August 2022
Lancaster Lebanon 2022 Season Preview: Section 3
August 23, 2022 | Billy Splain
Cowritten by Carl Frederick Lancaster Lebanon Section 3 Teams in the Section: Solanco, Ephrata, Twin Valley, Daniel Boone, Fleetwood, Garden Spot, Elizabethtown Teams to Beat for the Section title Ephrata: The Mountaineers have their first district playoff appearance in over 30 years on their mind this season coming off a 5-5 campaign. Coach Miller returns […]
2022 Mid Penn Conference Preview: Commonwealth Division
August 22, 2022 | Billy Splain
It’s one of the toughtest leagues in the state. Of that there’s no doubt. For the past couple years It’s been either Harrisburg or Central Dauphin that have taken the crown. This year it looks like a wide open race. Harrisburg returns a lot of talent from last years title team, but State College, Central […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Having some fun with the Mt. Union Trojans
August 21, 2022 | Billy Splain
Head coach Anthony Sottasante, Josh Seacrest and Bryce Danish give us the secrect to succes for the Trojans!
Pennsylvania Scrimmage scenes from around the state (galleries and video highlights)
August 20, 2022 | Billy Splain
A few of the PFN staff hit the road for some scrimmages today. First up: Penns Valley vs. Mt Union Altoona vs Dubois Scrimmage from Phil ” Protime ” Myers Pine Grove Area @ Blue Mountain Scrimmage from @PFNDan570FB Words from the Coach(Tom Gallagher-BM): “Jr. – Carson Steinruck and Jr. – Tyler Miller both scored […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Jareel Calhoun – Allentown Central Catholic
August 20, 2022 | Billy Splain
Jareel Calhoun Allentown Central Catholic Class Of2025 positions you play Wide receiver/ Cornerback Jersey #1 HT/WT5’9/150lbs Other sports Basketball/Track Twitter @jareelcalhoun Why do you play football? I play football because I really do just love the sport it’s something that really amazes me Who is your favorite sports star and why? Dk metcalf I chose […]
Juniata and Upper Dauphin to battle for the 2020 Mid Penn Liberty crown, but there is a dark horse.
August 18, 2022 | Billy Splain
Liberty Division Halifax: Last year the Wildcat season didn’t go as planned. Coach Earl Mosely’s team finished with a 1-7 record, their lone win coming against a not so strong Renaissance Academy team out of Phoenixville. This year Mosely is hoping his biggest class in the last couple of years will lead to improvement. Teegan […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Jim Marturano – Conestoga
August 18, 2022 | Billy Splain
Jim Marturano Conestoga Class Of 2023 OL/DL Jersey #55 HT/WT 5’10”/225lb Other sports Basketball, Golf 2021 All-Central League Honorable Mention, 2x Pancake of the Week Recipient Twitter @jmart_55 Why do you play football? I play football because I love the physicality of the sport and the brotherhood you form with your teammates. Who is your […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Tyler Klambara – Springfield (Delco)
August 18, 2022 | Billy Splain
Tyler Klambara Springfield Delco Class Of 2023 OT, DT, OG Jersey #70 HT/WT 6’4” 310lbs Other sports Indoor Track & Field, Outdoor Track & Field Football: Central League Honorable Mention Track: 1st Team All-Delco Track & Field, Team MVP Awards, PIAA State Championship medalists Twitter @ItsKlam Why do you play football? I play football because […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Braedan Oravecz – Portage
August 18, 2022 | Billy Splain
Braedan Oravecz Portage Class Of 2023 LG, DT Jersey #56 HT/WT 5’7” 195 23 Pancakes in junior season Other sports Wrestling Twitter @beast242423 Why do you play football? I’ve played football since I was little and I have loved it since I started. Now it gives me the chance to have fun and do what […]
ChesMont National Championship Goes Through Coatesville: 2022 ChesMont National Preview
August 17, 2022 | Billy Splain
Red Raiders go for the Seven-Peat Coatesville Matt Ortega’s Coatesville Red Raiders have raced to six straight ChesMont National titles, losing only one conference game in the process. Coatesville has also been the dominate District One team during their run. This year they hope to add to their historic Title streak to seven in a […]
2022 Mid Penn Conference Preview: Capital Division
August 17, 2022 | Billy Splain
2022 Mid Penn Capital Preview Big Spring Last year was a nice year for the Bulldogs. Coach Joe Sinkovich’s team had a respectable 8-4 record, losing to Lampeter-Strasburg in the D3 playoffs. Gone are 11 players but with 12 players returning that have starting experience Coach Sinkovich has high hopes for the Dogs, but he […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Chase Arrington – North Catholic
August 17, 2022 | Billy Splain
Chase Arrington North Catholic Class Of 2023 Corner, Runningback, Slot Jersey #8 HT/WT 5’10 180 391 coverage snaps 35 targets 10 pbus 0 touchdowns allowed One forced fumble 320 Rushing yards and 5 touchdowns Other sports Track 2nd Team All WPIAL Defensive Back Twitter @TheChaseA8 Why do you play football? My family. As a young […]
We had a blast at the 2022 Season Rollout Coaches Cookout live from Mr. G’s. Check out the Gallery
August 17, 2022 | Billy Splain
Want to thank Joe Gilloway from Linglestown Gazette Sports for once again hosting this annual tradition! I especially want to thank Mr. G’s for hosting this event! George and Amy were awesome hosts. We’ll be back for sure this fall for our weekly show on Tuesday nights. I have to thank the PFN staff! Great […]
2022 PFN Player Profiles: Adam Clark – Indiana Area
August 17, 2022 | Billy Splain
Adam Clark Indiana Area OG/NT Jersey #75 HT/WT:6’2″ 318 2022 Indiana Team broke the all-time school rushing record and was third in the entire WPIAL. Other Sports: Played hockey and lacrosse prior to focusing on football exclusively. First Team All Conference OG, First Team All County Lineman, Twitter: @Indiana75OGNT Why do you play football? Loved […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Miles Brooks – Penns Valley
August 17, 2022 | Billy Splain
Miles Brooks Penns Valley Class Of 2023 Wide Receiver, Defensive Back Jersey #28 HT/WT 6’ 165 703 receiving yards 1190 all purpose yards Other sports Baseball First team all conference wide receiver and outfielder Twitter @milesb28 Why do you play football? I play football because I absolutely love every aspect of the sport. Who is […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Michel Chrastina – Wilmington
August 16, 2022 | Billy Splain
Michel Chrastina Wilmington Class Of 2023 Tight End / Linebacker Jersey #2 Ht: 6’0 – Wt: 190 2nd Team All Region Tight End All-Academic Gold Team Why do you play football? I grew up watching the 2008 State Championship team and fell in love with the tradition and sport. Who is your favorite sports star […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Jahleim Patton – West Philadelphia (Workshop school)
August 16, 2022 | Billy Splain
Jahleim Patton West Philadelphia (Workshop school) Class Of 2023 Left tackle, tightend Jersey #56 HT/WT 6,4 546 Other sports Track and feild Twitter @5BIG6BABY Why do you play football? I play football too stay out of trouble and because I love the game! Who is your favorite sports star and why? Teiar tart because he’s […]
2022 PFN Player Profiles: Cam Michaels – Lewisburg
August 16, 2022 | Billy Splain
Cam Michaels Lewisburg Class Of 2023 WR/RB/SAFETY Jersey #21 HT/WT 5’6/160 Other sports Basketball and track All conference + area (sophomore +junior year) (football), all defense (freshman year) (basketball) Twitter @cammichaels04 Why do you play football? I try to glorify God in every way possible because He gave me these talents and even the gift […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Zayd Etheridge – Upper Merion
August 15, 2022 | Billy Splain
Zayd Etheridge Upper Merion High School Class Of 2023 Quarterback Jersey #5 HT/WT 6’2”/175 (6 starts) Season: 77 of 136 for 1,176 yds (8 TD’s) Most in game: 347 passing yds (2 TD’s) Other sports Basketball 2021 Mercury All-Area Twitter @Etheridgezayd Why do you play football? I feel like I can use football in order […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Having some fun with Juniata Valley
August 15, 2022 | Billy Splain
ICC Media day fun with the Hornets and Coach Bill Musser
2022 PFN Player Profile: Colm McGroarty – Mahanoy Area
August 15, 2022 | Billy Splain
Colm McGroarty Mahanoy Area Class Of 2024 QB and FS Jersey #2 HT/WT 5’8 165 1000+ All Purpose Yards 2 consecutive years in a row Other sports Basketball and Track and Field League Champ in 300m hurdles Twitter @ColmMcGroarty2 Why do you play football? I love the sport and the memories I make with my […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Steven Miller – Selinsgrove
August 15, 2022 | Billy Splain
Steven Miller Selinsgrove Class of 23 Jersey #43 5’11 230 DE, TE First team all daily item d-end 2020 Twitter: @Steven_Miller36 Why do you play football? I started at a young age and I’ve always had a special love for it. Who is your favorite sports star and why? I like TJ Watt because he […]
The STATE of PA Football presents: The 2022 Season Rollout Coaches Cookout, Live from Mr. G’s Sportsbar!
August 14, 2022 | Billy Splain
Exciting news! on Sunday Aug 14 the Season Rollout-Coaches Cookout returns!! 5 hours of live fun! Join our staff and Joe Gilloway of Linglestown Gazette sports live @ Mr. G’s Sportsbar 3745 N 6th St. Harrisburg (suggested!) or watch on the link below! COACHES! If you’d like to be a part of the show & […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Brody Rishel – Mifflin County
August 14, 2022 | Billy Splain
Brody Rishel Mifflin County Class Of 2023 Free safety Jersey # 12 HT/WT 5’7”/ 145 54 tackles in 2021 Twitter @BrodyRishel Why do you play football? I love to compete and I’ve loved the game since I was 5 Who is your favorite sports star and why? Jalen Ramsey, He plays defense very well so […]
2022 PFN Player Profiles: Kohen Lehman – North Penn Mansfield
August 14, 2022 | Billy Splain
Kohen Lehman North Penn Mansfield Class Of 2023 Running back & Middle linebacker Jersey #24 HT/WT 5’11 190 Total rushing yards: 1494 Average rushing yards: 6.2 Carries: 241 Rushing yards per game: 55.3 Rushing touchdowns: 19 Total touchdowns: 26 Other sports Wrestling Twitter @24lehamnKohen Why do you play football? Passionate about the sport Who is […]
