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Cocalico becomes the first 12 seed to win Districts as they pound Exeter for the 5A title
November 25, 2022
Photos by Bill Snook “From 3-4 to here now as District Champs is incredible” Cocalico Head Coach Bryan Strohl said after his Cocalico Eagles stomped the previously undefeated Exeter Eagles 34-14. Quarterback Josh Meyer had two rushing touchdowns of his own, Aaryn Longenecker had two interceptions as Cocalico continues its Cinderella run onto states. Everything […]
Solanco holds off Shippensburg’s rally advancing to the District Semi-finals
November 13, 2022
It may not have been the finished they would have wanted, but Solanco behind Josiah Forren’s monster evening held off Shippensburg 42-35. “I did not like the way we finished” Forren said “Happy we won but not happy with how we finished”. The Golden Mules remain a perfect 11-0 on the year as they […]
Cam Jones and the Wilson Bulldogs fend off Manheim Township
October 29, 2022
Heading into week 10 both teams had playoff positions wrapped up, this game was more about seeding than anything as they could very easily face off again. Behind 248 rushing from Senior Cam Jones, the Wilson Bulldogs held off Manheim Township 27-21. Jones accounted for two rushing touchdowns and one passing as he once […]
Jack Dendall and the Wilson Bulldogs still have championship aspirations
October 27, 2022
Jack Dendall is one of the top linemen in the LLBerks, come next year he will be a highly sought-after recruit. Coming in at 6’3 and close to 300 pounds, it is not hard to believe why his Wilson Bulldogs have not missed a beat in their potent running game. Behind Dendall and Company, Wilson […]
A Mid-season review of the LL-Berks League
September 29, 2022
The halfway point of the LL Berks season hit us about as soon that the weather went from 90s and humid to 60s and cold. Hard to believe how fast it has moved but it has been filled with offensive explosions, defensive stalwarts, and overall good football. We broke down where each section stands and […]
Manheim Central too much for Warwick remains unbeaten
September 24, 2022
Coach Hahn speaks with his team after their win Behind Brycen Arnold’s legs in the first half and Zac Hahn’s arm in the second, Manheim Central took care of Warwick 47-13. Both juniors for the Barons combined for 5 touchdowns, with Arnold having two scores and Hahn throwing for 3 and running for 1. “Not […]
Zac Hahn knows all about expectations
September 22, 2022
Manheim Central quarterback Zac Hahn has the unique situation of not only being the qb for one of the top teams in the League and District, but he is also the Head Coach Dave Hahn’s son. Not only has he taken on the expectations he has succeeded them through four games, piling up 10 […]
Manheim Township takes down State Power Harrisburg in a thriller
September 11, 2022
Hayden Johnson found fellow Junior Asher Wolfe from the 4 yard line with 4 seconds left to give Manheim Township the thrilling victory. In a game with two teams that appear to heavy district 3 favorites, the Blue Streaks (2-1) shocked the Cougars in Sevarance Field Saturday afternoon. Johnson had two total touchdowns […]
Manheim Township blanks Dallastown prepares for their showdown with Harrisburg
September 3, 2022
Coach Evans speaks with his team after their win Midway through the third quarter with the game well in hand for the Blue Streaks, Head Coach Mark Evans pulled his starters as his squad was cruising to a victory “We wanted to get the bad taste out of our mouth” referencing their heartbreaking loss […]
Landon Kennel is ready for his moment
September 1, 2022
Kennel goes in for the touchdown Landon Kennel is one of the top receivers in the LL-Berks league and now with the graduation of several key playmakers has a bigger role in Coach Evans offense. The Junior got things started fast last week with his monster performance against Cumberland Valley. Notching 11 receptions and […]
Elizabethtown blasts right through crosstown Rival Donegal in Coach Stokes Debut
August 27, 2022
Elizabethtown with some post-game calisthenics If it were up to Coach Stokes, he would have had his Bears score 50, but between players cramping, ridiculous humidity and a message already been sent, he settled for a 43-21 victory over Donegal. “I wanted 50, I don’t care who it was, but is a good […]
Solanco brings the Milk Jug Trophy back to Quarryville in a thriller over Lampeter-Strasburg
August 27, 2022
Coach Tony Cox and the Mules hold the Milk Jug Trophy For the first time since 2018 the Solanco Golden Mules took down the LS Pioneers 40-35 in a game that came down to the final play. After an Elijah Cunningham touchdown put the Mules up with 21 seconds to go, Trenton Wagner marched […]
Lampeter-Strasburg and Coach Ridenour will take on anyone
August 24, 2022
Coach Ridenour addressing his team last fall A new season is on the horizon for Coach Victor Ridenour in his second year as the Head Coach for the Lampeter-Strasburg Pioneers. This year they are not only bring in several new starters, but several new opponents for the defending Section Champions. Gone are stars Nick Del […]
Jordan Martin and the Comets keep moving forward
May 9, 2022
Jordan Martin is a two-time First Team All Section Selection Penn Manor finally broke through in one of the most competitive leagues and sections in the state last season. They finished 5-5 for the first time in over 7 seasons and return several key starters for 2022. One of them is two time All-Section […]
Millersville completes Spring Ball with their Annual Black and Gold Game
April 23, 2022
Coach Morgan talking to his squad after the game There were bone crushing hits, outstanding catches, skirmishes among the lineman but most importantly, football was played at Chryst Field Saturday afternoon. The Millersville Marauders completed the Spring practices with their annual Black and Gold Game in which both sides of the football show their potential. […]
Noah Rohrer and Donegal will not back down
April 21, 2022
Rohrer is a dynamic playmaker for the Indians Noah Rohrer is a big time linebacker/running back for the Donegal Indians, that returns along with a number of key starters in hopes of another District Playoff run. Rohrer was one of the league leading tacklers last season does it all for Donegal. He also totaled […]
Columbia turns to former assistant Brady Mathias to take over
April 5, 2022
There is a new Head Coach at Columbia and that would be former assistant Brady Mathias. While only 25 years old, Coach Mathias brings a wealth of experience from both his coaching and playing career. The Hempfield alum was also a key staff member on the Crimson Tide’s historic District 3 playoff run last year. […]
Quarterback Hayden Johnson is focused on the big picture
March 31, 2022
Among many of the big time returning players returning next year for the LL-Berks League (Cameron Jones, Noah Rohrer, Jonathan Martin just to name a few) Sophomore Hayden Johnson may stand out the most. The Manheim Township quarterback, Johnson put up outstanding numbers (25 tds, 8 ints) leading his squad to a District 3 playoff […]
Cam Jones always has his priorities in order
March 21, 2022
Photo credit to Coach Joe Mays Dynamic Specialist/play-maker Cameron Jones set numerous records this past season for the Wilson Bulldogs. Whether he was returning punts or kickoffs the rising Senior looked like the reincarnation of Devin Hester. I have never seen so many teams purposefully kick away from a player until this past one […]
Reading High sticks to their roots with the hire of Coach Troy
February 25, 2022
Growing up in Lancaster, Reading High was always a school that I did not enjoy playing for many reasons. The 1 hour plus bus ride, my teams lack of preparation but the reality was our squad had a general fear of playing against the likes of Sam Bryant, Sean Gaul, James Bryant and Troy Godinet. […]
Elizabethtown hires Keith Stokes as their Head Coach
February 24, 2022
Coach Keith Stokes has done it all from a player to a coach, he is bringing years of experience to the Elizabethtown Bears football squad. Mr. Stokes has paid his dues for quite some time, having coaching stops at Coatesville, Manheim Townhip and Mccaskey. The East Carolina Alum stopped by to discuss his career, expectations […]
Around the 717 for the final time this season
November 30, 2021
Wilson and Coach Dahms claimed another Section 1 title That is a wrap for the Football season for this first time reporter, covered many games, traveled to different parts of the state and will leave with so many grateful memories. With all the teams in the Lancaster-Lebanon League seasons coming to an end, I […]
Bishop McDevitt Captures the District 3 4A Championship over Lampeter-Strasburg
November 27, 2021
Bishop Mcdevitt Celebrates their first District title since 2018 On a cold windy night, Junior Marquese William’s 30 yard scamper would be the difference as the Bishop McDevitt Crusaders captured their first District Championship since 2018. “It feels great, at halftime we were mad, when adversity hit, somebody had to be the one” […]
District 3 4A Finals Preview Lampeter-Strasburg @ Bishop Mcdevitt
November 25, 2021
Lampeter-Strasburg gathers for the final team at home this season District 3 4A Championship Preview: Lampeter-Strasburg vs Bishop McDevitt A match-up between these two powerhouses had seemed bound to happen since the start of the season. Facing off 5 times in the past decade (Bishop McDevitt leads the series 4-1) there seemed to […]
Lampeter-Strasburg pitches another shutout, advancing to the District 3 4A Championship
November 20, 2021
Lampeter-Strasburg gathers for a post game celebration With a showdown against noted powerhouse Bishop McDevitt looming the Lampeter-Strasburg Pioneers did not lose focus pitching their school record 5th shutout of Kennard-Dale 31-0. “They are a very good football team; it wasn’t that hard to keep our focus” Head Coach Victor Ridenour said, “You can […]
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