Stephen Obeng-Agyapong Class: Senior Hometown: Bronx, N.Y. High School: John F. Kennedy Height / Weight: 5-10 / 201 Position: Saf Experience: JR H.S. Coach: Alex Vega

Stephen Obeng-Agyapong gained considerable experience in 2010 in his first season on the field and is anxious to increase his contributions this year. He played in very game in the secondary and on special teams and recorded nine tackles last year. Obeng-Agyapong finished spring drills as the top reserve to safety Drew Astorino. The former John F. Kennedy HS standout has a nose for the ball with good speed and quickness. With the possibility of four senior starters in the secondary, Obeng-Agyapong has an opportunity to continue learning from the veterans and hone his leadership skills for the future. He earned Academic All-Big Ten honors last fall. Obeng-Agyapong is one of seven returning Nittany Lions from New York. He and senior tailback Stephfon Green were teammates at John F. Kennedy HS in the Bronx.

2010 Sophomore Season
Obeng-Agyapong played in every game on defense and special teams and recorded nine tackles. He made three tackles against Youngstown State and two hits in the shutout win over Kent State. Obeng-Agyapong saw action on 197 snaps, led by 30 against Youngstown State, 21 against Illinois and 19 against Florida in the 2011 Outback Bowl. He garnered Academic All-Big Ten honors for the first time.

2009 Freshman Season
Redshirt season.

High School
A team captain at John F. Kennedy HS, Obeng-Agyapong played on both sides of the ball for Coach Alex Vega. He earned all-state and all-city accolades. He gained 719 rushing yards and scored six touchdowns during his senior season, adding a pair of receiving scores. At free safety, Obeng-Agyapong recorded 130 career tackles and four interceptions. He played in the 2009 Empire Challenge game where New York City took on Long Island. Obeng-Agyapong also was a member of the track team, running in the sprint events and relays.

Personal
Full name is Stephen Obeng-Agyapong. He is the son of Stephen and Glorida Obeng-Agyapong. He has two younger brothers, David and Jeremiah, and an older sister, Esther. Obeng-Agyapong enjoys drawing in his spare time. Born February 20, 1991 in the Bronx, N.Y.