District 5
Claysburg-Kimmel Rides Explosive Second Half to Topple Everett
October 24, 2025 | Baron Dionis
The Claysburg Kimmel Bulldogs exploded in the second half to defeat the Everett Warriors 41-27. Both teams punted right out of the gate. On Everett’s second drive, the Warriors ate up six and a half minutes, running right down the field. Claysburg forced a fourth and five, but Jonathan Cooper found Tyson Grove for a […]
The LHAC Power Index Crossover Predictions
October 23, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records: Model: 67-23 (74%), Me: 73-16 (82%) Westmont (0-9) vs Penns Valley (1-8): Penns Valley -2 A rematch of last year’s crossover game is on the horizon in Week 10, as the Hilltoppers will travel to play the Rams. Westmont has had a tough season, which was to be expected after a complete […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 9 Power Rankings
October 22, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 9 Rankings. Last week, the model had a great week, going 8-2, only missing on Central and Tyrone. That brings its total record to 67-23 (74%) on the season. We have made it to the end of the LHAC ‘regular’ season and that means it’s crossover time. The […]
Northern Bedford Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive With Win Over Windber
October 18, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Northern Bedford scores game winning touchdown to knock off Windber in 28-21 thriller at Winder Stadium. An important ICC South matchup came down to the wire, resulting in the Northern Bedford Panthers winning their second game of the season over the Windber Ramblers. Both teams managed to move the ball really well all game long, […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 9 Predictions
October 15, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records: Model: 59-21 (73%), Me: 65-14 (82%) Penn Cambria (7-1) @ Greater Johnstown (1-7): Penn Cambria -33These two teams entered 2025 with new coaches at the helm, Jason Grassi for the Panthers and Tony Penna Jr. for Johnstown; however, their respective seasons have headed in opposite directions. Penn Cambria has hit its stride […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 8 Power Rankings
October 14, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 8 Rankings. Last week, the model had an incredible week, going 9-1, only missing on Central Cambria. That brings its total record to 59-21 (74%) on the season. The model has been learning and adjusting all season, dialing in its projections for each team, and last week that […]
Cambria Heights Survives Upset Scare From Conemaugh Township
October 11, 2025 | Baron Dionis
The Cambria Heights Highlanders made crucial second half adjustments in comeback 34-26 victory over Conemaugh Township at Conemaugh Township Memorial Stadium. A Heritage Conference battle came down to the wire with a back and forth effort from both squads. Conemaugh Township got off to a hot start and went into the half up a touchdown. […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 8 Predictions
October 8, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records – Model: 50-20 (71%), Me: 56-13 (81%) Clearfield (5-2) @ Somerset (2-5): Clearfield -13 A potential Week 8 trap game looms for the Bison when they travel to take on Somerset on Friday night, a week before a huge LHAC showdown that could determine a championship spot against Bishop Guilfoyle. While most […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 7 Power Rankings
October 7, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 7 Rankings. Last week, the model went 6-4, missing on Bellefonte, Clearfield, Tyrone, and Bedford. That brings the total record to 50-20 (71%) on the season. Last week the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference teams began their final sprint towards the end of the season and we saw some […]
North Star Obliterated Hancock (MD) in Out-Of-State Contest
October 4, 2025 | Baron Dionis
The North Star Cougars rode a big first quarter to defeat the Hancock Panthers 42-6 at War Memorial Field. A big blowout win for North Star tonight, heading into the second half with the running clock. Their offense fired off all cylinders, while their defense forced three turnovers. Everything went right for the Cougars who […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 7 Predictions
October 1, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records – Model: 44-16 (73%), Me: 50-9 (85%) Bellefonte (2-4) @ Philipsburg-Osceola (4-2): Philipsburg -4 This will be one of the better East 2 matchups in the Laurel Highlands this season, featuring two very solid teams. Bellefonte has faced five opponents with records at .500 or better in their opening six weeks and […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 6 Power Rankings
September 30, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 6 Rankings. Last week, the model went 8-2, missing on Philipsburg and Huntingdon. That brings the total record to 44-16 (73%) on the season. This week was the last easy week for the model, as the final four should be filled with exciting matchups. In the three weeks […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 6 Predictions
September 24, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records – Model: 36-14 (72%), Me: 41-8 (82%) Bald Eagle @ Bellefonte: Bald Eagle -1.5 Both teams enter this game at 2-3 after facing tough opponents in the first half of their season. Bald Eagle beat Philipsburg last week by seven in a game where its defense held a good rushing team to […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 5 Power Rankings
September 23, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 5 Rankings. Last week, the model went 6-4 missing on Johnstown, Chestnut Ridge, Philipsburg, and Huntingdon. That brings the total record to 36-14 (72%) on the season. Last week the model missed a lot of games but two of the games were within a two-point spread. This tells […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 5 Predictions
September 17, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records – Model: 30-10 (75%), Me: 33-6 (85%) Bellefonte @ Penns Valley: Bellefonte -20 Bellefonte has suffered three straight losses since their one-point win over Tyrone in Week One. Last week, the Red Raiders took Clearfield to overtime, losing on a short touchdown run. Penns Valley is still winless after being shut out […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 4 Power Rankings
September 16, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 4 Rankings. Last week, the model went 8-2 missing on Central Cambria and Tyrone. This brings the total record to 30-10 (75%) on the season. As the season progresses, the model’s adjustments will become more gradual, as it dials in the ratings and rankings of each team. This […]
Forest Hills vs Chestnut Ridge Full Game Highlights
September 13, 2025 | Baron Dionis
The Forest Hills Rangers survived a late comeback attempt from Chestnut Ridge to advance to 4-0 in a 19-14 victory.
Forest Hills Survives Upset Scare In Close Victory Over Chestnut Ridge
September 12, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Forest Hills remains undefeated after hanging on to nail biting 19-14 victory over Chestnut Ridge at Dr. Giovacchini Stadium. A competitive battle all night between two Laurel Highlands squads came down to the wire. Forest Hills rode off a strong three touchdown night from Xander Richardson, while Chestnut Ridge battled, but came up short. A […]
Forest Hills vs Chestnut Ridge Game Preview
September 12, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Undefeated Forest Hills travels to Chestnut Ridge for week four of the 2025 season. Neither are ranked just yet, but Forest Hills is starting to put together a great resume of getting there, coming off an upset win of Penn Cambria last week. They were ranked eighth before losing. Now the Rangers will travel and […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 4 Predictions
September 10, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current 2025 Records: Model 22-8 (73%), Me 24-6 (80%) Richland @ Bishop McCort: McCort -1 On Thursday night on the anniversary of 9/11, the two top teams in the Laurel Highlands will face off in what has potential to be the game of the year. Both teams have been battle tested with tough matchups early […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 3 Power Rankings
September 9, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Welcome to the LHAC Power Index Week 3 Rankings. Last week the model suffered one of its worst weeks in its 2 years of testing (it was bound to happen at some point). The model went 7-3, missing the mark on Johnstown, Penn Cambria, and Bellwood-Antis. This seems like a good time to explain how […]
Everett vs Berlin-Brothersvalley Full Game Highlights
September 6, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Berlin Brothersvalley rode a dominant first half to beat Everett 35-19. Everett took control of the second half, but it was too late for a comeback.
Huge First Half Propels Berlin-Brothersvalley To Big Win Over Everett
September 5, 2025 | Baron Dionis
The Berlin-Brothersvalley Mountaineers rode a big first half to overcome the Everett Warriors comeback run with a 35-19 victory at Snider of Berlin Sports Complex. Berlin absolutely dominated the first half, out scoring Everett 35-7. Once the second half hit, everything changed and Everett capitalized on every mistake Berlin made. Berlin got on the board […]
Everett vs Berlin-Brothersvalley Game Preview
September 4, 2025 | Baron Dionis
A battle of the undefeated in a major ICC South matchup. Berlin Brothersvalley hosts Everett to open up conference play. Both have done very well against teams from the ICC North and are now set up for a big matchup in week three. Berlin in particular has done great, blowing out Claysburg 35-7 week one […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 3 Predictions
September 3, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Current Records: Model – 15-5, Me – 17-3 Bald Eagle @ Penns Valley: Bald Eagle -23 Bald Eagle took a tough loss in Week 1 to Huntingdon and suffered a blowout at the hands of Penn Cambria in Week 2. Meanwhile, Penns Valley has lost to both BG and Central Cambria. Both teams are searching […]
The LHAC Power Index Week 2 Power Rankings
September 2, 2025 | Hunter Myers
This week we introduce the LHAC Power Index, a model for the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference. This model was built around a simple ELO rating system, think chess, but way more exciting. Each team was assessed an initial ELO in the preseason based on returning production, coach prestige and a team-specific homefield advantage. These rankings […]
New Year, New Turf, Conemaugh Township rolls in Opener over Purchase Line!
August 23, 2025 | Greg Ricupero
Heritage Conference Game of the Week! 8/22/25 From Conemaugh Township Memorial Stadium New Year, New Turf, Conemaugh Township rolls in opener over Purchase Line! Purchase Line. 6 0 0 0 -6 Conemaugh Twp 7 13 2 7 -29 CT- Dawson Statler 35 interception return xp Gentry Sotosky (0-7) 10:27 PL- Victor […]
Berlin-Brothersvalley vs Claysburg-Kimmel Full Game Highlights
August 23, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Watch the exciting matchup between Berlin-Brothersvalley and Claysburg-Kimmel here!
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