August 2025
2025 PFN Team Preview: Cambridge Springs Blue Devils
August 16, 2025 | Billy Splain
Cambridge Springs Blue Devils Head Coach: Nate Liberty Class 1A PIAA District: 10 2024 Record 9-2 Key Starters Lost Zeke Carson Smith Morgan Applebee Noah Moyer Demarco Green Returning starters Brett Kania Rb/olb 25 Brandon Hoover wr/fs 25 Latavian Fitzpatrick te/de 25 Jordan Washington rb/cb 26 RJ Smith DE/OL 26 Jon Daley MLB/FB […]
PIAA Officials honored at recent ceremony
August 15, 2025 | Billy Splain
Any time we can draw attention to the most important people on the field NOT wearing high school gear, we jump at the chance. At the 2025 PIAA Officials Convention several officials were honored. Congratulations to everyone that wears the stripes!
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know South Western LB/RB Kyle Stup
August 15, 2025 | Billy Splain
Kyle Stup OSL RB/HB South Western Class Of 2026 Jersey #20 HT/WT 5”10/195 8 td with 38 tackles Twitter @Kyle_Stup_ Coach says: “Kyle is a solid two way player. As an OLB he had 33 total tackles. On offense, Kyle had 26 receptions for 286 yards. His pass catching ability out of the backfield earned […]
Mechanicsburg DE/DT Collin Stare commits to Central Michigan
August 14, 2025 | Billy Splain
In 2024 Collin Stare was named All-Mid Penn, Mid Penn defensive player of the year, 5A All-State PFN Coaches selection and Writers All-State. Yesterday he added another accomplishment to his list. Mechanicsburg Head Coach Dave Heckard says Collin Stare “Loves the game of football and will be an asset to any college program. We are […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Manheim Central WR/OLB
August 13, 2025 | Billy Splain
Cody Hess WR and OLB Manheim Central Class Of2026 Jersey #14 HT/WT 5’10 170 any Stats you want to give Other sports you play Baseball and Wrestling Twitter @Hessy_14 Coaches comments: “Cody is two-year two-way returning starter. He has had an impact on this program since his sophomore year. He is just a tough hard-nosed […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Upper Dauphin WR/CB Isaac Jackson
August 12, 2025 | Billy Splain
Isaac Jackson WR/CB Upper Dauphin Area Class Of 2027 Jersey #2 HT/WT 5’11”/185 18 Rec, 480 YDS, 5TDS, 1KR, 2 INT Other sports Baseball All league Twitter @isaacjackson_1 Coach says: “Excellent route runner with exceptional hands” Let’s get to know Isaac! Why do you play football? Football is a family legacy that I want to […]
BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep9: Lavar Arrington Talks Everything Penn State Football 2025
August 12, 2025 | Billy Splain
Penn State has massive expectations in 2025. One man who knows a thing or two about expectations, hype, and meeting those expectations is Penn State great Lavar Arrington. For nearly an hour, Arrington hits on a variety of topics from the team to NIL and the legacy of the “Grand Experiment.” The All-American and All-Pro […]
The 2025 Season Rollout Coaches Cookout! LIVE from Parma Pizza in Elizabethtown!
August 10, 2025 | Billy Splain
Billy Splain, Joe Gilloway and the staffs at PFN & CWTAPTV ring in the season with 16 teams. Live from Parma Pizza in Elizabethtown!
Into the night, Lindsey Bennett sits down with SCA Tigers Head Coach Jim Roth
August 8, 2025 | Billy Splain
The Southern Columbia Tigers are one of the most successful football programs in Pennsylvania and one of the best small-school programs in the country. Since the advent of the PIAA playoff system in 1988, the Tigers have competed in 22 of the 34 state finals, winning fourteen, including a state record seven in a row […]
2025 PFN Team Preview: The Yough Cougars
August 7, 2025 | Billy Splain
Yough Head Coach: Benny Hoffer Class 3A PIAA District: 7 (WPIAL) 2024 Record: 3-7 Key Starters Lost: Raidon Kuroda Sam Smalich Returning Starters: Aidan Shaffer Junior WR/DB ( Will be QB this year) 5’8 170 Ryan Sarver WR/DB Senior 5’8 175 Corbin Reinstadtler Senior OL/DL 6’0 240 Key Newcomers Braiden Snyder RB/LB Johnny […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Richland WR/DB Arnold Mugerwa
August 7, 2025 | Billy Splain
Arnold Mugerwa Wide receiver & Free safety Richland Class Of 2027 Jersey #2 HT/WT 6’3 197 Other sports Basketball & Track ALL STATE Twitter @ArnoldMugerwa College Offers: Virginia Tech, Maryland, Duke, Rutgers Coach says: “Arnold is the most recruitable athlete in the history of Richland High School, with multiple Power Four offers entering his junior […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Harbor Creek RB/LB Landon DeMarall
August 5, 2025 | Billy Splain
Landon DeMarall Running back and Outside linebacker Harbor Creek Class Of 2026 Jersey #10 HT/WT 6ft 193lbs 92 Total tackles and 3 Blocked punts Other sports Basketball Twitter @landondemarall Coach says: “Landon is coming off of a season leading the team in tackles as a junior. He will be in a similar position this upcoming […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Jersey Shore Rb/Lb Bo Sechrist
August 5, 2025 | Billy Splain
Bo Sechrist Rb/Lb Jersey Shore Class Of 2026 Jersey #5 HT/WT5’9 197 Other sports Wrestling 2 time All state and all conference at LB Twitter @@bosechrist01 Coach says: “Bo Sechrist has done a great job as a leader heading into his Senior season. He has improved his strength, speed and change of direction quickness in […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Delaware Valley WR Trey Newton
August 4, 2025 | Billy Splain
Trey Newton Wide receiver Delaware Valley Class Of 2028 Jersey #3 HT/WT 5-11 150 Other sports Basketball baseball Most receptions in a single season Twitter @Trey_Newton3 Coach says: “Trey had a very good freshmen season last year. Looking for huge improvements. We are excited to see what he can do this season”. Let’s get to […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Hanover Area WR/DB/ATH Deacon Eisenbach
August 4, 2025 | Billy Splain
Deacon Eisenbach Wr Fs Db Rb Kr Pr holder Hanover Area Class Of 2027 Jersey #10 HT/WT 5’10” 170 Other sports Track Coach says: “Pure athlete that works extremely hard at his craft. Sure handed WR who improved on his speed this offseason. His target’s will increase this season which will make him one of […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know University Prep QB Dai’Mere Adair
August 4, 2025 | Billy Splain
Daimere Adair QB University Prep Class Of 2028 Jersey #1 HT/WT 5’11 153 1,151 yds -16 tds – 3 int Other sports basketball http://www.hudl.com/v/2Rq4fK Twitter @meree1k Coach says: “Dai’Mere is widely regarded as one of the top quarterbacks in the Class of 2028. As a freshman, he showcased exceptional football intelligence and the ability to […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Meyersdale MLB/G Caleb Snyder
August 3, 2025 | Billy Splain
Caleb Snyder MLB G Meyersdale Class Of 2026 Jersey #52 HT/WT 6ft/200 Other sports Wrestle Coach says: “Caleb is coming off a very good junior season, as he returns as middle linebacker in our 3-5 defense, as well as an offensive guard. Caleb’s toughness and attitude he brings to the football field are at the […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Schuylkill Haven RB/LB Niko Castillo
August 2, 2025 | Billy Splain
Niko Castillo Rb/LB Schuylkill haven Class Of 2026 Jersey #8 HT/WT 6’2/225 3 interceptions 1 pick 6′ 878 rushing – 10.2 yards per carry- 17 TDs; 63 tackles – 4 TFL – 7 PD – 0 TDs allowed Other sports Track ALL-STATE Player Twitter @Nikocastillo_14 Holds offer from Stonehill Coach says: “Straight dude. Huge upside. […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Penn Manor Slot/DB Jalen Dupree
August 1, 2025 | Billy Splain
Jalen Dupree Slot/saftey Penn Manor Class Of 2027 Jersey #1 HT/WT 5’7 166 Other sports you play Basketball/track Have you won any awards? 2nd team all offensive Coach says: “Another talented kid I coached against last year that I’m looking forward to working with. Dynamic runner and overall talent. Will be playing the slot for […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Corry WR/DB Blake Cook
August 1, 2025 | Billy Splain
Blake Cook wide receiver and corner Corry High school Class Of 2026 Jersey #3 HT/WT 5’11 160 12 total touchdowns, 11 receiving and a 97 yard kick return touchdown Other sports track and field 2025 2a 300mh state champion, 2025 piaa state track mvp, first team all region for all purpose yards, 2nd team all […]
BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep8 Who’s the Preseason #1 & Landon Tengwall Brings Us Behind the Wall
August 1, 2025 | Billy Splain
The calendar turns to August and the hype train is full steam ahead for Penn State in 2025. Who do you have as the preseason number one team in the nation? At least one among Andrew, Frank and Mike sees Penn State being ranked #1 in the AP poll. Former Penn State offensive lineman Landon […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Saint Marys RB/LB Andrew Field
July 31, 2025 | Billy Splain
Andrew Field RB/LB Saint Marys Area Class Of 2026 Jersey #4 HT/WT 6’/205 98 Tkls 25 Tfls 7.0 Sacks Other sports Track and Field PFN Coaches Select All State Second Team Twitter @AndrewField04 Coach says: “Returning 2-yr starter at LB and started at RB last year, All-Conf at both positions last year, will be an […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know West Branch WR/CB/P Coby Kephart
July 31, 2025 | Billy Splain
Coby Kephart WR, CB, P West Branch High School Class Of 2026 Jersey #10 HT/WT 5’8/145 Other sports Baseball, Basketball Football: 2022 Academic Award; 2024 Team MVP, 4 year letter winner Other sports: Baseball – 2025 academic award, 2024 golden glove award, 2025 first team Inter County Conference team Basketball – 2024 District 6 Champions […]
2025 Team Preview: The South Allegheny Gladiators
July 30, 2025 | Billy Splain
South Allegheny Head Coach: Brian Hanson PIAA DISTRICT & (WPIAL) Class 2A 2024 Record 9-3 Key Starters Lost: Cameron Epps RB/DB Camden Lewis H/LB Hunter Molanick WR/DB Ryan Cortes QB Returning Starters: Bryce Guest OL/DL – 6’2 277 – 2025 Layton Adams OL/DL – 6′ 210 – 2025 Peyton Aschmeller OL/DL – 5’9 265 […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to know Crestwood QB/FS Jaden Shedlock
July 29, 2025 | Billy Splain
Jaden Shedlock QB/ FS Crestwood Class Of 2026 Jersey #13 HT/WT6-190 4 Year Captain , 4 Year Starter Other sports Track and Field 100- Meter Dash Championship , Football District Championship , 2x Athlete of the Week Twitter @JadenShedlock Coach says: Injuries had sidelined Jaden for two years, and he continues to stay positive and […]
