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WPIAL Elite Eight: Week Three Rankings

September 10, 2025 | Andrew Schaffer

6A: 1- Central Catholic (2-1)- @ (6) Mt. Lebanon 7pm 2- North Allegheny (3-0)- (3) Hempfield 7:30pm 3- Hempfield (3-0)- @ (2) North Allegheny 7:30pm 4- Norwin (2-1)- @ (7) Seneca Valley 7pm 5- Canon Mac (1-2)- Armstrong 7pm 6- Mt. Lebanon (0-3)- (1) Central Catholic 7pm 7- Seneca Valley (0-3)- (4) Norwin 7pm 5A: […]

Pitt Panthers Handle Business in 45-17 Win Over Central Michigan

September 6, 2025 | Ryan Thielet

Pitt came out firing on Saturday, showcasing a balanced attack and explosive playmaking in a statement win over Central Michigan. Behind the arm of quarterback Eli Holstein and the sure hands of Raphael “Poppi” Williams Jr., the Panthers controlled the pace early, weathered a Chippewas rally in the second half, and pulled away for a […]

Avonworth vs Aliquippa PHOTO GALLERY

September 6, 2025 | Ethan Spozarski

Photos by Ryan Thielet

Meadville vs. Butler Game Highlight Reel

September 6, 2025 | Shane Lux

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Pine-Richland’s Explosive First Half, Blasts Seneca Valley, 49-20

September 6, 2025 | Davis Natali

Gibsonia, PA — Class 5A No. 1 Pine-Richland took command early in its home opener Friday night, rolling to a dominant 49–20 victory over Class 6A Seneca Valley. Quarterback Aaron Strader powered the Rams’ explosive offensive performance, tossing five touchdown passes. Despite Seneca Valley having won two of the last three meetings against Pine-Richland, the […]

Avonworth routes Aliquippa in dominate second half winning 23-7

September 6, 2025 | Ethan Spozarski

The Aliquippa Quips faced off against the Avonworth Antalopes at Hienz Field but lost 23-7. Each team’s first drives stalled as they both punted to start the game. Aliquippa would have a third down and thirteen and Marques Council Jr’s pass was intercepted by Avonworth’s Jaden Jones. Avonworth capitalized on the interception as Calder Mahan […]

Montour vs Trinity PHOTO GALLERY

September 6, 2025 | Ethan Spozarski

Montour holds off late Trinity rally to win 35-27

September 6, 2025 | Ethan Spozarski

On Friday evening, the Montour Spartans defeated the Trinity Hillers in a back-and-forth showdown with a final score of 35-27. Trinity started out the gates hot when senior QB Jonah Williamson scored his first touchdown on a 20-yard run giving the Hillers 7-0 about four minutes into the first quarter. Montour and Trinity exchanged punts […]

Butler Earns First 3-0 Start Since 2002

September 6, 2025 | Shane Lux

Butler – For the first time in over two decades, the Butler Golden Tornado are 3-0. It hasn’t been since 2002, and it hasn’t been without drama, but this 2025 edition of the Golden Tornado has accomplished something not seen in 23 years. Butler won its season-opener against Shaler in four overtimes, 32-26, followed that […]

Thomas Jefferson wins thriller over McKeesport

September 6, 2025 | Andrew Schaffer

Last year Thomas Jefferson was able to get a thrilling comeback victory against McKeesport and this year was no different with Thomas Jefferson getting a thrilling 16-7 win over McKeesport. For the great majority of the game both defenses were able to dominate. McKeesport got the ball to start the game and it was a […]

Penn-Trafford’s game-winning touchdown caps 12-point comeback over Moon

September 6, 2025 | Annabelle Aquino

Even after the Moon Tigers went on a 24-point run and doubled Penn-Trafford’s score with under five minutes left in the game, the Warriors fought back to become the only undefeated team on the field this Friday. To conclude a 95-yard drive in under one minute, P-T’s Landyn Stikkel caught the game-winning pass thrown by […]

Thomas Jefferson 16 McKeesport 7 on 9/5/2025 (gallery)

September 6, 2025 | William Spicher

All photos straight from camera. Click here for game article later that will posted soon.

WPIAL Elite Eight: Week Two Rankings

September 3, 2025 | Andrew Schaffer

6A: 1- Central Catholic (1-1)- (4) Woodland Hills 3:30pm (Sat.) @ Canton, OH 2- North Allegheny (2-0)- Penn Hills 7:30pm 3- Hempfield (2-0)- Kiski 7pm 4- Norwin (1-1)- @ (8) Latrobe 7pm 5- Mt. Lebanon (0-2)- @ (2) Peters Township 7pm 6- Seneca Valley (0-2)- @ (1) Pine Richland 7pm 7- Canon Mac (0-2)- (5) […]

Pitt dominates in a 61-9 win over the Duquesne Dukes in The Battle of Pittsburgh

August 30, 2025 | Ryan Thielet

For the first time in over eight decades, the “Battle of Pittsburgh” returned to the gridiron, and the Panthers made sure it was worth the wait. Pitt jumped on Duquesne early, piling up points behind explosive plays and a relentless defense on their way to a commanding 61-9 victory at Acrisure Stadium. Duquesne opened the […]

Penn-Trafford gets past Mt. Lebo 26-18

August 30, 2025 | Mia Williams

The 5A Penn-Trafford Warriors took down the 6A Mt. Lebanon Blue Devils 26-18, thanks to a strong defense and two touchdowns by junior Nick Ponko. The game, which took place on Friday, August 29, started slowly for both teams until a 30-yard gain for Warrior junior Trent Brown with 4:12 left in the first quarter. […]

Pittsburgh Central Catholic shuts down Pine-Richland in second half, wins top-ranked showdown 34-20

August 30, 2025 | Davis Natali

PITTSBURGH, PA — In a highly anticipated clash between the reigning WPIAL 6A and 5A champions, Central Catholic delivered a powerful second-half performance to secure its first victory of the season, defeating Pine-Richland 34-20 on Friday night. The game began with fireworks, as Central Catholic sophomore Chris Black took the opening kickoff 100 yards for […]

Bethel Park vs Mars PHOTO GALLERY

August 30, 2025 | Ethan Spozarski

All Photos taken by: Ethan Spozarski

Mars defeats Bethel Park in final two minutes to win 17-13

August 30, 2025 | Stone Manges

On Friday, August 29th, 2025, the Mars Fighting Planets traveled south to take on the Bethel Park Black Hawks and won in thrilling fashion 17-13 thanks to some clutch late game heroics. The game started slowly for the Planets and the Hawks. Both teams traded punts on their first two drives and Bethel Park was […]

Burgettstown Snaps 9-Game Losing Streak

August 30, 2025 | Brett Gombita

Colton County’s strip sack with 20 seconds to go forced a Bentworth turnover and secured Burgettstown their first win in virtually one year. The last Burgettstown win was an 11-6 win over Bentworth – this one a 23-20 win over Bentworth. It didn’t start out pretty for Burgettstown. On the first drive of the game, […]

Thomas Jefferson cruises to easy win over Central Valley

August 30, 2025 | Andrew Schaffer

The game started off slow for Thomas Jefferson but thanks to a very strong second half Thomas Jefferson was able to comeback and cruise to an easy 37-14 win over Central Valley. Central Valley went three and out on their first drive. The first Thomas Jefferson drive was looking very good. After a fourth down […]

Peters Township Overwhelms McKeesport in 35-0 Shutout

August 30, 2025 | Ryan Thielet

Peters Township left no doubt on Friday night, delivering a dominant 35-0 shutout victory over McKeesport. Behind a balanced offense, a suffocating defense, and big plays on both sides of the ball, the Indians set the tone early and never let the Tigers find their footing. Peters Township dominantly started the game, marching right down […]

Shady Side Academy 56 Burrell 26 on 8/29/2025 gallery

August 29, 2025 | William Spicher

All photos straight from camera.

WPIAL Elite Eight: Week One Rankings

August 27, 2025 | Andrew Schaffer

6A: 1- Central Catholic (0-1)- (1) Pine Richland 7pm 2- North Allegheny (1-0)- @ Gateway 7pm 3- Hempfield (1-0)- @ Franklin Regional 7pm 4- Mt. Lebanon (0-1)- (7) Penn Trafford 7pm 5- Norwin (0-1)- Kiski 7pm 6- Seneca Valley (0-1)- (8) North Hills 7pm 7- Canon Mac (0-1)- @ (3) Upper St. Clair 7pm 5A: […]

Hittin’ The Road With Travelin’ Matt – Week Zero (Five Games To Kickoff The 2025 Season)

August 26, 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, August 21 The STATE of PA Football: 2025 Season Preview Show Friday, August 22 […]