District 7
September 2021
California Makes Statement in Win over 2A Waynesburg 49-7 @NickHaus75 @CalTrojansFB @PABackyard
September 11, 2021 | Nate Grella
By Nick Haushalter Last night’s contest between the Waynesburg Red Raiders and the visiting California Trojans ended decisively in Cal’s favor, as they drove home celebrating a convincing 49-7 victory. While the entire team played admirably, two Trojans stood out especially– QB Hunter Assad and RB Damani Stafford. Assad showed off his prowess on the […]
Thomas Jefferson’s defense dominates for second straight week @TJHSJaguars @wjhsd @sflionssports
September 11, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
For the second straight week the story was Thomas Jefferson’s defense shutting down a potent offense. Last week it was Gateway and this week it was a 27-0 victory over South Fayette. “It all starts up front, our D-Line played really well” said Coach Cherpak. South Fayette got the ball to start the game and […]
Fort Cherry Upsets the Mighty Mikes on the Road in 1A Showdown @FortBooster @PaBackyard
September 11, 2021 | Nate Grella
By Collin Rhodes Fans at the Fort Cherry Rangers vs. Carmichaels Mighty Mikes were ready for a treat as two well rounded teams went face-to-face in Carmichaels, Pennsylvania. Quarterback Maddox Truschel looked to lead the 1-1 Rangers against quarterback Trenton Carter and the 2-0 Mighty Mikes. The game began with strong defensive showings from both […]
Wash High powers past Clairton 43-19 behind Fuse, Levy @WashHighFB @carter_newcome @PABackyard
September 11, 2021 | Nate Grella
By Carter Newcome Two of the WPIAL’s most historic football programs faced off in a Week 2 matchup at Wash High Stadium. The two schools have combined for a total of 18 WPIAL titles, with Clairton having 11, and Washington having 7. Washington intercepted Clairton on its opening possession of the game. The Prexies offense […]
Brentwood 20 Leechburg 50 on 9/10/2021 @BWoodSpartans @lasd_athletics
September 11, 2021 | William Spicher
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WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 2 by @AJWPIAL
September 10, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- Central Catholic (1-1)- @ (6) Pine Richland 7pm 2- Mt. Lebanon (2-0)- @ (4) Peters Township 7pm 3- North Allegheny (1-1)- Mentor (OH) 7:30pm 4- Seneca Valley (1-1)- @ (7) North Hills 7pm 5- Canon Mac (1-1)- @ Bethel Park 7pm AAAAA: 1- Penn Trafford (2-0)- @ (2) Belle Vernon 7pm 2- Gateway […]
Leechburg rolls past Summit Academy @lasd_athletics
September 5, 2021 | Shane Lux
Herman – Leechburg outscored Summit Academy 27-6 in the second half en route to a 43-8 win over the Knights. After turning the ball over on their first three possessions, the Blue Devils scored twice in the second stanza to gain a 16-2 halftime lead. “We kept shooting ourselves in the foot in the first […]
Golden Eagles fly past South Park in Bird Battle 35-0 @BruceDavidson37 @ko_goldeneagles @PaBackyard @KOGoldenEagles
September 4, 2021 | Nate Grella
By: Bruce Davidson If you said Eagles would win this one you had a great shot of being right. Friday night saw the Keystone Oaks Golden Eagles travel to South Park to face the Eagles. Kind of confusing, I know. Keystone Oaks Senior Running Back Kevin Drew opened the scoring with a 5-yard touchdown run […]
Thomas Jefferson holds off Gateway’s late rally attempt @TJHSJaguars @wjhsd @GatewayGatorsFB
September 4, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
The story of the night was Thomas Jefferson’s defense containing Gateway’s high octane offense. Gateway tried to rally in the fourth quarter but it was not enough in the 21-16 loss to Thomas Jefferson. “We knew we had to be physical” said Coach Cherpak. Gateway started the game with the ball and from the start […]
Devin Whitlock Explodes for 5 TDs in Belle Vernon Blowout over Colts 49-14 @JeremiahMiller0 @DevinWhitlock3 @BVAFootball @PaBackyard
September 4, 2021 | Nate Grella
By Jeremiah Miller Week one of high school football opened up across the keystone state, including a rematch of last year’s WPIAL quarterfinals matchup between the Belle Vernon Leopards and the Chartiers Valley Colts. Tonight, was not much different then last years matchup between both of these schools as Belle Vernon came at of the […]
Thomas Jefferson 21 Gateway 16 on 9/3/2021 @TJHSJaguars @GatewayGatorsFB
September 4, 2021 | William Spicher
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WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 1 by @AJWPIAL
September 3, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- Central Catholic (0-1)- (8) Penn Hills 7pm 2- North Allegheny (1-0)- @ Pickerington Central (OH) 7pm 3- Mt. Lebanon (1-0)- (7) Upper St. Clair 7pm 4- Seneca Valley (0-1)- (4) Pine Richland 7:30pm 5- Canon Mac (1-0)- (5) Peters Township 7pm AAAAA: 1- Gateway (1-0)- (1) Thomas Jefferson 7pm 2- Penn Trafford (1-0)- […]
Butler 7 Kiski Area 21 on 8/27/2021
September 1, 2021 | William Spicher
Butler QB Mac Schnur looking for open receivers in first quarter. Kiski Area #4 Brayden Dunmire and #9 Logan Johnson tackle Butler’s #4 Isaiah Kelly first quarter. Kiski Area #73 Brandon Lawhorn-Moore with a tackle. Kiski Area #6 Mathew Hilty breaking tackle first quarter. Kiski Area #26 Chad Hepler run first quarter. Kiski Area […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 1 Preview: The Greatest Uniform Matchup Ever @nathangrella @JeremiahMiller0
September 1, 2021 | Nate Grella
Nathan and Jeremiah discuss in Hour 2 the WPIAL’s Week One! How close will Chartiers Valley and Belle Vernon be? Is Keystone Oaks and South Park the perfect revenge fuel? And how good is the uniform matchup between McKeesport and Woodland Hills? LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Support Us on Patreon! Check out our Merch!
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 0 Review: Who the Heck is Bishop Sycamore? @nathangrella @JeremiahMiller0
August 31, 2021 | Nate Grella
Jeremiah and Nathan break down Week 0 and all the fun of the return of fans to High school football Stadiums. The boys discuss who was the biggest surprise of the week. Also who the heck is Bishop Sycamore? LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! Support Us on Patreon! Check out our Merch!
Neshannock rolls past Shenango @Nesh_Sports @coachmo76
August 30, 2021 | Shane Lux
Neshannock Township: Neshannock outscored Shenango 27-0 in the second half en route to a 42-8 win over the Wildcats. “That was a great way to start the season,” said Neshannock head coach Fred Mozzocio. “We had some early jitters, penalties, and we didn’t have the ball much in the first half.” Seniors Kurt Sommerfield and Cameron […]
PHOTO GALLERY: Neshannock 42, Shenango 8 @Nesh_Sports @NeshannockR @coachmo76
August 29, 2021 | Sykotyk
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Woodland Hills rolls to easy win over Wayne Valley in Western PA vs everyone showcase @WoodyHigh
August 29, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
In the third game of the Western PA vs everyone football showcase between Woodland Hills and Wayne Valley the story at first was missed opportunities by both teams, but eventually Woodland Hills got going in their 20-0 victory. “It was a little bit of a slow start, a couple passes that were double caught, […]
Harrisburg Comes Back to Win Western PA Showcase All-Timer @HBGCougar_FBall
August 29, 2021 | Nate Grella
In 2020, fans across the state were limited to watching players play in empty stadiums on single cam live streams. In 2021, the Harrisburg Cougars, sparked by their passionate fanbase behind them who drove 3 and a half hours to even be in attendance, led a furious comeback against the defending undefeated 5A champions. “It […]
New Brighton slips past Western Beaver in overtime @newbrighton_pa @WesternBeaverFB
August 29, 2021 | Shane Lux
Industry: Kevin Williams’ 1-yard touchdown run in overtime propelled New Brighton to a 27-20 overtime victory over Western Beaver Saturday afternoon. “You never know what you’re going get in the first game,” said New Brighton head coach Joe Greco. “Western Beaver has a lot of physical skill.” On a sunny day that saw temperatures […]
Imhotep wins defensive slugfest over Central Catholic @TepFootball @PCC_FOOTBALL
August 28, 2021 | Billy Splain
It wasn’t easy at times for either team. Each team brought a defense that was as stifling as the heat on this hot summer night. But when it mattered, the Panther offense came through. Following a fumble by Central Catholic late in the game with the game tied at 6, Imhotep’s offense finally got the […]
Sto-Rox defense paves way to win over Bishop Sycamore @Chise89
August 28, 2021 | Billy Splain
Defense wins football games. There hasn’t likely been a term about the sport used more than that one. And last night the Viking of Sto-Rox lived up to that moniker. Trailing by 7 late in the second, the Viking defense forced a fumble and drove to the Centaurian goal line, but a fumble as the […]
Blackhawk Sets Tone Early in 31-20 Win Over Beaver Falls
August 28, 2021 | Mark Ross
Coming into the 2021 season the Blackhawk Cougars football team under the direction of Head Coach Zach Hayward have been mentioned as on of the top teams not only in their conference but possibly a threat to be on of the final teams challenging for a WPIAL Championship come November. In their Week 0 game […]
Buccaneers turn tight first half into second half blowout 27-6 @BruceDavidson37 @PaBackyard
August 28, 2021 | Nate Grella
By: Bruce Davidson For the first three quarters it looked as though an early game mistake would be the difference maker between Chartiers-Houston and Fort Cherry on Friday night. At the final whistle it wasn’t anywhere near a factor. The Fort Cherry Rangers got the early jump on the Chartiers-Houston Bucs following an opening drive […]
Moon runs past Seneca Valley for convincing victory @Moon_Football @moon_area @SV_Sports
August 28, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
It was a night where Moon’s run game dominated the game. The team collectively ran for 327 yards in the 38-21 victory over Seneca Valley. Several players touched the ball for Moon and eventually wore down Seneca Valley. “We have to create and find depth, we have to find 4 or 5 kids to give […]
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