District 6
June 2026
South Edges North 20-14 in 55th Ken Lantzy Classic
June 13, 2026 | Shane Lux
Johnstown – The Ken Lantzy Classic has seen some good football games over the years; 2026 can be added to the list. It was back and forth, and the contest wasn’t decided until the closing minutes. Trailing 20-14 with just a few ticks under four minutes to play, starting at their 39-yard line. The North […]
2026 PFN Player Profile: Bryson Hescox-OL/DL-Bellwood-Antis
June 12, 2026 | Cody Brady
Bryson Hescox Bellwood-Antis Class Of 2027 OL/DL Jersey #63 6’0” 288lbs 3 sacks 40 tackles and a blocked field goal Other sports Track and Field Twitter/X @BHescox21849 Coach Says: Bryson has the most experience out of all of our returning lineman so we are looking for him to be the leader of that group. He […]
2026 PFN Player Profile: Matthew Gaul-OT/DT-State College
June 5, 2026 | Cody Brady
Matthew Gaul State College Area High School Class Of 2027 OT/DT Jersey #58 6’2 295 1 sack allowed through 39 games Other sports wrestling 2x 2nd team midd penn offensive line 1x 2nd team midd penn defensive line 1x all-state offensive line Twitter/X @MatthewGaul_ Why do you play football? I play football because i love […]
Richland WR/DB Arnold Mugerwa second PA player in two days to commit to Rutgers
June 4, 2026 | Cody Brady
Richland wide receiver Arnold Mugerwa became the second central PA/Small school player to commit to Rutgers in as many days. Earlier this week Warrior Run lineman Jackson Albright committed to the Scarlett Knights. Richland head coach Brandon Bailey said “We couldn’t be happier for Arnold and his family today. He has left a significant mark […]
2026 PFN Player Profile: Peyton McElwee-RB/WR/SS-United
June 2, 2026 | Cody Brady
Peyton McElwee United Class Of 2027 RB/WR/SS Jersey #2 5’9”/180lbs 455 squat, 275 bench, only dropped 1 ball through my high school career Other sports: Baseball, basketball, track and football First time Shultz tournament team Twitter/X @PeytonMcelwee2 Coach Says: Peyton is one of the hardest workers I have ever been around, being he grew up […]
Introducing The 2026 Lezzer Lumber Classic Rosters
June 2, 2026 | Ed Weaver
The Central PA Football Coaches Association, and game directors Larry Wiser (North) and Tom Shearer (South), are proud to announce the game rosters for the 2026 Lezzer Lumber Classic.
2026 PFN Player Profile: Jake Regan-QB-Richland
June 1, 2026 | Cody Brady
Jake Regan Richland Class Of 2028 QB Jersey #9 5’11”/170lbs 2,715 passing yards 31 passing touchdowns #1 passing yards in PA class of 2028 Other sports: Baseball 2025 PA Football Writers All State Quarterback 2025 Tribune Democrat All-Area 1st Team Quarterback 2025 LHAC All Conference Quarterback Honorable Mention Twitter/X JRegan999 Why do you play football? […]
2026 PFN Player Profile: Ashten Howell-WR/S/KR-Bellefonte
May 30, 2026 | Cody Brady
Ashten Howell Bellefonte Area High School Class Of 2027 WR, S, KR Jersey #6 5’10 180 Junior year: 687 total yards 9 TDS played most of the season with a cast Other sports I started lacrosse this year 2nd team LHAC WR and HM Defensive athlete Twitter/X @ashtenh6_ Coach Says: Ashten has been an integral […]
2026 PFN Player Previews: Brayden Williamson-WR/CB-West Branch
May 26, 2026 | Cody Brady
Brayden Williamson West Branch High School Class Of 2027 WR/CB Jersey #4 HT/WT 6’1 165 Other sports Wrestling 2024 most improved player 2025 First team All ICC Twitter/X @bwilliamson_4 Coach Says: Leader, hard worker, good hands, good route runner, enthusiastic. Why do you play football? Football has been something I have loved since the day […]
2026 PFN Player Profile: Jake Woodring-RB/ FS-River Valley
May 24, 2026 | Billy Splain
Jake Woodring RB/ FS River Valley Class Of 2028 Jersey #10 HT/WT 5’10 170 1300 All Purpose Yard 13 Touchdowns 3 INT 2 Time Player Of Game 1 Time Player of Week 2 time second team all renda digital Member of Fab 50 Twitter @j_woodring10 Why do you play football? My Dad definitely got me […]
2026 PFN Player Profile: Hollidaysburg lineman Lincoln Wertz, class of 2027
May 22, 2026 | Billy Splain
Lincoln Wertz OL/DL Hollidaysburg Class of 2027 6’1, 235 x – @LincolnW66 Coach says: “Lincoln has made great progress over the last two years. He is a great leader on and off the field as well. The best is yet to come for him”. hudl video below interview Lincoln Wertz by PAFootball Newsdotcom
2026 PFN Player Profile: Ryan Chappell-RB/LB-Central Cambria
May 21, 2026 | Billy Splain
Ryan Chappell RB LB Central Cambria Class Of 2027 Jersey #21 HT/WT 6 foot 220 pounds rushing yards 1278 touchdowns 11 ypc 6.6 awards – Southern Alleghenies football Coaches Assn Offence MVP and Altoona player of the week Twitter @RChappell21 Coach says: “Ryan Chappell is an absolute game-changer for us. He’s been such an important […]
Former Penns Valley/PSU/ Josh Hull had inspiring message for NFF Central PA Award winners (video recap of entire banquet) PFN Theme Song Debut!
March 25, 2026 | Billy Splain
The Central PA Chapter of the National Football Foundation held it’s annual awards banquet at the Penn Stater Hotel this past Sunday. Guest speaker and former Penns Valley/PSU/NFL star Josh Hull had an inspirin message for all in attendance. Pastor Dan Nold from Calvary Baptist church in Boalsburg opened the evening with a prayer. Award […]
Tyrone legendary coach John Franco retires
January 17, 2026 | PFN Staff
Tyrone football coach John Franco, who led the Golden Eagles to a state championship in 1999 and guided the Golden Eagles through two of the most successful periods in program history, has decided to retire.
A Tradition of Excellence: State College’s Football Family
January 15, 2026 | Noah Radio
There are few more consistently successful football programs in Pennsylvania than State College, but there are even fewer that are more familial. Every member of the program, from senior captains to middle school managers, is a valued piece of the football family. That inclusive mindset stems from Varsity Head Coach Matt Lintal. Throughout his 11 […]
PIAA 1A Championship Clairton vs Bishop Guilfoyle (From The Stands)
December 12, 2025 | Torey Petruno
Cumberland Valley- Clariton rolls past Marauders en route to 1A PIAA Gold 35-3.
PIAA 2025 State Finals “fan experience” Vlog Video Day 1
December 9, 2025 | EJ Samuel
The NEPAYinzer was back for more action this year at Cumberland Valley for the PIAA State Football Finals. Just like last year, it was FILLED with action. On day 1, he and the crew saw 2 great games, the first one between Clariton and Bishop Guilfoyle, and the second saw Southern Lehigh face off against […]
Speed Kills: Clairton Suffocates Marauders to Claim Class A Crown
December 4, 2025 | Cody Brady
It was a second-quarter drive for Bishop Guilfoyle that covered 8:34. Down 14-0, the Marauders drove into the red zone. But a pass in the flat with no blockers, a fumbled snap, and a Justin Wheeler heave into the end zone under heavy duress left the Marauders settling for a 28-yard field goal. The momentum […]
PIAA 1A Championship Clairton vs Bishop Guilfoyle (Photo Gallery)
December 4, 2025 | Ryan Scipio
Full High Quality Gallery coming later this week to ScipsPhotography.com Game Highlights Clairton 35 Bishop Guilfoyle 3 Score by Quarters Clairton – 6 8 21 0 – 35 Bishop Guilfoyle – 0 3 0 0 – 3 Scoring Summary First Quarter C – Brandon Murphy 14 yd pass from Jeff Thompson, (pass failed), 1:55 […]
Bishop Guilfoyle falls short in bid for 6th State Title
December 4, 2025 | Jared Samuel
As the defending Class 1A state champs, Bishop Guilfoyle came into the game playing strong defense, having shut out 3 of their last five opponents. Their offense had also been stout, putting up 184 points in their five playoff games. Unfortunately, the Marauders could not get going against Clairton, who played a very strong game […]
PIAA Class 1A Title Game Preview: Bishop Guilfoyle Marauders
December 3, 2025 | Jared Samuel
BISHOP GUILFOYLE MARAUDERS vs CLAIRTON BEARS PIAA District 6 – Class A League: Laurel Highlands League – East 1 Head Coach: Justin Wheeler OVERVIEW The defending Class 1A state champ Marauders are back in the title game. They have won a state title 5 times since 2014 and have won the District 6 title 10 […]
Hittin’ The Road with Travelin’ Matt – State Finals (The Final Chapter)
December 1, 2025 | Matt Herring
Each week Travelin’ Matt traverses Pennsylvania attending the hottest high school football games and best matchups in the Commonwealth. Follow his exploits each week as he documents his journey from Week Zero to the Pennsylvania State Football Finals! Thursday, December 4 1A #1 Clairton (14-1) vs. #2 Bishop Guilfoyle (13-2) 4A #1 Twin Valley […]
Avonworth earns rematch with Northwestern Lehigh with 31-15 win over Penn Cambria
November 29, 2025 | Billy Splain
With the snow flying and wind swirling creating near whiteout conditions at Indiana High School, the Panthers and Antelopes were set to retry the 2024 semi-final that saw the Lopes eek out a 16-6 win. Midway through the 2025 edition of this game, it looked like we were heading for a similar game. Penn Cambria, […]
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