District 7
September 2022
Backyard Football News Podcast: Week 4 Review, Week 5 Preview: Rocket Nation, Let’s Ride
September 29, 2022 | Nate Grella
Nathan and Jeremiah are back to break down some crazy 1A results and try to grapple with a possible Jefferson-Morgan playoff team. The boys also discuss the insane 5A playoff picture and who is going to come out in the 8 playoff spots. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Become a Supporter! Check out our Merch!
Mt Pleasant Winning Streak Stopped by Freeport in 24 – 6 Loss
September 26, 2022 | William Spicher
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Shaler wins double-ot thriller over Franklin Regional
September 24, 2022 | Shane Lux
Glenshaw: Shaler pulls out thrilling double overtime win against Franklin Regional for homecoming Saturday afternoon. Brandon London’s two-point conversion reception from Keegan Smetanka in double overtime gave Shaler a heart-stopping 42-41 victory over the Panthers. “It’s a classic Shaler homecoming, and it’s one of many one-point victories we’ve had over the years,” said Shaler head […]
Belle Vernon gets big win against Thomas Jefferson
September 24, 2022 | Andrew Schaffer
Coming into this game Belle Vernon entered on a 2 game losing streak but on Friday night they got a big 21-7 victory over rival Thomas Jefferson. “We needed that win” said Coach Humbert. It was big plays that won Belle Vernon the game. Thomas Jefferson had plenty of opportunities and possessed the ball the […]
Upper St. Clair Defense Dominates Peters In 17-10 Win
September 24, 2022 | Nate Grella
Two of the top unbeatens in the WPIAL matched up on Friday night, Peters Township and Upper St. Clair. The winner on the evening would not only be a shoo-in as the top ranked team in the WPIAL, but also in the driver’s seat for an Allegheny Six title. Both teams came into the game […]
WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 4 by @AJWPIAL
September 23, 2022 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- North Allegheny (4-0)- @ (3) Central Catholic 7pm 2- Mt. Lebanon (2-2)- (5) Seneca Valley 7:30pm 3- Central Catholic (2-2)- (1) North Allegheny 7pm 4- Canon Mac (1-3)- @ South Fayette 7pm 5- Seneca Valley (2-2)- @ (2) Mt. Lebanon 7:30pm AAAAA: 1- Upper St. Clair (4-0)- (2) Peters Township 7pm 2- Peters […]
Neshannock rolls past Western Beaver
September 17, 2022 | Shane Lux
Industry: Neshannock scored 31-straight points and turned a close game into a 48-20 victory over Western Beaver Saturday afternoon. The Lancers overcame an early deficit to improve to 4-0 season in an early-season battle against unbeaten Midwestern Conference teams. “I’m sure many people thought that Western Beaver would overmatch us,” said Neshannock head coach Fred Mozzocio. […]
Matt Sieg leads Fort Cherry to Black Hills Conference 41-14 win over rival Chartiers Houston
September 17, 2022 | Nate Grella
In small school high school football what it is often the case is whoever has the best player on the field during any given game usually wins. In Fort Cherry’s Week 3 Black Hills conference opener, that was certainly the case. Friday night, Matt Sieg and a young Fort Cherry squad took down regional rival […]
Cadin Olsen leads Armstrong to victory
September 17, 2022 | Andrew Schaffer
It was another impressive performance for Cadin Olsen on Friday in a 49-7 victory over Freeport. “Cadin has been a household name for a couple years” said Coach Fabian. Freeport got the ball to start the game but went three and out. On Armstrong’s first drive they were driving down the field and they got […]
WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 3 by @AJWPIAL
September 16, 2022 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- Central Catholic (2-1)- (3) Mt. Lebanon 7pm 2- North Allegheny (3-0)- Baldwin 7:30pm 3- Mt. Lebanon (1-2)- @ (1) Central Catholic 7pm 4- Canon Mac (1-2)- (8) Bethel Park 7pm 5- Seneca Valley (1-2)- @ (6) Pine Richland 7:30pm AAAAA: 1- Gateway (3-0)- @ Franklin Regional 7pm 2- Upper St. Clair (3-0)- […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 2 Review, Week 3 Preview: Forgetting How to Spell Martin
September 14, 2022 | Nate Grella
Nathan and Jeremiah break down the Week 2 results and fully dive into the disappointing Belle Vernon loss at McKeesport. After recapping Week 2, the boys delve into previewing Week 3, including some crucial games in 1A. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Become a Supporter! Check out our Merch!
Big second quarter leads OLSH past Clairton
September 11, 2022 | Shane Lux
Moon Township: OLSH scored three second-quarter touchdowns to beat Clairton 28-13 to move to 3-0 on the season. “This was a hard-fought win,” said OLSH head coach Dom Militzer. “It’s been three tough weeks in a row with Shenango, who won in the playoff last year, and then Rochester and Clairton speak for themselves. Our […]
Apollo-Ridge 7 Deer Lakes 43 on 9/9/2022 GALLERY
September 11, 2022 | William Spicher
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Big plays carry Northgate past Riverview
September 10, 2022 | Shane Lux
Austin Mitchell rushed for 150 yards on seven carries and scored three touchdowns to lead Northgate. FULL GALLERY by Bill Spicher HERE Oakmont: Big plays propel Northgate past Riverview 32-26. Big plays were the game’s name for the Northgate Flames Saturday afternoon at Riverside Park. The Flames scored five touchdowns each of at least 45 yards […]
Big second quarter leads Central Catholic to victory over Bethel Park
September 10, 2022 | Andrew Schaffer
It was the big plays that led Central Catholic to a 31-22 victory over Bethel Park. “I’m just happy to get out of here with a win” said Coach Totten. The first 2 drives of the game were both three and outs. On Central Catholic’s second drive they started at their own 16 […]
Bobbie Boyd Jr. and McKeesport Defense Stuff Belle Vernon in 14-6 Win
September 10, 2022 | Nate Grella
Friday night featured a showdown for the ages. Two of the best running back in the entire state of western Pennsylvania, Bobbie Boyd Jr. of McKeesport and Quinton Martin of Belle Vernon. In 2021, the Tigers and the Leopards met in the final week of the regular season to decide the 4A Big Eight […]
North Allegheny rallies past McDowell
September 10, 2022 | Shane Lux
Wexford: North Allegheny rallies past Mcdowell to improve to 3-0 on the season. Trailing 18-7 late in the third quarter wasn’t part of the plan, but Art Walker’s Tigers scored the game’s final three touchdowns as North Allegheny upended McDowell 29-18 Friday night. “There was a sense of calmness from our guys at halftime when we […]
WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 2 by @AJWPIAL
September 9, 2022 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- Central Catholic (1-1)- @ (7) Bethel Park 7pm 2- North Allegheny (2-0)- Erie McDowell 7:30pm 3- Seneca Valley (1-1)- (5) Canon Mac 7pm 4- Mt. Lebanon (0-2)- @ Moon 7pm 5- Canon Mac (0-2)- @ (3) Seneca Valley 7pm AAAAA: 1- Gateway (2-0)- @ North Hills 7pm 2- Upper St. Clair (2-0)- […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 1 Review, Week 2 Preview: Apologizing to Trinity
September 9, 2022 | Nate Grella
Nathan and Jeremiah are back to revisit Ice cold takes from the preseason as they break down another week of WPIAL action. The boys also discuss the Battle of the Cats and McKeesport and try to find who will be the winner between the two. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Become a Supporter! Check out […]
Conversation with Coach – Bob Palko, Mount Lebanon
September 7, 2022 | Phil Myers
Bob Palko is coming off a Cinderella Season for the ages. In 2021, his Mount Lebanon Blue Devils not only went 15-0 to win the 6A state title, but they slayed the giant and three-time defending state champion, St. Joseph’s Prep in the grand finale at Hershey. It was Mount Lebanon’s first football state championship. […]
Former Gateway QB makes history at St. Vincent College
September 4, 2022 | Leo Murray
Latrobe, Pa (Sept 3rd) – Brady Walker from Monroeville became the St Vincent all-time leader in pass completions in the home opener loss against the Stevenson Mustangs 25-21 at Chuck Noll Field. Walker completed 21-35 for 190 yrds and one being a touchdown where he connected with former Clarksburg, Pa receiver Matthew Esdelle. Nathan Sullivan […]
Bishop Canevin Puts Down Greensburg Central Catholic Upset Bid with Big 3rd Quarter 30-14
September 4, 2022 | Nate Grella
Saturday Night, the reigning WPIAl champion Bishop Canevin Crusaders would open up their WPIAL season at home against the Greensburg Central Catholic Centurions. The Centurions, fresh off of a 56-35 roadrunning of Mt. Pleasant, were eager to put their name in the running of the 1A WPIAL title. In the first half, they played like […]
Quinton Martin Shows Out in 41-20 Laurel Highlands Win in Star Studded Clash
September 3, 2022 | Nate Grella
By Nick Haushalter The top-ranked Belle Vernon Leopards hosted the Laurel Highlands Mustangs Friday in a premier matchup featuring two of the best recruits in PA: The Leopards’ RB Quinton Martin (5 star junior) and the Mustangs’ QB Rodney Gallagher (4 star senior). Belle Vernon won by a comfortable score of 40-21. Martin led the […]
Carmichaels ends their 100th season celebration with a 29-26 Statement Win over Fort Cherry
September 3, 2022 | Nate Grella
By Matthew Wilczynski Friday night, Carmichaels took on Fort Cherry during their 100 Season Celebration game at Coaches Field. On Fort Cherry’s first drive of the game, Cornerback Tyler Richmond Intercepted a pass by Matt Sieg in Mikes territory. The Carmichaels offensive drive ended quickly with a pooch punt to pin the Rangers deep in […]
Freeport Spoils South Allegheny’s Stadium Opening with 37-15 Shutdown
September 3, 2022 | Nate Grella
As South Allegheny school officials cut the ribbon to inaugurate the grand opening of the brand new Gladiator Stadium before the kickoff of Friday night’s matchup against the Freeport Yellow Jackets it became clear. Nothing could ruin their night. Playing on a brand new state of the art turf facility, the Gladiators took on a […]
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