PA Football News Archives
August 2021
Coach Weider’s @Go_Rout Coaches Notebook: McCaskey breaks a long streak and much more from week 1 in the LL
August 30, 2021 | Pat Weider
J.P. McCaskey breaks through with a win after losing 26 straight games. A 27-20 win over ReadingOn Saturday interim head coach Ben Thompson started his career with a win. Starting 1-0 is a great feeling for those players, coaches, and for interim head coach Ben Thompson. I sat down with Thompson for a few […]
Coach Weider’s @Go_Rout Coaches Notebook: Coaching News and top 5 Matches in the LL
August 23, 2021 | Pat Weider
Ben Thompson takes over at J.P. McCaskey High School Ben Thompson has taken over as interim head coach for the J.P. McCaskey football team this year. Previous head coach Sam London stepped down to take a college job. Thompson on the transition “The transition has been great. One of the things Coach London always preached […]
PFN/Linglestown Gazette Sports 2021 Season Rollout Coaches Cookout Photo Gallery
August 23, 2021 | Billy Splain
This past Saturday at Hero’s Grove in Harrisburg, Joe Gilloway of Linglestown Gazette Sports and Billy Splain, owner of PAFootballnews.com, welcomed coaches and other prominent figures involved with high school football from around the state to enjoy some great food, play some “cornhole” and talk about the upcoming season. Neil Renaldi captured the day in […]
LIVE Saturday, August 21 5 PM! The 2021 PFN/Linglestown Gazette Season Rollout Coaches Cookout!
August 21, 2021 | Billy Splain
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Coach Weider’s @Go_Rout Coaches Notebook: LL Media Day Part II
August 2, 2021 | Pat Weider
A few more news and notes from LL Media Day. Cedar Bowl Returns in 2021Last year because of Covid-19 Cedar Crest and Lebanon did not renew their annual rivalry. This year week one they will kick off the season playing each other. Cedar Crest is on an 8 game win streak in the series. “The […]
Coach Weider’s @Go_Rout Coaches Notebook: LL Media Day
July 30, 2021 | Pat Weider
Coache’s notebook is a regular column that discusses High School Football in the State of PA. As a former Head Football Coach and Assistant Coach for 15 years, the Media Day was always exciting to be a part of because football is almost ready to start. This year is a little different for me because […]
Another @Go_Rout Coaches Corner job listing: Portage @PAStangFootball
July 14, 2021 | Billy Splain
Attention: The Mustangs now have two paid assistant positions open for the upcoming season. Jobs are available within the district as well. If interested contact Head Coach: Marty Slanoc 814-241-0341 mslanoc23@gmail.com
Another @Go_Rout Coaches Corner Jobs listing, Lackawanna College: Seeking to fill several positions @ReissBill @CoachJPardini @LCFalconsFB
July 1, 2021 | Billy Splain
Lackawanna College, #2 in the NJCAA in 2019, is accepting applications for Wide Receiver Coach. Responsibilities include coaching the wide receiver unit, including meetings, and assisting in placement of athletes at 4 year institutions. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: film breakdown, data entry, recruiting, assisting with game preparation and other duties […]
Another @Go_Rout Coaching job listing! Honesdale @HHSHornets_FB
June 7, 2021 | Billy Splain
Honesdale HS (PA): Honesdale High School (4A Northeast PA) has openings for assistant football coaches. Best fit as far as positions on staff. There is a need for substitute teachers in the district with opportunities for teaching openings. Second sport options are also available. Local candidates preferred. If interested please email head football coach Paul Russick […]
Open Dates by @Go_Rout Interboro, Sept 3 2021 @ihsbucsfootball
May 29, 2021 | Billy Splain
Interboro, a 5A school near Philly, is looking for an opponent for the weekend of Sept 3. Willing to travel up to 2 hours or will host. please contact lisa.ford@interborosd.org
Highlander/Hiller 7 ON 7 PASSING TOURNAMENT / LINEMAN CHALLENGE June 12
May 27, 2021 | Billy Splain
HIGHLANDER/HILLER 7 ON 7 PASSING TOURNAMENT / LINEMAN CHALLENGE Saturday, June 12th McGuffey & Trinity High School COST $100 PER 7 ON 7 TEAM CHECK WRITTEN TO MCGUFFEY FOOTBALL BOOSTERS Dear Coaches, This is an exciting opportunity for all of us we hope to run a first rate 7 on 7 and line challenge and […]
Open Dates: Western Wayne, Sept 10 @WildcatsofWW
May 19, 2021 | Billy Splain
Western Wayne is looking for a sept 10th game Looking for a AA/AAA match up. Maybe 4A. If interested contact Head Coach Randy Wolff rwolff@westernwayne.org
Another @Go_Rout Coaches Corner Coaching Job! Pottstown @TrojansofPHS
May 13, 2021 | Billy Splain
Pottstown HS, Pottstown, PA (District 1) – Is looking for a paid assistant Offensive Line Coach for the 2021 season (1/2 stipend). Playing experience at the position at the college level is preferred, a great opportunity for a young coach to get experience. Local candidates are encouraged to apply. The district will have some teaching jobs open. If interested email jdelaney@pottstownk12.org
another @Go_Rout coaches corner coaching job: Palisades
May 4, 2021 | Billy Splain
Varsity Assistant Coaching position for QB’s and/or WR’s/DB’s. Anyone with interest can contact head coach Ramie Moussa- email rmoussa@palisadessd.org.
The PA Football Story Podcast: Episode 6 – Garry Cathell
April 27, 2021 | chad brubaker
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UPDATE: statement from Kasperowicz. Denies any wrong doing. Eric Kasperowicz, entire Pine-Richland coaching staff released.
April 14, 2021 | Billy Splain
In a story first reported by Mike White of the Post Gazette, Pine-Richland head coach Eric Kasperowicz and his entire staff were informed via email that they won’t be asked back to coach the Rams. Kasperowicz led the team to another State Title and was named the PFN Coaches Select 5A coach of the […]
Conversation with Coach: Greg Botta, Franklin Regional Presented by @Go_Rout @FRPantherSports @FRPantherFB
April 6, 2021 | Phil Myers
Greg Botta got into coaching because of his love for the game. He is quoted as saying, “when coaching is done right, it is a great sacrifice of time and personal life.” Coach Botta has sacrificed a lot over the years and his decision to retire was agonizing. But when good friend Larry Sellitto passed […]
George Curry, A Pennsylvania Coaching Legend. Sponsored by @Go_Rout
April 3, 2021 | Billy Splain
Five years ago, on April 1, we lost a legend. This is my story of the man everyone called Coach Curry. When George Curry came to the small town of Berwick in 1971, nobody could have envisioned what would transpire. Over the next 44 seasons (not including a break from the Bulldogs that sent him to […]
A @Go_Rout Special: Coaching during COVID, Mount Carmel Area football coach lifts players’ spirits during pandemic (via WNEP) @GOBIGRED19
March 25, 2021 | Billy Splain
Special contribution from WNEP MOUNT CARMEL, Pa. — David Klimas of Northumberland County is a youth football coach who actually used his vacation time from work to lift the spirits of the team he leads in Mount Carmel. “They loved being with Dave because he gave them something to do that was out […]
Coaches Corner by @Go_Rout presents: A Conversation with Coach – John Manion, Lampeter-Strasburg @LSCoachManion @LSFootball1
March 23, 2021 | Phil Myers
John Manion has been to the Lampeter-Strasburg football program what chocolate candy is to kids. He has installed a football program at L-S that is sweet and very likeable to those who partake. He is a dedicated family man and his love for teaching, for football, and for the kids who have come through his […]
Coaches Corner by @Go_Rout presents: Coach Talk with LaRoi Johnson @Chise89
March 18, 2021 | Alex Fydryszewski
La Roi Johnson Sto Rox HS -Played Basketball and Football at Peabody HS(Pittsburgh) -Played TE in college-2 years at California University of Pennsylvania and 2 years at Malone University -Played 9 years of Professional Football-Arena\Indoor -Graduated Class of 2017 Sports Management Malone University What is the most rewarding part of being a high school football […]
Another @Go_Rout Coaches Corner Coaching Job: Steelton-Highspire @SteeltonRoller @AndrewErby
March 18, 2021 | Billy Splain
Steelton-Highspire School District is looking for a new Defensive Coordinator for the 2021-2022 season. All candidates should have: · Coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level. · Be able to attend both off-season and in-season workouts. · Be able to install a defensive scheme during the off-season. · Prior experience and knowledge […]
The PA Football Story Podcast: Eric Kasperowicz @PRRamsFootball
March 15, 2021 | chad brubaker
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Lewisburg Hires new Head Football Coach @Ewicks021 @lbgathletics1
March 10, 2021 | Billy Splain
Lewisburg Hires new Head Football Coach Eric Hicks The Lewisburg School District has named its next head football coach. At its regular meeting on February 25th, the Board of Director have unanimously approved the hiring of Eric Wicks of Lewisburg as the next head coach to lead the Green Dragon Football team. Coach Wicks, […]
Open Date: Archbishop Wood @Wood_Vikings
March 9, 2021 | Billy Splain
Archbishop Wood Football is now looking for an opponent the week of September 3/4. Willing to travel… please contact the Athletic Department at bhaas@archwood.org.
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