August 2024
Susquehanna Township outlasts Penn Hills in York Rose Bowl thrille
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
Written by Gavin Bonanno, (PFN Intern) York – The Penn Hills Indians (District 7 – Class 5A) traveled to York, PA (Smalls Athletic Field) to take on the Susquehanna Township Indians (District 3 – Class 4A) to open their 2024 Football Season. Tensions were high before either team finished their warmups, as the referees had […]
La Salle blows by Harrisburg.
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
Gavin Sidwar and Joey O’Brien combined for 152 yards on 9 passes garnering 2 touchdowns and Julian McFadden hauled in 2 td passes to lead the Explorers to a convincing 45-7 win over 2nd ranked Harrisburg. The Explorers took advantage of several Cougar mistakes, including two botched punts giving them excellent field position. La Salle […]
West Perry downs Susquenita (Photo Gallery)
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
West Perry had their way with Susquenita in the 2024 season opener. Brad Hockenberry piled on with three TD passes and a pick 6. [sp_wpcarousel id=”141310″]
USC upens Mt Lebo
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
By Josh Hosier The rivalry between Mt Lebanon and Upper St Clair was on full display last night as the two opened their 2024 campaigns. The Upper St Clair home crowd was very impressive, while Mt Lebanon brought a huge contingent of students and fans on the 6 minute trip to Upper St Clair. The […]
Neshaminy Outlasts Emmaus in Overtime, 20-17
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
Special Contributor: https://x.com/LSVSports With a retooled Eastern Pennsylvania Conference alignment, teams were able to schedule more out of conference opponents beginning this season. Emmaus traveled to Heartbreak Ridge in Langhorne having not lost an opening night game since 2013. Question marks loomed for the Hornets’ offense on the heels of devastating news that leading WR […]
Fels falls to Palumbo
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
by Roger Barone Fels falls to Palumbo 22-8 in their Public League season opener at the South Philadelphia SuperSite at 10th and Bigler Streets. Samuel Fels took an early touchdown lead on a quarterback run from the 1-yard line. The 2pt conversion was good. (3 photos) Palumbo tied the game on a kickoff return on […]
Imhotep begins season with a hard fought win over Clarkson-North, Prater seals game with great catch
August 24, 2024 | Billy Splain
It was tough sledding for the Panther run game but Joe McLeish made up for the struggles. Imagine driving 8 hours to put your first football game of the year and you have to face A-Team like Imhotep last year ran the table and won the PIAA class 5A title. Clarkson North did just that […]
Annual York Rose Bowl Classic is ready to roll. First kick today at 5
August 23, 2024 | Billy Splain
Ron Coursey had some challenges to get through this year but nothing was going to stop the second edition of the York Rose Bowl Classic. The first challenge is always finding teams. Together with PFN the teams finally lined up. Next up was the field. Because of concerns with crowds and parking along with all […]
Schuylkill/Colonial White Division 2024 Outlook
August 23, 2024 | Billy Splain
SCHUYLKILL/COLONIAL WHITE DIVISION OUTLOOK Catasauqua Head Coach: Joe Henrich(NEW) 2023 Record: 6-6 The Rough Riders finished the 2023 season at .500 with a senior heavy class. They’ll be entering the 2024 season with plenty of opportunities for newcomers to see the field, including quarterback Aiden Reilly. Catty’s greatest strength this season will be the return of […]
Schuylkill/Colonial Red Division 2024 Outlook
August 23, 2024 | Billy Splain
SCHUYLKILL/COLONIAL RED DIVISION OUTLOOK Bangor Head Coach: Vinnie Andrews 2023 Record: 6-5 The Slaters lost a host of talented starters from last season but the cupboard is not bare. While standout athletes Noah Hillis, MJ Soo, Gavin Nelson and QB Greg Campbell graduate, they will receive a boos from the returns of Riley Waldron and […]
Protime Pick’em challenge week 1! Can you keep up with our “experts”?
August 21, 2024 | Billy Splain
Every week we’ll give you 20 games to pick the winner! Can you keep up with our experts? Submissions due by Friday at noon! Loading…
Mid-Penn Commonwealth has a bunch of movement, Let’s take a look at 2024 expectations
August 21, 2024 | Billy Splain
Altoona Head Coach: Vince Nedimyer Last Season: 5-7 Last year the Mountain Lions finished 5-7 bowing out to State College in the District VI title game. Coach Nedimyer has been steadily keeping Altoona above water but you can only tread water for so long. Is this a sink or swim year for the Mountain Lions? […]
PFN Presents: The STATE of PA Football. The 2024 season preview show! Live!
August 20, 2024 | Billy Splain
Join the staff of PFN as they preview the 2024 season LIVE from the C3 Sports complex in State College!
2024 PFN Player profile: Getting to know West Shamokin RB/LB Jaden Klonowski
August 18, 2024 | Billy Splain
Jaden Klonowski RB, TE, LB West Shamokin Class Of 2025 Jersey #7 HT/WT 6”0/ 210 Other sports Basketball Twitter @jaden_klonowski Coach says: “Jaden has been a tremendous leader this off-season. He has worked on in the weight room and pushed others to do the same. Jaden is going to play in multiple positions on the […]
Lancaster-Lebanon League Section One 2024 outlook
August 14, 2024 | Billy Splain
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Look for the usual suspects to crawl to the top of Section one in the LL, but there could be a few surprises as well. Cedar Crest Head Coach: Nick Lambros (first year) Last Year: 8-3 Coming off a nice 8-3 season, the Falcons […]
New Weekly feature on PFN: The PFN Football Night Fearless Forecast Presented by PA Weather Plus
August 14, 2024 | Billy Splain
We are excited to bring you our new feature that will provide local weather forecasts for Thursday, Friday and Saturday game days. The forecasts will be provided by student meteorologist Denys Khrulov, Manager of PA Weather Plus. PA Weather Plus has been covering the state of Pennsylvania with improved and accurate graphics since October 2014. […]
2024 Conference preview: Mid-Penn Capital
August 13, 2024 | Billy Splain
It’s an all new look for the teams in the Mid-Penn. Realignment happened, new opponents abound. Camp Hill and Steelton-Highspire are the only teams left in the conference. Looking quickly, there’s likely only three or four teams that don’t have a chance at a conference title, but they’ll fight. This is one strong conference, on […]
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Central York DB/Slot Tyler Frey
August 13, 2024 | Billy Splain
Tyler Frey SS/slot Central York Class Of 2025 Jersey #0 HT/WT 5’11/190 103 Tckls, 15 tfl, 3 int, 2 td, 1 ff, 7 Pbu OtheR sports Track Honorable mention all state safety Twitter @_tylerfrey_ Coach says “103 Total Tackles, 15 Tackles for a loss, 3 Interceptions, 1 Forced Fumble, 7 Pass break ups, 1 Sack, […]
2024 Preseason Pennsylvania Football News Rankings
August 11, 2024 | Billy Splain
The 2024 season is upon us! Our rankings team met twice and hammered out who our experts believe will come out on top! At this point, they’re all undefeated! You’ll see familiar faces and some surprises. There is a few new teams in the rankings this year that might raise a few eyebrows. HERE THEY […]
2024 Season Rollout Coaches Cookout! Live from Arooga’s on Rte 22 Harrisburg!
August 10, 2024 | Billy Splain
Come join the PFN staff, Joe Gilloway from Linglestown Gazette sports and guest hosts as they bring in the new season with interviews with coaches and players from around the state! Live at noon on Sunday, Aug 11 from Arooga’s on Rte 22, Harrisburg! Reserve your spot! 7025 Allentown Blvd. Harrisburg, PA 17112 (717) 920-9464
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Phillipsburg-Osceola Slot/DB Sam McDonald
August 10, 2024 | Billy Splain
Sam McDonald Slot/ safety Phillipsburg-Osceola Class Of 2025 positions you play Jersey #4 HT/WT 5’9 150 Other sports Baseball Twitter @SamMcDonald0715 Sammy has been a major contributor on offense, defense, and special teams the past two seasons. He led our team in numerous statistical categories on offense and defense. He can change the outlook on […]
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Central Dauphin lineman Zackary Coleman
August 10, 2024 | Billy Splain
Zackary Coleman Ofensive tackle, Defensive tackle Central Dauphin Class Of 2025 Jersey #54 HT/WT 6’2″/270 Other sports Wrestling Twitter @ZackaryColeman3 Coach says “Zack is an extremely physical player who also moves well. He was named all conference in the Mid-Penn Commonwealth on defense and was honorable mention on offense for 2023”. LET’S GET TO KNOW […]
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Manheim Township DB Donovan Rodriguez
August 9, 2024 | Billy Splain
Donovan Rodriguez Defensive Back Manheim Township high school Class Of 2025 Jersey #22 HT/WT 5”11 and 175 Thank you to my lord and savior Jesus Christ for everything he has done for my life Twitter @717Don Offer Sheet: Maine, Monmouth, St. Francis, **West Virginia**, Stonybrook Coach says “Donovan Rodriguez three-year starter at corner has multiple […]
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Sheffield lineman Andrew Kyler
August 9, 2024 | Billy Splain
Andrew Kyler Right guard and Defensive Tackle Sheffield Class Of 2025 Jersey #73 HT/WT 5,11 230 Other sports Basketball and Track Division 9 Region 3 all star offensive lineman for the 2023 season Coach says “Leader, underclassmen look up to him. He’s respected in the school. A very coachable kid”. LET’S GET TO KNOW ANDREW […]
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know East Stroudsburg South Charles Capers
August 8, 2024 | Billy Splain
Charles Capers DB/RB East Stroudsburg South Class Of 2025 Jersey #24 HT/WT 5’9 185 37 Tackles, 7 rush-TDs Other sports Track. 100,4×1, Long jump 1st team EPC-OLB-DB Twitter @Allday_24 Coach says “Charles is a dynamic football player who will be a three year starter for us. He will be taking a huge step into a […]
