August 2026
Big Plays Propel Mifflin County Past Central Mountain in Season Opener
August 28, 2026 | Tristan Klinefelter
Big plays were the key to success as the Mifflin County Huskies took down the Central Mountain Wildcats 28-19 in the season opener. In the first quarter, turnovers plagued both teams. The opening Wildcat drive ended with quarterback Kyle Everett fumbling, with the Huskies recovering at the 37-yard line. The Huskies then faced fourth down […]
PIAA District Nine Season Preview
August 27, 2026 | Tristan Klinefelter
The 2026 PIAA football season kicks off this week, and teams across District Nine will be aiming for the top spot in their respective classifications. In 2025, Port Allegany (Class 1A), Karns City (Class 2A), Brockway (Class 3A), and Punxsutawney (Class 4A) took home gold in District Nine. This season, previous champions have moved classifications […]
Imhotep’s defense continues to roll in 35-0 shutout
September 2, 2023 | Tristan Klinefelter
Defense continues to be an anchor for the Imhotep Panthers. The Panthers defense through two games has allowed zero points while scoring 123 of its own. Last week the Panthers put on a show scoring 88 against Life Christian Academy. Friday night, the Panthers took on the Haverford School in Wilmington, Delaware. The Panthers began […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Alex Erby – Steel-High
August 19, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Alex Erby Steelton Highspire Quarterback Ht: 6’4 Wt: 201 Awards: State championship- 2x All-state QB, 2x Capital Division 1st team- Capital Team- 2x Division Champ. Other sports: Basketball and baseball Why do you play football? Just my love for the game since a young age and it’s been in the family. What has been […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Tiqwai Hayes – Aliquippa
August 17, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Tiqwai Hayes Aliquippa High School Class of 2025 Running back Ht: 5’11 Wt: 194 Awards: Freshman all-American, All-State, All-Conference, 4a player of the year. Other sports: Basketball and baseball Why do you play football? I play football because it’s an escape and so I can make millions one day. What has been your best memory? […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Andrew Witter – Big Spring
August 15, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Andrew Witter Big Spring High School Class of 2023 Wide receiver, strong safety, outside linebacker Ht: 6’1 Wt: 180 Why do you play football? I play football for the thrill of being under the lights and the tight bond you make with your teammates throughout the years. What has been your best memory? My best […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Finnegan Furmanek – State College
August 9, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Finnegan Furmanek State College High School Class of 2023 Quarterback, wide receiver Ht: 6’4 Wt: 200 Other sports: Basketball Twitter: @FinnFurmanek Why do you play football? I play football because I really enjoy the game and I also love to win. With football, you have to work as a team to achieve a common goal […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Cameron Lindsey – Aliquippa
August 3, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Cameron Lindsey Aliquippa High School Class of 2024 Linebacker, running back, fullback Ht: 6’2 Wt: 203 Awards: All-State and All-Conference first team. Other sports: Basketball and planning on running track next year. OFFER SHEET: Penn St, Eastern Michigan, Cincinnatti, UConn, Pitt, Maryland, Kent St, Syracuse, UMass Why do you play football? I just fell in […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Sam Penna – Richland (bonus FNLSMP Interview!)
July 31, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Sam Penna Richland High School Class of 2023 WR/QB/CB/ATH Ht: 5’8 Wt: 160 Awards: Two-time All-Area defensive back Other sports: Basketball Why do you play football? I fell in love with the sport of football at a very young age. I always had a ball in my hands. What has been your best memory? My […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Penn State Commit J’ven Williams – Wyomissing
July 31, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
J’ven Williams Wyomissing Class of 2023 Offensive guard/offensive tackle Ht: 6’5 Wt: 305 Awards: All-State, All-American, Berks County Lineman of the Year, All-District. Other sports: Track and Field Twitter: @williams_jven COMMITTED TO PENN STATE Why do you play football? I love the sport, I love all the memories and bonds you build with your […]
PFN Player Spotlight: Matt Kelley – Mount Carmel
July 22, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Matt Kelley Mount Carmel Area High School Class of 2023 Offensive lineman, defensive tackle Awards: AA Pafootballnews Coaches Select 1st Team OL AA Football Writers All-State 1st Team OL PHAC Division 3 1st Team OL & DL Daily Item 1st Team OL Press Enterprise 1st Team OL News Item 1st Team OL Pottsville Republican 1st […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Harvard Commit Stephen Scourtis – State College
July 20, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Stephen Scourtis State College High School Class of 2023 Defensive end, tight end Awards: 3x All-Academic Gold Team, 6A 2nd Team All-State DE (PA), 1st Team All-Conference TE (Mid-Penn Commonwealth), 3x Varsity Letterman Other sports: Lacrosse Offer Sheet: Columbia, Dartmouth, Kent st, Bowling Green, Buffalo, Harvard, Lehigh, Richmond, UMass, New Hampshire, Navy, Army, Fordham, […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Hayden Ward – Canton
July 20, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Hayden Ward Canton Jr/Sr High School Class of 2023 Linebacker, running back, wide receiver Awards: All-State Linebacker Other sports: Wrestling, baseball Why do you play football? I have always played ever since I could walk and I love the competitive aspect. What has been your best memory? When we came back to beat Old Forge […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Lacota Dippre – Lakeland
July 18, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Lacota Dippre Lakeland High School Class of 2023 Tight end, defensive end, linebacker Ht: 6’4 Wt: 240 Awards: All-State tight end and defensive end, District DPOY, Division DPOY Other sports: Track and field Offer Sheet: Kent st, Bowling Green, New Hampshire, Army, Dartmouth, LIU, Holy Cross, Brown, Lehigh, Albany, St. Francis, Monmouth, Fordham, Colgate, North […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Gabriel Arena – Bishop McDevitt
July 14, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Gabriel Arena Bishop McDevitt High School Class of 2023 Offensive lineman Ht: 6’5 Wt: 290 Other sports: I Played Lacrosse Freshman year and I’m looking to do track and field next year. COMMITTED TO VIRGINIA TECH Why do you play football? I play football because I love the sport and it’s a part of my […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Hadyn Packer – Jersey Shore
July 13, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Hadyn Packer Jersey Shore High School Class of 2023 Linebacker, running back Ht: 5’11 Wt: 205 Awards: PIAA AAAA 2020,2021 All-State LB, Newswatch 16 Dream Team Defensive player of the year, Piaa 2021 state third wrestling, 2019,2021 state qualifier. Other sports: Wrestling Why do you play football? I play football because it has always been […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Matthew Scicchitano: Mount Carmel Area
July 12, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Matthew Scicchitano Mount Carmel Area Class of 2023 DL/TE Ht: 6’4 Wt: 280 Other sports: Track and Field Awards: First-team All-State DL, WHEP Dream Team Twitter: @mshicky66 COMMITTED TO COASTAL CAROLINA I want to thank god, my entire family, my teammates, my coaches, and everyone else who has helped me get to where I’m at. […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Maxwell Washington – Bedford
July 12, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Maxwell Washington Bedford High School Class of 2023 Cornerback, running back Ht: 5’10 Wt: 185 Awards: Second-team All-State, All-LHAC Other sports: Basketball and track Twitter: @MaxwellWashin13 Why do you play football? Because it’s the most fun sport I’ve ever played. What has been your best memory? The win against Hickory my Sophomore year. Who is […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Rocco Serafini – Central Mountain
July 11, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Rocco Serafini Central Mountain High School Class of 2024 Strong safety, running back Ht: 6’1 Wt: 180 Awards: First team All-Conference defensive back Other sports: Wrestling Twitter: @RoccoSerafini2 Why do you play football? Love the game. Nothing compares to Friday nights. What has been your best memory? Playing in the district championship game for only […]
2022 PFN Player Profile: Grayden Lewis – Richland
July 8, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Grayden Lewis Richland High School Class of 2023 Slotback and Strong safety Ht: 5’11 Wt: 173 Awards: first-team All-State, first-team All-Area, first-team All-Conference Other sports: Track and field Twitter: @graydenlewis Why do you play football? I play for the competitiveness, and constant dedication required. What has been your best memory? My best and worst memory […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Hunter Smith – Central
July 3, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Hunter Smith Central High School Class of 2024 Athlete, linebacker Ht: 6’2 Wt: 210 Awards: All-State fullback, Altoona athlete of the week Other sports: Basketball and baseball Why do you play football? It’s always a grind and I love being part of a team. What has been your best memory? Reaching the state semi-finals with […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Neco Eberhardt – Aliquippa
July 2, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Neco Eberhardt Aliquippa High School Class of 2023 DT/OG Ht: 6’3 Wt: 285 Awards: First-team All-Conference DT/OG, second-team All-State DT, All-Academic team Other sports: Track and Field Why do you play football? I just love the sport and it does good for me and my family! What has been your best memory? I would […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Dominico Spataro – Lakeland
July 2, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Dominico Spataro Lakeland High School Class of 2023 Quarterback, defensive back Ht: 5’9 Wt: 170 Awards: 3A All-State Quarterback, 3A Coaches Selection All-State Defensive Back, WNEP Sweet 16 Dream Team Quarterback, 2020-21 3A District Champion. Other sports: Swimming Why do you play football? I play football because it’s something you can do and just be […]
DONE 2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Garrett Harrold – Penn Cambria
June 30, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Garrett Harrold Penn Cambria High School Class of 2023 Quarterback, linebacker Ht: 6’2 Wt: 197 Awards: All-Conference Other sports: Basketball and baseball Why do you play football? I love the grind and how you have to rely on your teammates to be successful. What has been your best memory? Winning the Goalpost trophy my sophomore […]
2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Camron Watkins – Bald Eagle
June 24, 2022 | Tristan Klinefelter
Camron Watkins Bald Eagle Area High School Class of 2024 Wide receiver and defensive end Ht: 6’2 Wt: 195 Awards: Second-team Mountain League for offense and defense Other sports: Basketball and baseball Why do you play football? I play football because as a little kid I would watch football games on my tv and told […]
