Beyond The Keystone
CSP (NY) coach Ty Harper steps down as head coach
January 13, 2025 | Josh Hosier
A “Decade of Dominance” culminates with a state title and the departure of the Leader of the Pack. In 2015 a Dynasty was born. The Small towns of Clymer, Sherman and Panama came together to create a co-op football program known as the CSP Wolfpack. The new program was entrusted to a Sherman Teacher named […]
Koi Fagan’s 80-yard Touchdown Leads Martinsburg To 11th State Title
December 15, 2024 | Shane Lux
Charleston – Koi Fagan has been no stranger to big plays during his high school career. None of those will come close to his final rush as a Bulldog. The Martinsburg senior lined up in the shotgun with 1:58 to play in a 17-17 draw. He took the snap and raced 80 yards in 14 […]
Bridgeport Overwhelms Herbert Hoover In State Final
December 14, 2024 | Shane Lux
Charleston – The Bridgeport Indians capped an undefeated season with a 49-7 rout of Herbert Hoover. The Indians came into Saturday afternoon looking for their 11th state title and first of the decade. They had made their first appearance in the state final since 2019, and Bridgeport dominated from start to finish. Like they had […]
Frankfort vs. Roane County Game Highlight Reel
December 14, 2024 | Shane Lux
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Wahama vs. Cameron Game Highlight Reel
December 14, 2024 | Shane Lux
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Frankfort Routs Roane County For First Title
December 14, 2024 | Shane Lux
Charleston – A night to remember. Frankfort won their first-ever state football championship Friday night at Laidley Field in Charleston, 49-14, over Roane County. A highly anticipated contest between two 13-0 teams turned into a one-sided rout, as the boys from Mineral County left no doubt about who was the top dog in AA. Perhaps […]
Wahama Wins First State Title Since 2012
December 13, 2024 | Shane Lux
Charleston – Wahama won their first state title since 2012 with a 29-22 victory over Cameron. The White Falcons capped an undefeated season with a triumph against a tough Dragons squad. The win earns Wahama their first crown since a dramatic 43-42 overtime victory over Weirton Madonna over a decade ago. “I’m so thankful to […]
Ohio: Ironton Wins First State Title Since 1989, Beats Liberty Center 28-17 in Wild Finish (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 7, 2024 | Sykotyk
Shaun Terry put on an absolute clinic Saturday night, leading the Ironton Fighting Tigers to a hard-fought 28-17 victory over the Liberty Center Tigers. Terry’s electrifying performance earned him MVP honors, as he amassed over 200 receiving and rushing yards and scored three touchdowns. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams showcasing offensive […]
Ohio: Coldwater clocks Kirtland, in 31-7 victory to win Division VI Championship (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 7, 2024 | Sykotyk
The Coldwater Cavaliers showcased a potent offensive attack and a stifling defense en route to a convincing victory over the Kirtland Hornets. While the final score wasn’t overly reflective of the game’s dominance, the Cavaliers’ superior field position and big-play ability proved too much for the Hornets to overcome. The Cavaliers’ first drive stalled after […]
Ohio: Olentangy Liberty Wins First State Championship in Football, 28-14 over Archbishop Moeller (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 7, 2024 | Sykotyk
Olentangy Liberty’s Patriots took flight Friday night, defeating the Archbishop Moeller Crusaders in a hard-fought contest marked by big plays and turnovers. While the final score wasn’t a blowout, Liberty’s explosive offense, spearheaded by quarterback Andrew Leonard and receiver Christian Moulton, proved too much for Moeller to overcome. The game opened with Liberty throwing an […]
Ohio: Marion Local Obliterates Hillsdale, 74-0 to win Division VII Title
December 6, 2024 | Sykotyk
The Marion Local Flyers put on an absolute clinic Friday morning, decimating the Hillsdale Falcons with a resounding 74-0 victory. The Flyers’ offense was unstoppable, racking up yardage and touchdowns at will, while the defense suffocated Hillsdale’s every attempt to gain ground. The first half was a showcase of the Flyers’ multifaceted attack. Parker Hess […]
Ohio: Avon Wins Division II Championship over Anderson, 20-13 (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 6, 2024 | Sykotyk
The Avon Eagles soared to victory over the Anderson Raptors in a back-and-forth game marked by explosive offensive plays and costly turnovers. Both teams showcased impressive offensive capabilities, but Avon’s ability to capitalize on key moments proved decisive. The Eagle’s offense consistently marched down the field, producing several impressive drives. Their first drive, an 88-yard […]
South Range Snatches Victory Over Poland With Last Minute Score, 17-16 (PHOTO GALLERY)
November 23, 2024 | Sykotyk
After struggling to keep up with a determined Poland squad, South Range finally found a way to victory in the final minute. Trailing 16-10, Tommy Titus caught a 13-yard touchdown pass to even the score. And Kicker Luke Starkey’s successful conversion kick gave South Range the lead that had eluded them for the first 47 […]
New York Section 6 Champions crowned but no time to celebrate with NY regional round on tap.
November 19, 2024 | Josh Hosier
New York Section 6 Champions crowned but no time to celebrate with NY regional round on tap. Thursday and Friday saw NY’s section 6 championship contests at the Buffalo Bills Highmark stadium. 5 classes competed in 2 days of games and Section 6 has their 2024 champions. In Class AA, The Lancaster Legends […]
New York: Salamanca Wins 11th Section VI Title in 40-14 Romp Over Portville
November 14, 2024 | Sykotyk
In the rain under the bright lights of Highmark Stadium, Salamanca stood victorious for their 11th Section VI Championship in a 40-14 win over Portville. In the first half, Maddox Issac opened the scoring on an 18 yard run. Trailing 7-0, Maxx DeYoe scored for Portville on a 3 yard run. But the conversion attempt […]
Clymer/Sherman/Panama Claims Section VI Class D Title With 33-8 Victory over F/E Titans (PHOTO GALLERY)
November 14, 2024 | Sykotyk
CSP starts sluggish, wins decisively over a stubborn Franklinville/Ellicottville Titan team, 33-8 after leading just 14-0 at the half. The third quarter was all-Wolfpack, with a swarming defense and and two more touchdowns. Tate Catanese led the way for CSP, scoring two touchdowns with his feet and two with his arm. From 9 and 19 […]
New York: Clymer/Sherman/Panama 51, Gowanda/Pine Valley 24 (Photo Gallery)
November 11, 2024 | Sykotyk
In Western New York’s Section VI, the Class D championship’s final slot came down to Clymer/Sherman/Panama and Gowanda/Pine Valley. On a cool November afternoon at Jack Keeney Community Field in Panama, the two teams put on a show of two entirely different halves. In the first half, Gowanda/Pine Valley capitalized on field position and turnovers […]
New York’s Chuck Funke Bowl – Akron 20, Southwestern 14 OT (Photo Gallery)
November 8, 2024 | Sykotyk
On Thursday night in Akron, New York, the final game of the Chuck Funke Bowl was played for the Class C Championship. The host Akron Tigers took on the Southwestern Trojans. Nick Fry led the offensive output for the Akron Tigers, scoring twice in regulation. Both on short runs in the second quarter. Conlan Luck […]
New York Section 6 Playoff update
November 5, 2024 | Josh Hosier
New York Section 6 Playoff update An exciting weekend of football in New York moved the Section 6 teams one step closer to section crowns as all classes have now reached the semifinals. Class AA: Bennett the top seed had a bye but they learned their opponent Friday night when Jamestown defeated Niagara Falls 41-14. […]
Ohio Spotlight: Smithville 20, LaBrae 13 (PHOTO GALLERY)
November 2, 2024 | Sykotyk
A 13-13 deadlock was settled with 1:17 left in the game when Mason Haines scored his second touchdown of the game for the Smithville Smithies. The Smithies weathered the storm of the final possession by LaBrae, including a personal foul after a Smithville defender spiked the ball in frustration after failing to corral a potential […]
New York Spotlight: Medina 28, Falconer/Cassadaga Valley/Maple Grove 12 (PHOTO GALLERY)
November 1, 2024 | Sykotyk
NYSPHSAA Section 6 Class C Quarterfinal – Medina v. Falconer/Cassadaga Valley/Maple Grove at Veterans Memorial Park in Medina, New York. #59 @PaFootballNews #BeyondTheKeystone @WNYAthletics @MedinaSports pic.twitter.com/9q6NzAvbAc — Sykotyk (@Sykotyk) October 31, 2024 Jacob Roth with a 1 yard TD run. Kick is blocked. Falconer/Cassadaga Valley/Maple Grove leads Medina, 6-0 with 4:16 left in the first […]
New York’s Chuck Funke Bowl: Niagara-Wheatfield 28, North Tonawanda 15 (PHOTO GALLERY)
October 31, 2024 | Sykotyk
Niagara-Wheatfield and North Tonawanda competed Wednesday night for the Chuck Funke Bowl. A post-season tournament in Section VI for teams that did not qualify for the sectional playoffs. In Class A, only two teams participated, and the championship game was played at Niagara-Wheatfield’s Turf Field just outside Sanborn, New York. Dee Lewis scored twice for […]
New York Section 6 Class D 1st Round Playoff Preview
October 29, 2024 | Josh Hosier
Section 6 Class D 1st Round Preview Cattaraugus Little Valley Timberwolves #6 (1-7) at Franklinville / Ellicottville Titans #3 (5-3) For the first time in 3 season the Timberwolves of Cattaraugus Little Valley have a win. They beat Cardinal O’Hara in week 3 but the more important outcome of the season was that the T-Wolves […]
New York Section 6 Class C 1st Round Playoff Preview
October 29, 2024 | Josh Hosier
Section 6 Class C 1st Round Preview Portville Panthers #8 (6-2) at Newfane Panthers #1 (7-1) Portville / Cuba Rushford / Hinsdale had a very strong performance in the Class C South this season. The Panthers finished the season on an impressive 5 game winning streak including wins over Southwestern and Chautauqua Lake. Senior Quarterback […]
New York Section 6 Class B 1st Round Playoff Preview
October 29, 2024 | Josh Hosier
Section 6 Class B 1st Round Preview Maryvale Flyers #8 (5-3) at Pioneer Panthers #1 (8-0) The Flyers opened their season with a tough loss 3 hours from home against the defending Class D State Champions Tioga. Only 2 losses the rest of the way, week 5 to Olean and week 8 to Lackawanna. If […]
New York Section 6 Class A 1st Round Playoff Preview
October 29, 2024 | Josh Hosier
Section 6 Class A 1st Round Preview Williamsville East Flames #8 (3-5) at McKinley Macks #1 (5-3) The Flames finished 3-5 but 2-3 in A2 which earned them the last playoff spot. Unfortunately, that earns them a first round matchup with McKinley. Will East will need Senior Giovanni Frysz to improve on his 3.4 yards […]
New York Section 6 Class AA 1st Round Playoff Preview
October 29, 2024 | Josh Hosier
Section 6 Class AA 1st Round Preview Lockport Lions #7 (1-7) at Lancaster Legends #2 (6-2) This matchup should be rather one sided as the records and prior meeting suggest. Lancaster beat Lockport on September 14th by a score of 48-22. Lancaster dominated their way to 2nd in AA with powerful offensive performances week after […]
New York State Playoff Brackets by Class
October 29, 2024 | Josh Hosier
New York State – State Playoff Brackets NYS playoff brackets with a few spots still not fully locked in. In New York, some sections play an additional week of games before beginning their sectional playoffs. Another note is that in A and AA there is a portion of the brackets that says Section 4 Alternate. […]
Ohio 8-Man Spotlight: Southington Chalker 68, Holgate 8 (PHOTO GALLERY)
October 28, 2024 | Sykotyk
The Southington Wildcats dominate their Saturday Night game at Wildcat Acres against the visiting Holgate Tigers, 68-8. A huge first half fueled by several onside kick recovers, put the Wildcats up, 62-8 at the halftime break. Winning comfortably with a running clock second half, 68-8. Southington Chalker v. Holgate at Wildcat Acres in Southington, Ohio. […]
Akron Thriller – East 28, Garfield 26 (PHOTO GALLERY)
October 27, 2024 | Sykotyk
A slow back-and-forth game features a thrilling last minute comeback that falls just short for the Garfield Rams. After trading touchdowns for a 6-6 tie, East jumped out to a two score lead, up 28-12 thanks to Ziaire Stevens and Braylon Bush. Late in the game, after turning the ball over on downs, Garfield secures […]
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