December 2019
Slippery Rock falls to Minnesota State in DII semifinals @lutzsru @SRURockFB @slipperyrocku @MinnStFootball
December 14, 2019 | Shane Lux
Slippery Rock saw its magical season come to an abrupt halt as the Rock was rolled over 58-15 by Minnesota State in the Division II semifinals Saturday afternoon. “I should be happy with the season we had, but we got our butts kicked in every facet of the game today,” said Slippery Rock head coach […]
Harrison Jr. Amazing Catch has St. Joe’s Prep Heading back to Hershey after OT win
November 30, 2019 | Shane Lux
What do you do when you’re missing your starting quarterback, who just happens to be committed to Ohio State as a junior, and a future all state wide receiver and you’re up against a team that want’s to get to Hershey just as bad as you do? You turn to your back up quarterback (Malik […]
Avonworth advances to first state championship @WilmingtonSD @AvonworthFB @Avonworthschool
November 29, 2019 | Shane Lux
For the first time in school history, the Avonworth Antelopes will be playing for a state football championship after defeating Wilmington 33-21 Friday night at Slippery Rock High School. “It’s uncharted territory now, but it’s exciting,” said Avonworth head coach Duke Johncour. “Our entire community has been following and supporting this team all season. This […]
Wilmington knocks off Ridgway
November 23, 2019 | Shane Lux
Wilmington rushed 426 yards to push past a spirited performance by Ridgway 45-27 Friday at Slippery Rock University. “Ridgway is an outstanding team, and Mark Heindl and staff do a great job,” said Wilmington head coach Brandon Phillian. “They’re a very quality opponent, and that’s what you want to see this time of year. Going […]
Sharon wins third straight title
November 17, 2019 | Shane Lux
New coach, same result, Sharon wins third straight District 10 3A title. “It feels amazing, and I can’t say enough about this team,” said Sharon first-year head coach Jason McElhaney. “The way these guys battled I can’t put it into words, I’d go to battle for them any day.” For the second straight season, the […]
Farrell roasts Tussey Mountain (FULL GAME GALLERY/VIDEO) @farrellfootball @peguesAmp @farrellfootball
November 17, 2019 | Shane Lux
The Farrell Steelers made quick work of District 5 champion Tussey Mountain in the Round of 16 of the PIAA Class A state tournament. The Steelers scored on nine of their first ten possessions and grabbed a 60-0 lead by the end of the third quarter en route to 60-14 thrashing of the Titans. […]
Grove City advances to 4th-staright D10 title game
November 10, 2019 | Shane Lux
Grove City advances to the District 10 championship for the 4th-straight year. “What a game, I’m so proud of the kids,” said Grove City head coach Sam Mowrey. “They came out here and played 48 minutes. Through the ups and downs, they kept chucking away and put together a great football game.” After losing […]
Farrell wins 5th-straight D10 Title
November 9, 2019 | Shane Lux
Farrell rattled off the game’s final 22 points and won their 5th-straight District 10 Class A title. “This is a credit to those seniors, they buckled down when times were tough and got it done,” said Farrell head coach Anthony Pegues. “My hats off to Maplewood, they’re a tough opponent and a great team.” The […]
Henwood throws six touchdowns, Hornets blowout North East
November 3, 2019 | Shane Lux
Coming off a bye week, Hickory showed no sign of rust as the Hornets blitzed North East 56-0 Saturday at Wilmington High School. “I thought we played great together as a team,” said Hickory head coach Bill Dungee. “We’re always looking for new guys to make plays. We had eight different players score tonight. Defensively […]
Sharon routs Girard
November 2, 2019 | Shane Lux
Sharon routed Girard 48-14 Saturday afternoon at Wilmington High School in the opening round of the District 10 3A playoffs. Lane Voytik led the way for Tigers as he completed 16-of-25 passes for 324 yards and two touchdowns. “We’ve come to expect that from him, what he’s doing isn’t easy,” Sharon head coach Jason […]
Oil City goes back-to-back
November 2, 2019 | Shane Lux
Oil City ground out a hard-fought 9-7 win over Meadville Friday night to win the school’s second straight District 10 5A title. “It feels great and is just fantastic to be back-to-back champions,” said Oil City head coach Dan York. “I can’t express my feelings. The first time you win it, you feel it a […]
Northwestern blanks Lakeview 33-0
October 28, 2019 | Shane Lux
Northwestern used a strong special teams effort and stingy defense to blank Lakeview 33-0 Saturday night at Edinboro University. The game marked the second time in October that the Wildcats had beaten the Sailors. Northwestern won the October 4th matchup 30-14. “I give credit to their coaching staff. The scoreboard may not have indicated that, […]
Meadville crusies past Warren into title game
October 26, 2019 | Shane Lux
They say it’s hard to beat a team twice in one season. Meadville made it look easy Saturday afternoon at Edinboro University. The win puts the Bulldogs one step closer to a District 10 5A championship after Meadville went 0-9 last season. “We brought these guys into the weight room this offseason and said look […]
Bethel Park holds off Upper St. Clair
October 26, 2019 | Shane Lux
Bethel Park built a 14-0 halftime lead, then had to hold off Upper St. Clair for a dramatic 14-13 victory Friday night. In a defensive battle, the Black Hawks came up with the big stops when they had to in order to preserve the win. “If you go back and look at our loss last […]
Steel Valley pulls away from Summit Academy
October 19, 2019 | Shane Lux
NiJay Burt rushed for 160 yards and scored four touchdowns as Steel Valley pulled away from Summit Academy 33-16 Saturday afternoon. “NiJay’s our go-to guy since we put him at tailback,” said Steel Valley head coach Ray Braszo. “He’s not a big kid, but he runs hard and is a great running back. I thought […]
Grove City holds off Meadville
October 19, 2019 | Shane Lux
Grove City built 38-19 lead early in the fourth quarter. Then had to hold off a furious Meadville comeback attempt to knockoff the Bulldogs 38-33 Friday night at Forker Field. “I can’t take games like this kidded, Grove City head coach Sam Mowrey. “Not every game is going to be pretty. There is a lot […]
