PA Football News Archives
December 2022
3A Semifinal Preview: Neumann Goretti & Wyomissing Meet Again
December 2, 2022 | Anthony Franklin
The 2021 3A semifinal game between Neumann Goretti and Wyomissing High was thought to be a clash of two heavyweights up until kickoff when Wyomissing came out firing away on offense and bottled up the Saints defensively. They surprisingly came away with a resounding 42-6 win before falling to Central Valley 7-0 in the state […]
Westinghouse looking to make history, Steel Valley hopes to repeat history
December 2, 2022 | Billy Splain
Cruce Brookins and Khalil Taylor The Bulldogs have never been to the state title game. Actually, they’ve never been to the quarterfinal round. They’re looking to become the first District 8 team to play in a state title game since 1997 when Perry Traditional Academy played Berwick. For the first time in two […]
Around District 11: The Travels of Guy & Pam Week Fourteen: 100th Game Together
December 2, 2022 | Billy Splain
Around District 11: The Travels of Guy & Pam Week Fourteen: 100th Game Together 2022.16. The week didn’t quite work out as planned. Pam returned from the ASHA Conference in New Orleans with a souvenir: COVID 19. Guy asked her why she just didn’t get an “I Heart Zydeco Music” coffee mug like everyone […]
Belle Vernon and Central to Clash for Berth in State Championship
December 2, 2022 | Nate Grella
The Belle Vernon Leopards got the monkey off their back last Friday with a win over Avonworth 24-7. The win gave the Leopards their first WPIAL title since 1995 after 5 years of knocking on the door. Now the Leopards will face off against a team that has also been knocking on the door, but […]
Toledo Central Catholic hangs on for state title win 28-21 over Akron Hoban
December 2, 2022 | David Burnworth
Chris Edmonds got the night started for the Fighting Irish when he used some excellent work from his offensive line and some nice speed to pick up nearly 40 yards, with 8:20 left in the quick-paced opening quarter. Using a nice block from Tyrell Green, Edmonds would pick up another 17 yards at the 6:45 […]
Union and Port Allegany set to duel in semifinals
December 1, 2022 | Shane Lux
The Game: PIAA Class A Semifinals Union Scotties vs. Port Allegany Gators. Friday, December 2nd. Kickoff 7 pm Clarion University Memorial Stadium District IX Champion Port Allegany Gators Head Coach: Justin Benkowski League: District 9 Region 2 Record: 12-1 About the Gators: Honestly, the ride our team has been on isn’t something we’ve spent much […]
Aliquippa vs Central Valley (Gallery)
December 1, 2022 | William Spicher
Check links below for article from this game and preview for state semifinal game. Click Here for Article Preview Of Aliquippa’s State Semifinal Game Deacon Blues Blog Football Extra
ProTime Panel Semi-Finals Hunches
December 1, 2022 | Marcus Sic
As always the cream has risen to the top, for PFN’s ProTime Pick Em’ Panel Guessing Tournament, the cream has not only risen to the top and stayed there, it separated from the pretend prognosticators like a quart of non-homogenized milk. ProTime has led the pack since week one, as we reach the last two […]
PIAA 5A-Semifinal Game-Player Spotlight: Mikal Davis Jr. QB Imhotep Charter
December 1, 2022 | Michael Pietrangelo
Mayhem’s Game of the Week Player Spotlight: Name: Mikal Davis Jr. Position: QB Team: Imhotep Charter 2022 stats: Passing: 105/179 1,630 18 TDs Rushing: 275 yards 5 TDs Mayhem: What’s your greatest accomplishment as a football player? Mikal: My greatest accomplishment as a football […]
Hollywood’s Cutting Room Floor- 4A Semifinal Preview Crestwood vs Bishop McDevitt
December 1, 2022 | Brian Ptashinski
Can Upstart Comets Figure Out How to Overcome More Experienced Crusaders to Make it to Cumberland Valley? Crestwood Commets (13-1) Coach Ryan Arcangelli vs 11-1 Bishop McDevitt Crusaders Friday 7pm Exeter Twp HS. What’s At Stake: The winner will face the winner of Allentown Central Catholic vs Alliquippa game in the 4A Championship Game next […]
Pittsburgh Central Catholic Coach Terry Totten Retiring
December 1, 2022 | Billy Splain
After a 21-year storied career, Central Catholic Head Football Coach Terry Totten retires with a host of accolades under his belt. A 1976 graduate, Totten has been a part of Central Catholic football since high school. His four years as a player helped set the stage for his time as the team’s leader. Upon returning […]
Southern Columbia has returned to a familiar position, can Trinity keep them off the perch?
December 1, 2022 | Billy Splain
They’ve been here before. 21 times to be exact. This will the the Southern Columbia Tiger’s 22nd appearance in the PIAA state semifinal round. They won 20 of those game to advance to the state title game where they’ve won a record 12 state titles, six in 2A and 6 in single A. The Tigers […]
LaDontay Bell Steps Down as Chester Clippers Head Coach
December 1, 2022 | Dylan Johnson
CHESTER PA – Just an hour ago, it was announced Chester’s Head Coach, LaDontay Bell, has stepped down from his position. The announcement comes from the Chester Upland School District’s Twitter. Bell, who works for the district as their Athletic Director will continue to stay in that role. The announcement comes after Bell took his team […]
Continuity in Coaching One Key to Garnet Valley Success
December 1, 2022 | Willie McGonigle
Picture Provided by Coach Eric VanWyk Except for the 2020 season when the Central League elected to not participate in the District One and PIAA postseason the Garnet Valley Jaguars have been a staple in the District One Playoffs. To find the last time that the Jaguars didn’t make an appearance in the postseason, you […]
WPIAL Finals: Belle Vernon v Avonworth, in pictures
December 1, 2022 | William Spicher
Link below for article Click Here For Article Deacon Blues Blog Football Extra
Protime Predictions (The Time Protime Nearly Froze)
December 1, 2022 | Phil Myers
Hearkening back to yesteryear, Protime recalls the 1978 Robert Conrad Eveready battery commercial where Conrad dared you to knock the battery off of his shoulder. (It still can be viewed on YouTube.) Being a popular commercial at that time, Protime and Brother Protime wanted to recreate that ad and what it would look like in […]
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