Whitko High school senior Tanner Hughes signed a letter of intent to play football for Defiance College in Ohio Thursday In the 2014 football season, Tanner set five school records: season rushing yards (1,431), career rushing yards (3,287), career all-purpose yards (3,294), career rushing touchdowns (38) and career carries, (577). He was a two-year captain and played a big role in the 2013 conference championship season. “He worked very hard during the off-season in the weight room to be the best athlete he could be. His dedication to lifting and getting stronger made him very successful on the field. I am very proud of Tanner for his dedication, effort and leadership,” Whitko head football coach Josh Mohr said. In the photo above Hughes is flanked by his parents, Todd and Robin. In the back row (L-R) are Mohr and Whitko athletic director Casey Stouffer.
