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December 2022

 

Southern’s Friday Ends With A 13th State Gold

December 9, 2022  |  

Tigers beat Bulldogs for sixth straight PIAA Class 2A Championship As Tom Petty used to jam out as the leader of the Heartbreakers famously singing the words, “Yeah runnin’ down a dream that never would come to me. Workin’ on a mystery, goin’ wherever it leads. Runnin’ down a dream,” the lyrics seem to have […]

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PHOTOS: 2022 Class 2A Championship Game – Southern Columbia v. Westinghouse

December 9, 2022  |  

2022 Class 2A Championship December 9, 2022 – 1pm Westinghouse v. Southern Columbia Photo Gallery: For more, and larger, photos from this game, click HERE.

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Southern Columbia continues it’s dominance in 2A

December 9, 2022  |  

The Southern Columbia Tigers know how to win title games. They’ve won 12 coming into today. And now, they have number 13 via a 37-22 win over Westinghouse. It wasn’t an easy win by far as the Bulldogs hung around until the last three minutes of the game. Westinghouse had just scored to come within […]

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PIAA CLASS 2A CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW – SOUTHERN COLUMBIA

December 8, 2022  |  

Tigers Looking For Record 13th State Title Will the Tigers need to replace the 1 with a 2?   Southern Columbia won’t be starstruck on Friday afternoon when they play for the PIAA Class 2A Championship in Mechanicsburg. After all, the Tigers are making their record 21st appearance into the gold medal clash, more than […]

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Around District 11: The Travels of Guy & Pam Week Fifteen: Another New Stadium Visited

December 6, 2022  |  

Around District 11: The Travels of Guy & Pam Week Fifteen:  Another New Stadium Visited   2022.17.  Only one game for us this week.  Our Friday choice was affected by Saturday plans.  We narrowed it down to two: Allentown Central Catholic vs. Aliquippa at Bald Eagle, or Trinity vs. Southern Columbia at Selinsgrove.  We really […]

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Steelton-Highspire gets back to the State Championship with win over Canton 28 to 21 with late touchdown… Highlights and Photo Gallery Post

December 4, 2022  |  

It was Steelton coming back once again from behind to score two touchdowns to overcome a valiant defensive effort by the Warriors of Canton. Ronald Bernette Jr.(shown above) pounded the ball late in the game to score the final touchdown with just :34 seconds to play in the game, earning another trip to the state […]

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Southern Going Back To Final

December 3, 2022  |  

Tigers headed to record 21st State Final First it was Altoona. Then, a long stretch in Hershey. Now, Mechanicsburg is the destination. After many thought getting out of the District 4 playoffs was a slim chance, Southern Columbia is headed back to the pinnacle of Pennsylvania high school football. On Friday night, Southern Columbia dismantled […]

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Another late fourth quarter touchdown for Steelton-Highspire earns trip to the chap with 28 to 21 victory over Canton at Kemp Memorial Stadium !

December 3, 2022  |  

Photo submitted by: https://ntsportsreport.com … Chris Manning of Northern Tier Sports Report It was Steelton coming back once again from behind to score two touchdowns to overcome a valiant defensive effort by the Warriors of Canton. Ronald Bernette Jr. pounded the ball late in the game to score the final touchdown with just :34 seconds to […]

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Southern Columbia has returned to a familiar position, can Trinity keep them off the perch?

December 1, 2022  |  

They’ve been here before. 21 times to be exact. This will the the Southern Columbia Tiger’s 22nd appearance in the PIAA state semifinal round. They won 20 of those game to advance to the state title game where they’ve won a record 12 state titles, six in 2A and 6 in single A. The Tigers […]

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PIAA Class 1A State Semi-Final Playoff Preview: D4-Canton Warriors(12-1) vs D3-Steelton-Highspire Rollers(12-1)

November 29, 2022  |  

PIAA Class 1A State Semi-Final Playoff Preview: D4-Canton Warriors(12-1) vs D3-Steelton-Highspire Rollers(12-1) This matchup is a game between the top-2 teams in Class 1A throughout the state. #2-Canton vs #1-Steelton-Highspire. Both teams come in this game with identical 12-1 records as well. The Warriors defeated Muncy 42 to 7 two weeks ago to win their […]

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PIAA Single A Quarter Final, Canton v Northern Cambria Gallery

November 27, 2022  |  

For more go to https://leomurrayphotography.smugmug.com/Northern-Cambria-Sports/Northern-Cambria-Football/Northern-Cambria-vs-Canton/    

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Warriors run roughshod over Colts!

November 26, 2022  |  

PIAA Single A Quarterfinal (D6) Northern Cambria Colts (10-3) vs (D4) Canton Warriors (11-1) at Mansion Park in Altoona, Pa. Northern Cambria’s Cinderella season came to a quick end Saturday night as the Canton Warriors scored three touchdowns in the first, four minutes and 22 seconds. The Colts came into the game as big underdogs […]

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Tigers Win Battle of Defending PIAA Champs

November 26, 2022  |  

Full Gallery by Greg Ricupero HERE Southern dominated Bishop Guilfoyle in second half What was a tied 7-7 game at the half, Southern Columbia turned into a Mercy Rule victory. Once junior Louden Murphy returned an interception 98 yards for a touchdown, the five-time defending PIAA Class 2A Tigers went up 42-7 with 2:28 left […]

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Wyomissing Outlasts Danville in a thriller

November 25, 2022  |  

This game is a “Circle it on your calendar” type game, and it lived up to its billing tonight. The 12-0 Wyomissing Spartans traveled to Danville to take on the 12-0 Ironmen. With stars on both sides of the ball, future D-1 players, and two amazing teams, it was sure to be a thriller. The […]

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BG/Southern to battle in clash of defending champions

November 25, 2022  |  

Bishop Guilfoyle vs Southern Columbia @ Mansion Park in Altoona Both teams are familiar with playing in the state quarterfinals. As a matter of fact, both teams have won many quarterfinal games as well as state championships. This, however, is different. Neither has faced a defending state champion in their quarterfinal round. Because BG moved […]

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Wyomissing travels to Danville in battle of Unbeatens

November 24, 2022  |  

  Wyomissing vs Danville 2020, Wyomissing won 44-14 12-0 vs 12-0, what can be better than this? Star Players on both sides of the ball, a QB with over 30 TDs, a WR with over 20TDs, and the #1 player in the entirety of Pennsylvania. It’s safe to say we are in for a treat […]

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2022 PIAA Single A Quarterfinal Preview Northern Cambria vs Canton!

November 22, 2022  |  

2022 PIAA Single A Quarterfinal Preview Northern Cambria vs Canton Northern Cambria Colts (10-3) are District 6 Football Champions for the first time ever, thanks to a fourth quarter comeback last week. The Canton Warriors (11-1) are two time defending champions from District 4. They meet Saturday at Mansion Park in Altoona at 5 pm […]

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PIAA District IV Class 3A Championship Game Photos, Gallery and Video Highlights !

November 20, 2022  |  

History being made in Danville as Ironmen claim third straight District IV Title with 41 to 20 win over Loyalsock, QB-Zach Gordon throws FIVE touchdowns ! “History being made” was the phrase of the evening by players following the Ironmen’s 41 to 20 victory over a tough Loyalsock Lancers squad.   Photo Gallery: Click the […]

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Backfield Duo Reaches Milestone In Tiger Title

November 19, 2022  |  

Barnes, Wisloski top 3K in win over MCA There’s nothing better than revenge. The Tigers got it over their rival who had beaten them just weeks before, but Southern Columbia now gets the bragging rights in the matchup that mattered the most against Mount Carmel Area. In addition to Southern winning a record 30th District […]

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Southern Columbia reclaims it’s spot at the top

November 19, 2022  |  

Southern Columbia forced four turnovers, Wes Barnes, (who missed the first meeting of these teams with injury) returned, and Southern Columbia’s head coach Jim Roth walked out of the historic Silver bowl with a win that may be more satisfying that many of the past Tiger wins, this one ended MCA’s undefeated season.  Check back […]

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History being made in Danville as Ironmen claim third straight District IV Title with 41 to 20 win over Loyalsock, QB-Zach Gordon throws FIVE touchdowns !

November 19, 2022  |  

History being made in Danville as Ironmen claim third straight District IV Title with 41 to 20 win over Loyalsock, QB-Zach Gordon throws FIVE touchdowns ! History being made was the phrase of the evening by players following the Ironmen’s 41 to 20 victory over a tough Loyalsock Lancers squad. It would the Ironmen who […]

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Allentown Central Catholic Tops Jersey Shore In Overtime

Allentown Central Catholic Tops Jersey Shore In Overtime

November 19, 2022  |  

Allentown Central Catholic stopped Jersey Shore on 4th and goal from the 4-yard line in overtime to advance to next week’s PIAA quarterfinals with a 38-31 win.

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Danville stays unbeaten, claim 3rd straight District IV Class 3A Championship with 41 to 20 victory over Loyalsock, QB-Zach Gordon throws 5 TD passes in win !!

November 19, 2022  |  

Danville stays unbeaten, claim 3rd straight District IV Class 3A Championship with 41 to 20 victory over Loyalsock, QB-Zach Gordon throws 5 TD passes in win !! Quarterback-Zach Gordon threw for five touchdowns in the victory, 2 to Carson Persing, 2 to Aaron Johnson, and 1 to Mason Raup in rout of Loyalsock. Running back […]

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PIAA 4A Playoff Preview Allentown Central Catholic vs Jersey Shore

November 17, 2022  |  

ALLENTOWN CENTRAL CATHOLIC VIKINGS (7-5) Coach Tim McGorry (3rd season, 22-11 record) Tamlin Ferguson and Matt Keyes have split the quarterback duties this season. Keyes started the year and is 40-54 passing and 354 yards 1 touchdown and one interception. Ferguson has finished the latter part of the season and has thrown for 538 yards […]

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