District 7
August 2020
Plum Linebacker Max Matolcsy will head to UPenn after his senior year. @MaxMatolcsy @PlumFootball
August 9, 2020 | Billy Splain
Twenty three schools offered Plum linebacker a chance to get an education and play football for them. Max Matolcsy had offers from all the Ivy’s, Harvard, Yale, Brown, Cornell, Fordham…but it was the Quaker program at UPenn that got him the most excited. Yesterday he announced he was ending his recruitment and heading east for […]
2020 Player Profile: Ameer Dudley – Central Valley @DudleyAmeer @cvqbclub @CoachLyonsCVfb
August 8, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Ameer Dudley Year: 2021 Central Valley High School QB Jersey # 3 Ht: 6’2 Wt: 190 2019 Stats: 1,929 pass yards with 24 touchdowns with 547 yards rushing and 8 touchdowns Awards: All-State, Times County Player of the Year, #1 Dual Threat QB in Pa, #2 Overall QB in Pa Other sports: Basketball and track […]
2020 Player Preview: Nathan Witkowsky, McGuffey @NathanWitkowsky McGuffey @NathanWitkowsky @McguffeyFB
August 5, 2020 | contributor
Nathan Witkowsky McGuffey High School Kicker Class 2021 6’0” 175 lbs Twitter @NathanWitkowsky 1- How long have you been playing football? I’ve been playing football for 2 years. 2-What other sports do you play? I also play soccer, basketball, and tennis. 3- What life lessons has football taught you? Football has taught me self […]
2020 Team Preview: The Burrell Buccaneers @ShawnLiotta @BSDBucs @alex_arledge12
August 5, 2020 | Billy Splain
Burrell Buccaneers Head Coach Shawn Liotta Assistant Coaches Jeremy Liotta, Mark Kaczanowicz, Jeff Gates, Jim Gamble, John Reay, Eric Fusco 2019 Season Record 6-4 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 09-04 @ Indiana (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 @ Valley (0-0) * 7:00 pm 09-18 vs. East Allegheny (0-0) * 7:00 pm 09-25 @ Apollo-Ridge (0-0) 7:00 pm 10-02 @ North Catholic (0-0) * 7:00 pm […]
What went into North Allegheny linebacker Nathan Hoke”s decision to commit to Brigham Young @natehoke26 @nafootball_tfl
August 5, 2020 | Billy Splain
With offers from the like of Brigham Young, Central Michigan, Army, Fordham, Eastern Illinois and more, North Allegheny’s Nathan Hoke had a difficult decision to make, but having a brother play for one of those schools made that decision a little easier. Couple that with the fact that the Covid-19 situation prevented him from visiting […]
Baldwin’s Connor Lavelle makes his pledge to Lehigh @lavelle_2002 @bw_highlander
August 2, 2020 | Billy Splain
Baldwin Highlander DB Connor Lavelle made his choice. Lehigh is the place he wants to play his college ball. The speedy DB fits the mold, has the speed and talent to make an impact for the Hawks in a hurry. He made his announcement today on twitter: Committed❗️#2T1LLFLY pic.twitter.com/u1kBW6qQ5v — Connor Lavelle (@lavelle_2002) August […]
WPIAL goes with “PIAA Hybrid” schedules, playoff info updated
July 31, 2020 | Billy Splain
COMPLETE STATEMENT FROM WPIAL NOTICE TO ALL SCHOOLS REGARDING CHANGES TO FALL SPORTS July 31, 2020 In light of the current situation faced by school districts, the state and the nation due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the WPIAL encourages everyone to be flexible and understanding of the fluid situation and know that the decisions made […]
WPIAL likely to change start dates for fall sports
July 30, 2020 | Billy Splain
According to a report by Chris Harlan of the Trihssn network, the WPIAL board voted unanimously Thursday to trade the traditional start dates for a new “hybrid” option offered by the PIAA. The board hoped to give schools added flexibility as they transition back to classes under covid-19 conditions, WPIAL executive director Amy Scheuneman told […]
2020 Team Preview: The Neshannock Lancers @NeshannockF @Nesh_Sports @coachmo76
July 30, 2020 | Billy Splain
Neshannock Lancers Head Coach Fred Mozzocio Assistant Coaches Ron Deporzio, Ryan Firmi, Gianni Oliva, Joey Flora, Matt Mangino, Mark Hasson, Frank Bongivengo Sr. 2019 Season Record 9-3 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 08-22 @ Sharpsville (SCR) Sharpsville Field 10:00 am 08-29 @ Shenango (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-04 vs. South Side (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 @ Union Area (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-18 vs. Mohawk (0-0) […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast LIVE: Tri-County South Preview- 7:30 PM, Thursday 7/30
July 30, 2020 | Nate Grella
Tune in for the BackyardPAFootball Podcast’s LIVE PREMIERE of their preview of the Tri-County South! Nathan and Jeremiah break down the 1A WPIAL Tri-County South and discuss each team in depth, along with predicting the conferences order of finish. The stream will begin at 7:30 on July 30th and will be available for replay following […]
2020 Player Profile: Karl Mcbride Jr – Aliquippa @McbrideKarl3 @1quipcoach
July 28, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Karl Mcbride Jr. Year: 2021 Aliquippa High School HB/LB Jersey # 3 Ht: 5’10 Wt: 200 Twitter: @McbrideKarl3 Why do you play football? Karl: I love the game. What has been your best memory from football so far? Karl: Winning a state championship. Who is your favorite pro athlete and why? Karl: Kevin Durant because […]
2020 Team Preview: The West Greene Pioneers @wgpioneers @PaBackyard @Coach55Hanson
July 28, 2020 | Billy Splain
West Greene Pioneers Head Coach Brian Hanson Brian Jackson Beau Jackson Doug Victor RG Miller Luke Kiger Lynn Wise John Lampe 2019 Season Record 10-2 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 08-22 vs. Fort Cherry (SCR) 10:00 am 08-28 @ Cameron (WV) (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-04 @ Burgettstown (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 vs. Bethlehem-Center (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-18 @ California (0-0) * 7:00 […]
2020 Team Preview: The Yough Cougars @YoughCougarsHS @YoughHSFootball @tristanwaldier
July 27, 2020 | Billy Splain
Yough Cougars Head Coach Chris Chunko Assistant Coaches Mark Adams Akeem Moore Sean Bowen Corey Chrisman Nick Militzer Paul Suehr Jake Beistel Dave Roebuck Larry Hixson 2019 Season Record Overall 1-9 Conference 1-7 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 08-22 @ Burgettstown (SCR) 10:00 am 08-28 @ Apollo-Ridge (SCR) 6:30 pm 09-04 vs. Ringgold (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 @ Trinity (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-18 […]
2020 Player Profile: Devin Whitlock – Belle Vernon @DevinWhitlock3 @BVAFootball
July 27, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Devin Whitlock Year: 2022 Belle Vernon High School QB/WR/OLB/CB/S Jersey #1 Ht: 5’7 Wt: 155 Awards: First-team all-conference multi-purpose back Other sports: Basketball Why do you play football? I play football because it’s something I loved playing growing up and something that makes me happy. What has been your best memory from football so far? […]
2020 Player Profile: Cade Yacamelli, ATH, Penn-Trafford @cyacamelli @ptwarriorfb @PTWarriors
July 24, 2020 | John Robbins
Cade Yacamelli Penn-Trafford High School Class of 2022 Height: 6’0” Weight: 190 lbs Twitter: @cyacamelli This rising junior is one of the most explosive and exciting prospects in the WPIAL. Going into his junior year, Cade looks to make a larger impact for the Penn-Trafford Warriors. He was able to gather 295 yards total on […]
2020 Player Profile: Dawson Snyder – Moon @DawsonSnyder_ @MoonAreaSD @Moon_Football
July 22, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Dawson Snyder Year: 2021 Moon Area High School Jersey # 22 Slot Wr/CB Ht: 5’10 Wt: 170 Other sports: Basketball Awards: Second-team all-conference cornerback Twitter: @DawsonSnyder_ Why do you play football? Dawson: I play football because it is my first love. Football has always been a huge part of my life and it will always […]
2020 Player Profile: Teddy Ruffner, Mars Area @MarsHSFootball @teddyruffner @FightnPlanets
July 18, 2020 | Billy Splain
Teddy Ruffner Mars Area High School 2021 Running Back and Linebacker Jersey #36 Ht 5’9” Wt 198 2019 stats 1919 rushing yards 26 TDs Other Sports: Baseball Any awards you’ve won: FIrst team all-section running back Twitter: @teddyruffner Why do you play football? I loved sports as a kid and wanted to play football because […]
2020 Team Preview: The Canon-McMillan Fighting Big Macs @BigMacsFootball
July 18, 2020 | Billy Splain
Canon-McMillan Fighting Big Macs Head Coach Mike Evans Assistant Coaches Damien Patragas – CB/DC John Trovato – ILB Brendan Steele – Safeties Tim Sohyda – DE Tim Edwards – DT Yadin Collins – Star LB Rich Rodi – Asst DB Jason Harding – WR Rob Carter – QB Alex Brancazio – Off QC Nick Woods […]
2020 Team Preview: The Frazier Commodores @FrazierFootball
July 15, 2020 | Billy Splain
Frazier Commodores Head Coach Greg Boggs Assistant Coaches Jake Girvin Josh Miller Kenny Polling Rob Acklin Key Starters Lost Cole Davies OLB 2019 Season Record 3-7 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 08-22 vs. Jefferson-Morgan (SCR) 10:00 am 08-28 vs. Bishop Canevin (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-04 vs. Brentwood (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 @ Bentworth (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-18 vs. Ligonier Valley (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-25 […]
2020 Team Preview: The Blackhawk Cougars @BHCougars
July 14, 2020 | Billy Splain
Blackhawk Cougars Head Coach Zack Hayward Assistant Coaches Ryan Levinger, Dom Henderson, Jordan Lyles, Mike Rittleman, Paul Mann, Pat Feeley, Lou Wolber, Guy Martini, Jeremy Martini 2019 Season Record 7-4 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 08-22 vs. Butler (SCR) 10:00 am 08-28 @ Beaver Falls (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-04 @ Hopewell (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 vs. North Catholic (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-18 […]
2020 Player Profile: Jaden Keating, Upper St Clair @KeatingJaden @USCstats
July 14, 2020 | Billy Splain
Jaden Keating 2021 Upper St Clair High school Safety/Running Back Jersey- 22(5) next year Ht- 6’0” Wt- 190 2019 stats- 71 tackles, 2 TFL 307 rushing yards 5 TD’s Other sports- Wrestling Twitter @KeatingJaden Why do you play football? I love the sport, playing football has changed my life for the better. I […]
Pine-Richland lineman Miguel Jackson selects Liberty U for his college destination @_mjjacks @PRRamsFootball
July 14, 2020 | Billy Splain
His recruitment complete, Pine-Richland lineman Miguel Jackson can now concentrate on his 2020 senior season. He’s the second Ram to commit to the Flames program. Earlier this year Harrison Hayes committed to the Flames as well. The 6-2, 240 Jackson had over 20 offers with the likes of Akron, Bowling Green, Central Michigan, Army, Ball […]
2020 PFN Player Profile: Corey Wise, West Greene @CoreyWise43 @PABackyard
July 14, 2020 | Nate Grella
Corey Wise West Greene Class of 2022 Position(s): RB, LB Height: 6’0″ Weight: 215 Twitter: @CoreyWise43 Why did you choose football? It is my favorite sport and is what I am best at What is your favorite football memory? Winning the first playoff game since 1993 What activities do you enjoy outside of football? Hanging […]
2020 Team Preview: The Bishop Canevin Crusaders @CrusadersFball @BishopCanevinAT @crusaderathdept
July 13, 2020 | Billy Splain
Bishop Canevin Crusaders Head Coach Richard Johnson Assistant Coaches Steve Nesmith, Andrew Baker, Devin Owens, Javon Hines, Kenny Thompson, Gary Coniglio Key Starters Lost AJ Cirilli 2019 Season Record 1-9 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 08-22 Monessen (SCR) 10:00 am 08-28 Frazier (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-05 Carlynton (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 Northgate (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-19 Springdale (0-0) * […]
2020 PFN Player Preview: McKinley Whipkey, McGuffey @MckinleyWhipkey @PABackyard
July 13, 2020 | Nate Grella
McKinley Whipkey McGuffey Class of 2021 Position(s): FB, MLB Height: 6’0″ Weight: 205 Twitter: @MckinleyWhipkey Why did you choose football? There’s never a dull moment What is your favorite football memory? Beating Clairton In 2019 What activities do you enjoy outside of football? Hunting and riding four wheelers What non-football accomplishment are you most proud […]
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