PA Football News Archives
October 2020
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 5 Review- Trinity’s Playoff Hopes, Jaeden Zuzak Dominates the WPIAL
October 11, 2020 | Nate Grella
CLICK HERE to play, or press play in the module below- Nathan and Jeremiah recap the week’s action including a statement rivalry victory by the Trinity Hillers that could propel them to the playoffs, along with discussion on the top of the Tri-County South and Frazier’s hopes as well. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! […]
Leechburg Outmaneuvers Bishop Canevin Late For 35-13 Victory @lasd_athletics @CrusadersFball
October 11, 2020 | Billy Splain
Saturday night’s Bishop Canevin-Leechburg game proved to be a see-saw battle that saw the youth movement of both schools on display. In the end, Leechburg sophomore Braylan Lovelace outdueled Canevin freshman Marquis Carter and the Blue Devils pulled away very late for a 35-13 victory. Don’t be fooled by the scoreline, however—This was a one […]
Freedom crushes Ellwood City 44-6 in Homecoming game @FHS Press
October 10, 2020 | Luke Snavely
On Oct. 10, the Freedom Bulldogs faced the Ellwood City Wolverines in the Bulldogs’ Homecoming game. After a great win against the Laurel Spartans on Oct. 2, the Bulldogs looked to gain another win against the Wolverines. Meanwhile, the Wolverines were looking to get their first win of the season. Before the game, Freedom senior […]
FORT CHERRY STUNS ROCHESTER 21-19
October 10, 2020 | Mark Ross
There have been many 1st this season for Fort Cherry Head Coach Tanner Garry. But the one 1st that the young Coach will forever remember is his teams big win over the visiting Rochester Rams, who were previously unbeaten in section play. Trailing all game until mid 4th quarter Junior quarterback Maddox […]
Apollo Ridge Handles Shadyside 42-7: A Date With Destiny Awaits. @ApolloRidgeFB @fitz_klay @JoshCastro2021
October 10, 2020 | Billy Splain
Apollo Ridge had been quite impressive in their first set of games in the 2020 season and the only question to be asked prior to their game with a young Shadyside Academy team was, “Would the Vikings be looking ahead to a matchup with high flying Serra Catholic next week?” The answer was firmly, “No.” […]
Plum stays perfect with win over Hampton
October 10, 2020 | Andrew Schaffer
Coming into the night it was Plum’s offense that got them to where they are. But tonight it was about the defense in a 20-7 victory over Hampton. “We gave them some bad situations” said Coach Morgan. For Plum it was 2 big plays that made the difference in the game. Hampton got the ball […]
Zuzak propels his Trojans past the Rockets as they remain undefeated- @caltrojansfb @JMSDRockets
October 10, 2020 | Peyton Trollinger
Jaeden Zuzak, who is a senior at California and the star running back, came into tonight’s game with 13 touchdowns in three games. Tonight, he finished with over 400 rushing yards, seven touchdowns, and an interception. Thanks to his efforts, the Trojans leave victorious over the Jefferson-Morgan Rockets by a final score of 65-22. Here […]
Defense Shines for Both Sides in Frazier 7-6 Win over Chartiers-Houston @NickHaus75
October 10, 2020 | Nate Grella
By Nick Haushalter Friday night’s matchup featured a marquee exhibition as the Frazier Commodores stole a win, beating Chartiers-Houston 7-6 on the road. It was a defensive showcase of the highest quality. Both teams found themselves in their opponent’s backfield often. This combined with a total of 6 turnovers contributed to such a dramatically low […]
Trinity Rides Micah Finley to a 41-0 Shutout of Wash High in Return to City Rivalry
October 10, 2020 | Nate Grella
21 years of history boiled over in a Trinity blowout over Wash High 41-0 that left Prexies players dumbfounded. Since 1999, cross-town rivals Trinity and Washington have been without each other on the schedule, however with a cancellation from Uniontown earlier in the season, the Hillers had the opportunity to schedule Wash High who also […]
WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 5
October 9, 2020 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- North Allegheny (3-0)- @ Norwin 7pm 2- Central Catholic (3-1)- (5) Mt. Lebanon 7pm 3- Seneca Valley (2-1)- @ (4) Canon Mac 7pm 4- Canon Mac (2-1)- (3) Seneca Valley 7pm 5- Mt. Lebanon (1-2)- @ (2) Central Catholic 7pm AAAAA: 1- Pine Richland (3-0)- Shaler 7pm 2- Gateway (2-0)- Game vs Penn Trafford […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 5 Preview
October 6, 2020 | Nate Grella
Click HERE to play or press play in the module below Nathan and Jeremiah preview the upcoming games in the TCS, Century and Big 8. They also break down the historic rematch between Wash High and Trinity. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Support Us on Patreon! Check out our Merch!
BackyardPAFootball Recap Video: California vs Avella 10/02
October 6, 2020 | Nate Grella
Click Below to play our Recap Video from California’s 55-16 win over Avella! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Support Us on Patreon! Check out our Merch!
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 4 Review: California’s Dominant Rushing Performance, Trinity Underdogs?
October 4, 2020 | Nate Grella
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE! Or Click Play Below! Nathan and Jeremiah tackle the week’s lineup of results. Included is a breakdown from Avella and California and a discussion on which conference’s bubble team (Avella, Chartiers Houston, and Trinity) have the best chacne to sneak into the playoffs LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Support […]
Scotties Comeback Prevails in Overtime @UnionScotties @Coachdawson17
October 3, 2020 | Sykotyk
October 2, 2020 Union Scotties v. Cornell Raiders Socs Roussos Stadium, New Castle, PA C — 0 – 6 – 6 – 0 – 6 — 18 U — 0 – 6 – 0 – 6 – 8 — 20 7:14 C Punt Return TD, kick blocked 1:41 U 1 yard TD run, run failed […]
BEAVER FALLS MAKES STATEMENT WITH 44-15 WIN OVER NEW BRIGHTON
October 3, 2020 | Mark Ross
Built as a match up of previously unbeatens, with the rivalry renewed after a three year layoff, and the battle for the Little Brown Jug at stake Beaver Falls left little doubt that they are the team to beat in Class AA. Besides an opening drive turnover that New Brighton turned into the games first […]
Penn Trafford rolls to easy win with huge second quarter
October 3, 2020 | Andrew Schaffer
It was a night full of turnovers for Woodland Hills. Penn Trafford forced five turnovers in the 38-6 victory. “Those guys were up to the challenge, we knew how good Woodland Hills was” said Coach Ruane. Penn Trafford started with the ball and they had a good drive going but they ultimately ended up turning […]
Close battle in the first half leads to blowout victory in the second half- @athletics_sd @CHSDschools
October 3, 2020 | Peyton Trollinger
The Chartiers-Houston Buccaneers traveled to Myron Pottios Stadium on Friday night to take on the hometown Charleroi Cougars. Both teams coming into the game had one win and two losses on their overall records. It is safe to say that after this battle the Buccaneers would walk away with the 500 record and the Cougars […]
Trinity Rides Finley’s 4-Touchdown performance to a 32-5 blowout win against West Mifflin @carter_newcome
October 3, 2020 | Nate Grella
By Carter Newcome Trinity’s Micah Finley did it all for the Hillers. Finley had 4 Touchdowns, 3 receiving and 1 rushing. He also had an Interception late in the first half. His interception was one of 3 turnovers the Hillers forced. The game featured 6 interceptions with each team guilty of completing 3 passes to […]
Zuzak and Stafford Dominant in California’s 55-16 Win Over Avella
October 3, 2020 | Nate Grella
Two undefeated teams matched up Friday night in a Tri-County South matchup between two of the three leaders of the conference. The winner of the game would have an inside track to a conference championship and a future date with the third undefeated Carmichaels. The first team, Avella, came out of nowhere. Preseason rankings had […]
The Freedom Bulldogs edge out the Laurel Spartans in a close 14-7 game @FHSPress
October 2, 2020 | Dylan Scheel
On Friday Oct 2 the Freedom Bulldogs took on the Laurel Spartans . The Bulldogs were looking to bounce back from a 54-14 loss the previous week against the Neshannock Lancers. The game started out with the Spartans receiving the kick. The Bulldogs played great defense on the drive and forced a punt. Freedom junior […]
Peters Township Outlasts Upper St. Clair, 28-21 (@PetersTwpFB @UpperStClairFB @upper_st)
October 2, 2020 | Sykotyk
October 1, 2020 Peters Township Indians v. Upper St. Clair Panthers Confluence Financial Partners Stadium, McMurray, PA U — 7 – 7 – 0 – 7 — 21 P — 9 – 6 – 7 – 6 — 28 10:54 U 6 yard TD run, kick good U 7-0 8:00 P SAFETY U 7-2 5:55 […]
WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 4
October 1, 2020 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- North Allegheny (2-0)- Mt. Lebanon 7pm 2- Seneca Valley (2-0)- (3) Central Catholic 7:30pm 3- Central Catholic (2-1)- @ (2) Seneca Valley 7:30pm 4- Baldwin (1-0)- @ Norwin 7pm 5- Canon Mac (1-0)- @ Hempfield 7pm AAAAA: 1- Pine Richland (2-0)- @ Penn Hills 7pm 2- Gateway (2-0)- Game vs Latrobe postponed 3- […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast LIVE: Week 4 Preview
September 29, 2020 | Nate Grella
Check out the live premiere of the Week 4 Preview of the BackyardPAFootball Podcast TONIGHT at 8 PM! Press Play on the Video below at 7:45 or later, the video will be available for replay on Youtube or the Audio version on anywhere podcasts are played! (There are some audio issues with Jeremiah in the […]
West Mifflin vs Laurel Highlands Recap Video
September 28, 2020 | Nate Grella
Check out the recap video from West Mifflin and Laurel Highlands! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Support Us on Patreon! Check out our Merch!
Penn Hills Victorious on Senior Night @phqbclub @kiskifootball
September 27, 2020 | Sykotyk
September 26, 2020 Penn Hills Indians v. Kiski Area Cavaliers Yulas-McGinley Stadium, Penn Hills, PA A close game slowly got out of hand for the visiting Cavaliers as Penn Hills offense and defense started clicking in the fourth quarter. Early on, Penn Hills scored first on a 62-yard TD run. But, Kiski Area answered immediately […]
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