Slippery Rock Wins All-Time Classic Over IUP, 33-32
October 6, 2024
INDIANA, PA – #9 Slippery Rock won a thrilling game against #21 Indiana (PA) Saturday afternoon. In a deja-vu moment from last week, Slippery Rock got out to a huge lead before crumbling on both sides of the ball. The Rock got on the board on their first offensive possession of the game. Chris D’Or […]
Peters Township Victorious Over Moon Area, 23-14
October 5, 2024
MOON, PA – The Peters Township Indians were victorious over the Moon Area Tigers Friday evening, 23-14. A defensive showdown ensued during the first quarter, with both teams exchanging multiple three-and-outs and punts. This would be until later in the quarter, when a shanked punt from Moon would set Peters up deep inside Tigers territory. […]
Slippery Rock Survives Scare From Edinboro, 28-23
September 29, 2024
SLIPPERY ROCK, PA – It was a tale of two halves Saturday evening at Mihalik-Thompson Stadium. Slippery Rock would get on the board early, following a 4-play, 65-yard drive capped off by a 24-yard rushing touchdown from Chris D’Or. After a three-and-out, quarterback Brayden Long snuck into the end zone, extending the Rock’s early lead […]
Neshannock cruises past Shenango, 43-14
September 28, 2024
NESHANNOCK TWP, PA – There was no stopping the Lancers offense Friday night. Following a three-and-out on the first possession of the game, Shenango would try to catch the Lancers sleeping early with a fake punt. However, an overthrow set up Neshannock on the 38-yard line of the Wildcats. On the very next play, the […]
4A Greater Allegheny Conference Mid-Season Review
September 26, 2024
Prior to the season, I wrote a conference preview for the 4A Greater Allegheny conference. You can find that article here. Now that we’re halfway through the regular season, lets see how the teams have panned out thus far, and how my predictions compare. Let’s start out with some overall recaps of the conference itself. […]
Slippery Rock Improves to 3-0 Heading Into PSAC West Play
September 22, 2024
SHIPPENSBURG, PA – Slippery Rock improved to 3-0 Saturday afternoon following their 33-7 win over Shippensburg. The Rock entered Saturday’s contest following tough wins over New Haven (22-7) and Shepherd (20-10). Both teams had made the playoffs last season, and received votes in the Top 25 poll prior to their games. Shippensburg would look to […]
Duquesne Shuts Out West Virginia Wesleyan, 35-0
September 21, 2024
PITTSBURGH, PA – The rain delay wasn’t enough to cool down the Dukes on Saturday afternoon. Duquesne was coming off an upset win over previously ranked no. 20 Youngstown State on the road last week. This marked the second time Duquesne has won over a ranked FCS opponent in program history. Prior to that, the […]
North Allegheny Overcomes Early Scare From Norwin, 36-14
September 21, 2024
WEXFORD, PA – North Allegheny defeated Norwin 36-14 Friday night, but it wasn’t as easy as the final score may imply. Both teams would get off to a slow start with three and outs resulting in punts. On the Tigers second possession, quarterback Brady Brinkley would take the keeper 63-yards to the house. A successful […]
Grove City Looking Ahead to Saint Vincent Following Off Week
September 19, 2024
GROVE CITY, PA – Following an off week after their 41-0 victory over Geneva, the Grove City Wolverines will look ahead to Saint Vincent. Grove City is 1-0 for the seventh consecutive year, dating back to 2018 when the Wolverines defeated Juniata in their season opener, 38-23. Since then, Grove City has produced seven consecutive […]
Brock Cornell Flips Commitment to Penn
September 18, 2024
IMPERIAL, PA – On Wednesday, Brock Cornell announced his commitment to the University of Pennsylvania. Cornell, a West Allegheny product, previously committed to Bucknell in July. 100% Committed @CoachPriore @PennFB @CoachDupont @CoachMetzler @CoachCless pic.twitter.com/P71YfnMlhl — Brock Cornell (@BrockCornell7) September 18, 2024 In 2023, Cornell was named first team all-conference following his impressive junior season. In […]
Pine-Richland Native Making Big Impact For Duquesne
September 17, 2024
PITTSBURGH, PA – The name ‘Miller’ isn’t new to Pittsburgh football. Jared Miller was a four year starter for the Pitt football program from 1993-1996. While at Pitt, Miller started at guard as a freshman, where he blocked for future hall-of-fame running back Curtis Martin. Miller later transitioned over to defensive end, where he would […]
Gateway Product Cements Backyard Brawl Win
September 16, 2024
PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s not how you start, but how you finish. That was the story of the Backyard Brawl, but for one Pitt player, it has another meaning. Derrick Davis Jr is no stranger to Pittsburgh. Davis graduated from Gateway High School in 2021, 16-miles east of Acrisure Stadium. During his time as a […]
Slippery Rock improves to 2-0 amidst tough schedule
September 15, 2024
SHEPHERSTOWN, WV – Slippery Rock improved to 2-0 Saturday afternoon, defeating Shepherd 20-10. Slippery Rock opened up their 2024 campaign against the New Haven Chargers. The Chargers were coming off an 8-3 season, where they won the NE10 Championship and made their third straight playoff appearance. New Haven, led by head coach Chris Pincince, were […]
Robert Morris notches first win of season over Mercyhurst, 55-28
September 14, 2024
MOON TWP, PA – The Robert Morris Colonials picked up their first win of the season Saturday, defeating Mercyhurst 55-28. Both the Colonials and Lakers entered the matchup looking to bounce back following nail-biting losses. Robert Morris fell last week to Edinboro 23-21, with Mercyhurst coming up short against Howard 32-31. Robert Morris quarterback Anthony […]
Neshannock’s defense silences Rochester, 21-0
September 14, 2024
NESHANNOCK, PA – They say defense wins games, and Neshannock proved that Friday night. Rochester, plagued by injuries and a thin roster, has struggled mightily this season. Through their three games, the Rams offense has put up just 6 total points, compared to 132 from Neshannock. Following a nail-biting loss to Ellwood City in the […]
Bethel Park rolls by Seneca Valley, 50-14
August 24, 2024
HARMONY, PA – It was a rough night to be a Raiders fan at Nextier Stadium. Following a disappointing 3-7 season, Ron Butschle’s squad looked to start their 2024 campaign with a win over the Blackhawks. Instead, Bethel Park dominated Seneca Valley on both sides of the ball, resulting in a crushing 50-14 triumph over […]
Conference Preview: 4A Greater Allegheny
August 18, 2024
It was a busy and eventful offseason for the Greater Allegheny Conference. Since December, the GAC has added three teams, while also losing four. McKeesport comes over after winning the 4A Big Seven in 2023, while Knoch and West Mifflin make the move up from 3A. As for the losses, Armstrong and Kiski Area head […]
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