The Chicago Bears have recognized Seneca High School head football coach Terry Maxwell as their pick for Week 1′s Coach of the Week.
The awards program includes a $2,000 donation to the Seneca football program.
Seneca defeated Wilmington 27-21 in Week 1, the Fighting Irish’s first win over the Wildcats since 2001. The Irish are coming off a 10-1 season.
“Known for his commitment and leadership, Maxwell coaches football and track while also teaching biology,” according to a Bears’ news release.
Since the program’s introduction in 1996, the Bears have donated more than $369,000 to Illinois high school football programs.