Wide receiver/defensive back Anthony Ray is playing in his third season on Lakeland’s football squad and is one of its senior captains, along with Mike Lucia, Mike Zumatto and Justin Zumbo.
In seven games this season, Ray has 28 receptions, 418 yards, five receiving touchdowns, 15 rushes, 119 yards, one punt-return touchdown, one defensive interception, and 40 tackles.
“He’s made a huge impact in all facets of the game this season,” said Lakeland coach Ryan Shilling.
As a junior in 2025, Ray was named All-League and All-Conference, where in 10 games he garnered 48 receptions, 842 yards, eight receiving touchdowns, one defensive interception, and 18 tackles.
In seven games as a sophomore, he registered 10 receptions for 175 yards.
For 24 games during his Hornet gridiron career, Ray has amassed 86 receptions, 1,435 yards, 13 receiving touchdowns, one punt-return touchdown, 15 rushes 119 yards, two defensive interceptions, and 58 tackles.
This upcoming winter will also be his third year on Lakeland’s boys basketball team, where he plays play point guard and shooting guard. Last season, he was named All-League in hoops.
Springtime will be Ray’s third season as well playing for the Lakeland/Panas boys lacrosse squad, where he is a midfielder.
How old were you when you started playing football and what got you started? I started playing flag football at the age of 6, and my parents, along with my coaches Marc Maraglino and Anthony LaPeruta, motivated me to start playing tackle in third grade.
What is your favorite part of being on the Lakeland football team? Representing the program and playing for all the past athletes who set the example for me.
What is your favorite team activity or pre- or post-game ritual? My favorite team activity is everyone getting together outside of football and hanging out. My pregame ritual is to listen to music and get ready for the game.
Who has been your biggest role model? My mom.
What’s one thing about yourself that most people don’t know? I love to golf.
What do you plan to do after high school? Play football in college.
Who's your favorite professional athlete and pro sports team? The Buffalo Bills.
What’s your go-to warm-up music? “Daughter” by Pearl Jam.
What is the go-to app on your phone? Instagram.
What’s one place you’ve never been but would love to visit? Ibiza.
Best place to eat in Yorktown and why? Brodie’s Pub for the Buffalo wings and fries.
What would you say to a young athlete thinking about trying out for the Lakeland football team? Stay loyal to the program and keep working every day with the people around you.
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