Lou was a 1961 graduate of Depew High School. He played in the Rivalry in 1958, 1959, and 1960. A 3 year starter at quarterback, Lou directed Coach Frank Constantino’s Belly Series with great precision, leading the Wildcats to a 21-3 record during his varsity career including 3 consecutive wins over rival Lancaster. Lou was a 1st Team All-ECIC selection and was inducted into the Depew High School, Alumni Wall of Fame in 2014.