Penn State University is known as Linebacker U. Well, there's no doubt that Ridley High School is Quarterback High. Through the years, the Green Raiders have produced some of the best signal callers in Delco history, including the likes of John Waller, Joe Emmi, Matt Blundin and Dennis Decker, among others. Of the last six All-Delco quarterbacks, five have hailed from Ridley.

This year, there's no reason to believe Ridley will struggle at the position, what with Steve Egee taking the reins. But, Egee's story is a little different than most. Egee is from a basketball family and is a Division I prospect on the hoops court. The 6-3, 185-pounder took last year away from football, but has returned this season to lead Ridley in its quest for back-to-back Central League crowns.

While Egee is preparing for his first game of the season Friday night against Strath Haven, the potential is there for a huge campaign. Egee not only has a strong arm, but has quality speed that makes him a dual-threat athlete under center. And, considering his poise on the basketball court, it figures he'll be a top-rate leader on the football field.

True, a year away from the sport might make for a difficult learning curve. Still, Egee is an exceptional athlete and a smooth transition back to quarterback wouldn't be surprising. At Ridley, quarterback is a prestigious position. Expect Egee to continue the tradition.