411) and has the ninth Longest Run from Scrimmage (76 yards). Ian is eleventh all-time for Career Tackle Assists (53) and also thirteenth for Career Kickoff Return Yards (212).
Who was #1 with Season Rushing Attempts? Before Ian in 2018, Eric Kuester carried 324 times in the 2007 season.
Who’s #1 with Season Rushing Yards? Evan Culver (2015) had 2,934 rushing yards.
Who’s #1 for Season Touchdowns? Evan Culver (2015) had 48 touchdowns.
Who’s #1 for Season Total Points Scored? Evan Culver had 292 points scored in the 2015 season.
Who’s #1 for Career Total Points Scored? Evan Culver (2012-2015) scored 470 points.
Who’s #1 with Career Touchdowns? Evan Culver (2012-2015) had scored 77 touchdowns.
Who’s #1 with Career Rushing Yards? Evan Culver (2012-2015) had 4,937 rushing yards throughout his career.
Who’s #1 with Career Rushing Attempts? Evan Culver had 536 rushing attempts throughout his career.
Who’s #1 with Longest Run from Scrimmage? Nick Savant had a 94-yard touchdown run in 2013.
Who’s #1 with Career Tackle Assists? Christian Carvis (2012-2015) had 129 career assists.
Who’s #1 with Career Kickoff Return Yards? Brandon Shuck (2007-2010) had 795 Kickoff Return Yards throughout his career.
Ian said it: “My most memorable moment of the season was coming back and beating Northwestern Lehigh in the playoffs to advance into the District XI championship and States .”
Coach Sams said it: “Ian had a tremendous record-breaking year. He was named 1st Team All-League running back and outside linebacker. During the 2018 season he ran for over 2,800 yards. This was second best for a single season in Saucon Valley history. Ian has been a three-year starter for us on defense and this year he became ‘the guy’ on offense and killed it. The major reason for his success was his work ethic. He trains with the football team, gets extra work in with a speed trainer and takes it upon himself to get other players to work on football in the off-season. He was an easy decision to become one of our captains. Ian will be missed for a long time in this program.”
Congratulations Ian, and best wishes in the future. The Source is with you!