District 5
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!
Berlin-Brothersvalley Capitalizes Off Takeaways To Knock Off #10 Claysburg-Kimmel
August 22, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Dante Paul earned his first career win as head coach, leading Berlin-Brothersvalley to a week one victory over Claysburg-Kimmel 35-7 at Bulldog Stadium. Berlin capitalized off of every Claysburg mistake to open 2025 off with a win. Three interceptions and a fumble recovery off a punt is exactly what Berlin prides themselves in. “Everyone calls […]
Berlin-Brothersvalley vs #10 Claysburg-Kimmel Game Preview
August 21, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Opening week is finally here and tomorrow night marks day one of the high school season. There are a ton of great games to open up 2025 and one in particular that stands out is between Berlin-Brothersvalley and Claysburg-Kimmel. There are a ton of eyes on Claysburg this season as they return nearly their entire […]
2025 PFN Team Preview: The Meyersdale Red Raiders
August 8, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Meyersdale Red Raiders Head Coach: Ryan Donaldson PIAA District 5 Class 1A 2024 Record: 6 – 5 Key Starters Lost Karter Schurg – WR/DB Jordan Synowietz – DL Dylan Teets – OL/LB Conner Miller – C Returning Starters Lance Jones, QB/DB, 6-3, 180, 2026 Spencer Whitfield, RB/LB, 6-0, 200, 2027 Caleb Sines, RB/LB, […]
2025 PFN Team Preview: The Somerset Golden Eagles
August 6, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Somerset Golden Eagles Head Coach: Jeff Urban PIAA District 5 Class 3A 2024 Record: 4 – 8 Key Starters Lost Zane Hagans O+D line, Garrett Marsh O+D line, Rowan Holmes RB and DE, Lane Lambert QB+LB Carson Sanner WR+LB, Camden Lowry RB+LB. Returning Starters We have returning Seniors, Colt Hagans QB, Cole Perry […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Meyersdale QB/DB Lance Jones
August 5, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Lance Jones Meyersdale Red Raiders Class of 2026 Position: QB/DB Jersey #5 HT/WT: 6’3″ 178 lbs 1367 Passing Yards, 12 Passing Touchdowns, 1 Rushing Touchdown (2024 Season) Head Coach Ryan Donaldson said, “Lance is gearing up for his senior season as a 2-year returning starter at quarterback, as well as a 3-year returning starter at […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Meyersdale MLB/G Caleb Snyder
August 3, 2025 | Billy Splain
Caleb Snyder MLB G Meyersdale Class Of 2026 Jersey #52 HT/WT 6ft/200 Other sports Wrestle Coach says: “Caleb is coming off a very good junior season, as he returns as middle linebacker in our 3-5 defense, as well as an offensive guard. Caleb’s toughness and attitude he brings to the football field are at the […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Windber Ramblers’ RB/LB-Luke Rummel
August 2, 2025 | Daniel Reed
Lucas Rummel Windber Ramblers Class Of: 2026 Position(s): RB/LB Jersey Number: #16 Ht: 5’8 – Wt: 185lbs Other Sports: Baseball Notable Awards/Recognitions: N/A Offer Sheet: None at the moment Twitter/X: @luke_rummel ————————————— COACH SAYS: Lucas returns as a 3 year starter at MLB, we are really excited to have him lead the defense this fall. […]
2025 PFN Team Preview: The Everett Warriors
August 2, 2025 | Hunter Myers
The Everett Warriors HEAD COACH: Brian Koontz PIAA District 5 Class 2A 2024 Record: 3 – 7 Key Starters Lost Zach Winck, Aiden Harriman, Dylan Bell Returning Starters Jonathan Cooper, QB, 5’9″, 145lbs. Senior Gavin Goodrich, RB/LB, 6’2″, 170lbs. Senior Jakobe Harman, RB/LB, 5’10”, 195lbs Senior Tyson Grove, TE/DE, 6’2″, 205lbs, Senior Trent Cessna, […]
2025 PFN Team Preview: The Conemaugh Township Indians
August 1, 2025 | Willie McGonigle
The Conemaugh Township Indians Head Coach: Brandon Studer Class 1A 2024 Record: 5-6 PIAA District 5 Key Starters lost Sam Shaffer, Luke Weber, Cam Dunn, Dylan Hovanec returning starters Brennan Lohr – RB, 2026 DJ Bambino – WR, 2026 Stephen Stango – LB, 2026 Liam Richardson – LB, 2026 Josh Baker – OL, 2026 […]
2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting To Know Somerset QB Colt Hagans
August 1, 2025 | Baron Dionis
Colt Hagans Somerset Golden Eagles Class of 2026 Position QB Jersey #15 HT/WT: 6’1″ 205 lbs 764 Passing Yards, 6 Passing Touchdowns, 1 Rushing Touchdown (2025 Season) Head Coach Jeff Urban said, “Colt is returning as our QB this yr. He is a true passer. We are looking to use passing abilities in a RPO/Quick passing […]
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