"Coach Belisto's humility and generosity are things that every young man should strive for. Mr. Belsito is the epitome of a Man for Others." The six 2026 Mr. Canisius finalists all had their photo taken with a faculty member of their choice during the seniors' final week of school. Here is why David Barczak ’26 chose physical education teacher Sam Belsito: "Coach Belsito taught me what it takes to be a leader and how to overcome obstacles when they stand in your way. If I ever felt like I needed help or someone to talk to, I knew that his door was always open. "I am honored to have gotten to know and play for Coach Belsito. I will always remember the seasons that we had together." Belsito's thoughts on Barczak: "David Barczak is a strong leader amongst his classmates and teammates. His character and morals are elite, while his work ethic and grit are superior as well. David has the respect from many and is never afraid to speak his mind. His ability to get his message across ...