District 7
December 2018
McKenzie’s big day leads Quips to 2018 PIAA class 3A title
December 9, 2018 | Phil Myers
For Full slideshow by Jason Syk click picture On a cold Saturday afternoon at Hersheypark Stadium, Aliquippa’s Avante McKenzie warmed the Quip faithful by slicing, dicing, and at times, powering his way to 198 yards and four touchdowns to give his team the 35-0 triumph over Middletown earning the Quips the Class AAA crown. Aliquippa’s […]
A Fresh Set of Downs – State Championship Preview Show Wednesday at 7 pm Live from Comfort Inn, Hummelstown
December 2, 2018 | Billy Splain
Join Bruce Badgley, Cary Moyer, Darryl Daniels, Coach Joe Mays and me, Billy Splain along with special guest Eric Epler from Pennlive as we review the year that was and preview every state title game! We’ll be live from the Comfort Inn & Suites in Hummelstown on Wednesday, 7pm. Watch online or join us in the […]
Wilmington rolls to easy 26-6 win over Steel Valley to get back to state championship
December 1, 2018 | Pa Football News
AJ Shaffer The Big story of this game was the dominating defense by Wilmington. Coming into the game they allowed nearly an average of 2 touchdowns per game. Steel Valley got the ball to start the game and they went three and out. Wilmington got the ball with just under 10 minutes in the first […]
Farrell dominates OLSH, advances to Hershey
December 1, 2018 | Pa Football News
Shane Lux Prior to Friday night, Farrell head coach Jarrett Samuels had never beaten the WPIAL in the PIAA Class A semifinals. Well, you can’t say that anymore. While Samuels coached from the sideline, he watched his Steelers do what they’ve done all season and dominate from start to finish as Farrell rolled to Hershey […]
Pine Richland Rolls Over State College, 56-33
November 25, 2018 | Nate Grella
For the State College Little Lions, the season was not without the drama, that is for certain. From big plays against Central Dauphin East and Chambersburg, to sweating bullets against Cumberland Valley, the Little Lions have not won without a bit of drama and good luck, along with being more naturally talented. On Saturday night […]
Penn Hills uses strong second half to win 5A WPIAL Championship 28-18
November 24, 2018 | Pa Football News
Photo Will McBride After a shocking upset against unbeaten and defending WPIAL champion Gateway, West Allegheny looked to pull off another upset against unbeaten Penn Hills. Penn Hills got the ball to start the game but they went three and out and punted the ball away. West Allegheny did nothing with the ball on their […]
State College Football Podcast: Pine Richland Preview
November 20, 2018 | Nate Grella
To Listen to the Podcast click HERE Nick and Nathan quickly review the playoff game against Del Valley, then take a deep dive into the matchup with Pine RIchland. Can State College keep up in the trenches? What can the Little Lions do to keep momentum? What’s in store for the Lions if they […]
Pine-Richland 34 Seneca Valley 7 @Seneca_Valley @SVRaiderFB @PRRamsFootball @AJWPIAL @Pafootballnews
November 18, 2018 | contributor
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South Fayette 31 Thomas Jefferson 24 @TJHSJaguars @sflionssports @Pafootballnews @AJWPIAL(Pics Only)
November 18, 2018 | contributor
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Aliquippa 42 Derry 19 @Pafootballnews @DerryTrojansFB @quipfootball @DASDTrojans1 @AJWPIAL(Pics Only)
November 18, 2018 | contributor
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OLSH 28 Rochester 6 @Pafootballnews @olsh@RochesterFB (Pics only)
November 18, 2018 | contributor
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Freedom pulls it off in close win against Burgettstown, 7-6
November 11, 2018 | Pa Football News
Senior Noah Yeck celebrates the win with assistant coach Craig Vukich. The Bulldogs will go on to face Steel Valley on Nov. 16 in the semi-finals. Written by: Jenna Engel on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 Coming off of a close win last week against Avonworth, the Bulldogs pulled off another tight victory against Burgettstown, winning by only […]
Bruzdewicz’s leg puts Peters Township into the semis over Penn-Trafford
November 10, 2018 | Pa Football News
John Robbins With just a few seconds on the clock and the score tied at 35, Brian Bruzdewica lined up behind the ball. A few seconds later he sent The Indians into the next round of the WPIAL playoffs with a 38-35 win. The playoff game between Penn-Trafford and Peters Township started with Penn Trafford […]
Dino Tomlin will play college ball in the Big Ten. Commitment to Maryland announced today
November 7, 2018 | Billy Splain
He’s the son of Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin. He’s fast. Athletic. And plays a lot taller than his 6-0, 165 pound frame should allow. So far this year Shady Side Academy WR Dino Tomlin has nearly 650 yards receiving and 18 tds. Last year he had 9 tds, and just over 700 yards. Maryland […]
North Hills Lineman Lirion Murtezi commits to @NavyFB @LirionMurtezi @NHIndiansFB
November 4, 2018 | Billy Splain
The North Hills Indians have had some very successful running backs in the last few seasons. That happens by no accident. North Hills run through the WPIAL this year was a strong one, lead by a veteran line that was anchored by 6-3, 300 pound OL Lirion Murtezi. He had a few offers from the […]
WPIAL Football Championships Will Be Aired and Webstreamed On Pittsburgh’s CW,KDKA
October 24, 2018 | Billy Splain
For Release 10/24/2018 Pittsburgh’s CW to Broadcast WPIAL Football Championship Series Pittsburgh—Pittsburgh’s CW (WPCW) is excited to announce that KDKA-TV Sports will produce all six playoff games in the WPIAL Championship Series. All of the six games will air on Pittsburgh’s CW and two of the games will be simulcast on […]
Warriors dominate Trinity to win their 6th straight
October 13, 2018 | Pa Football News
Written by John Robbins The Penn-Trafford Warriors did not slow down because of the cold and Trinity. It only took the Warriors 2 minutes and 55 seconds to score when junior Gabe Dunlap ran into the endzone. Penn-Trafford would score again in the first quarter with a jet sweep by senior wide receiver Dimitri George. The […]
Elizabeth Forward 25 Derry Area 22
September 30, 2018 | contributor
A field shot view of the home side at Elizabeth Forward This was one of those games where the home team pulled away midway through only to see the road team come storming back. Elizabeth Forward was up 18 points late and watched in horror as Derry Area scored 15 points 1:26 to close to […]
@RinggoldRams High School is a Synthetic Turf Pioneer Once Again @AstroTurfUSA
August 29, 2018 | Billy Splain
Monongahela, PA – Joe Montana Stadium is the home of the Ringgold Rams and now it is also the home of AstroTurf’s new Trionic fiber. Trionic is AstroTurf’s new wonder-fiber that is the talk of the synthetic turf industry. Ringgold High School has a long history of leading the way when it comes to choosing groundbreaking […]
Howard University lands trio of WPIAL players
August 2, 2018 | Billy Splain
It’s no secret that the coaching staff of Howard knows the level of talent in western PA. Coach Brennan Marion is very familiar with the territory, and tonight the Bison scored big as Steel Valley linebacker Todd Hill, West Mifflin DB Parrish Parker and Penn Hills RB Terry “Tank” Smith all committed to play for […]
Seneca Valley linebacker shares mission trip experience
July 15, 2018 | Billy Splain
Seneca Valley linebacker Jake Stebbins has spent his off season traveling to camps all over Pennsylvania. It’s paid off for him as he’s been offered by some impressive schools to play college football. Both Columbia and Cornell have offered the 6-2, 220 pound middle linebacker thanks to his travels. But it was an offer of […]
WesternPAFootball.net has new owner, joins forces with PFN
July 1, 2018 | Billy Splain
Most of you know me or have seen me on a football field, at a conference, a clinic or anywhere else something involving high school football is happening. My name is Billy Splain and for many years I’ve been the person behind WesternPAFootball.net. I’m happy to announce that I am now the owner […]
PIAA 1A Championship: Bishop Guilfoyle 17, Clairton 0
December 10, 2016 | Joe Ruby
(Photo by Tom Elling) From 2009 through 2012, the Clairton Bears had an undefeated run for the ages, winning over 60 games in a row and snagging four consecutive state titles. The Clairton program is a pinnacle of success, and one that the rest of the state’s teams look to emulate. Recently, Bishop Guilfoyle’s been […]
2015 WPIAL Postseason Brackets & First Round Schedule
November 2, 2015 | Pa Football News
The seedings and brackets for the 2015 postseason in District 7 (WPIAL) have been announced. The No. 1 seeds are as follows: 4A: Woodland Hills – Bracket 3A: Central Valley – Bracket 2A: South Fayette – Bracket 1A: Clairton – Bracket SCHEDULE Class AAAA Friday, November 6 (16) Hempfield at (1) Woodland Hills, 07:30pm (9) […]
WPIAL (District 7) Playoff Pairings 2014
October 27, 2014 | Pa Football News
CLASS AAAA – Connellsville at Pine-Richland (1); Fox Chapel at Penn-Trafford (2); Norwin at Central Catholic (3); Plum at Penn Hills (4); Mt. Lebanon at McKeesport (5); North Hills at Woodland Hills (6); Upper St. Clair at North Allegheny (7); Bethel Park at Altoona (8). CLASS AAA – Laurel Highlands at Central Valley (1); Moon […]
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