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November 2024

Riverside advances to 2A State Quarterfinals

November 16, 2024 | John Kotsko

After the first touchdown from Lansdale Catholic, it looked like it was going to be a long night for the Riverside defense. However, after the opening drive touchdown, the defense did not give up a single point and forced four turnovers. Chase Taddonio ran for two touchdowns in the second half overcoming a 7-0 halftime […]

Fort Cherry rallies behind Sieg’s six rushing touchdowns for Semifinal Round win

November 16, 2024 | Ethan Spozarski

The Fort Cherry Rangers punched their ticket back to Acrisure stadium with the 49-14 win over the Jeannette Jayhawks. Fort Cherry’s QB and new Penn State commit, Matt Sieg had six of the seven Ranger touchdowns. Seig also eclipsed 4,000 career passing yards, joining only Terrell Pryor as the only WPIAL players who have ever […]

Pine-Richland Manhandles Bethel Park, Advances to Third Consecutive WPIAL Championship

November 16, 2024 | Blake Fuchs

Pine-Richland maintained control throughout their semifinal game against Bethel Park, easily winning 28-7 and advancing to their third straight WPIAL 5A championship. Bethel Park had an interesting resume entering this game. The Black Hawks finished third in the Allegheny Six Conference, the strongest of the three 5A conferences in the WPIAL. Their two losses […]

Pine-Richland 28 Bethel Park 7 WPIAL 5A Semifinal on 11/15/2024 Gallery

November 16, 2024 | William Spicher

Pine-Richland moves on to play Peters Township in WPIAL 5A Championship game on 11/23/2024. Link to article & more photos below. Click Here For More Photos Click Here For Article

Central Valley advances to 3A WPIAL finals after defensive win over Elizabeth Forward

November 16, 2024 | Annabelle Aquino

The Central Valley Warriors defeated the Elizabeth Forward Warriors 31-15 this Friday in the WPIAL 3A semifinals at Montour High School. Central Valley’s strong defense, led by Tyler Ondrusek and Lukas Gerovac on the line, and Aaron Lawson in the backfield, played a significant role in their victory. Central Valley started by kicking off to […]

Troy too much for Warrior Run in District 4 AA Final

November 16, 2024 | Lindsey Bennett

(Video Recap) Troy got off to a slow start but once they got settled down the Troy Juggernaut was off and running and just to much for a good Warrior Run team to keep up with. (Click on link below for complete video recap.)

State College Cruises Past Williamsport In PIAA Opening Round Game

November 16, 2024 | Ed Weaver

WILLIAMSPORT – State College scored 42 first quarter points en route to a 75-14 win over Williamsport to open the PIAA Class 6A playoffs Friday.

Hickory Rallies Past Sharon For Second Straight District 10 Title

November 16, 2024 | Shane Lux

Slippery Rock – Khalil Houston’s 4-yard touchdown reception from Zander Telesz with 18 seconds to play gave Hickory a thrilling 37-31 victory over Sharon for their second consecutive District 10 AAA title. In a game nearly identical to their September 13th clash, Hickory scored two touchdowns in the final 2:40 to win a dramatic district […]

Clearfield Beats General McLane by One Point in Absolute Thriller

November 16, 2024 | Phil Myers

It was one of those games where you pretty much knew it was going to come down to the end and whomever had the ball last would have an excellent chance of being the victor. General McLane missed a short field goal with seconds remaining though to give Clearfield the hard fought 27-26 triumph before […]

Roman Catholic stifles East Stroudsburg South to claim first-ever state playoff win

November 16, 2024 | Brian "Hollywood" Ptashinski

Philly powerhouse takes a trip up into the Pocono’s and faces a hard-nosed Cavalier squad and earns the school’s first ever state playoff win in football. EAST STROUDSBURG- The Roman Catholic Cahillites, a long time staple on the hardwoods, picking up four state titles in the ten years, took their first step Friday night on […]

Springfield Holds Off Garnet Valley In PIAA District 5A Semi Finals

November 16, 2024 | Ted Podberesky

Familiar faces matched up tonight for the PIAA district 5A semi finals, Springfield Cougars (11-1) hosted the Garnet Valley Jaguars (9-3). These two teams saw each other earlier in the year during week 9 of the regular season, with Springfield coming out on top 35-23. Tonight was no different for the Cougars, playing hard nosed […]

Juniata Upsets Shamokin At Home

November 16, 2024 | Jayden Eberly

Jasper Shepps 3 touchdowns Juniata strikes first as Wyatt Ehrenzeller throws one up to Connor Boreman for the touchdown pass. On 4th and 1 juniata’s defense stops Shamokin @PaFootballNews pic.twitter.com/NmJvYInITR — Jayden.E Photography (@JaydenEberly) November 16, 2024 Wyatt Ehrenzeller throws one up to Jasper Shepps and he takes it 97 yards for the touchdown. They […]

Downingtown West Advances to District 1 Championship – PHOTO GALLERY

November 16, 2024 | Andy Marchese

Downingtown West defeated Central Bucks West, 28-23, on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Kottmeyer Stadium to advance to the PIAA District 1 Championship. See the Extended Gallery HERE.

Scranton Prep downs Wyoming Area for the District 2 Class 3A crown

November 16, 2024 | Jared Samuel

When you have two teams at 11-1 playing for a district title, the hype is going to be huge. That was the case this week with the District 2 Class 3A Championship. Wyoming Area had reeled off 9 straight wins after a tough loss up at Western Wayne in week 3. The Warriors were a […]

Wyoming Area at Scranton Prep — PHOTO GALLERY

November 16, 2024 | Sherryl Samuel

Central Clarion takes down Farrell (video highlights)

November 16, 2024 | Billy Splain

You can’t call it an upset. The Wildcats have been destroying opponents all season long. Tonight they met a foe that is used to being in the playoffs contending for a state title. And on Friday night, the Wildcats finally took the next step. Central Clarion quarterback Jase Ferguson threw two touchdown passes and ran […]

Cambria Heights big fourth quarter leads to victory over Richland!

November 16, 2024 | Greg Ricupero

Cambria Heights back to back D6 Titles with impressive win over Richland! D6 2A Championship Game from Mansion Park in Altoona #2 Richland Rams (10-2) at #1 Cambria Heights Highlanders (12-0) Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference vs Heritage Conference Common Opponents Bishop McCort vs Richland 34-0 vs Cambria Heights 24-17 Last Meeting D6 Championship 11/6/20 CH […]

Muncy gets last minute stop, wins thriller over Lackawanna Trail

November 16, 2024 | EJ Samuel

It was a freezing cold night in Scranton and speaking of cold, both Muncy and Lackawanna Trail had a cold-blooded mindset coming into this game. Knowing it was do-or-die and a win was required to stay alive, both teams came out swinging as they combined for 56 points in the first half. When one team […]

Jones-Davis runs wild ,Mcdevitt topples Mechanicsburg

November 16, 2024 | Quincy Piper

As the saying goes, defense wins championships. Fortunately enough for Bishop McDevitt, their defense was exceptional tonight as they downed Mechanicsburg on their home field, 26-14. The Crusaders came into the evening fresh off a dominant 42-7 victory over Conrad Weiser, and they didn’t miss a beat. Bishop McDevitt’s first drive was a statement, as […]

Williams Valley Wins Back to Back District XI Championships Against Schuylkill Haven

November 16, 2024 | Karlee Feger

Williams Valley quarterback Brady Shomper runs for a first down The Williams Valley Vikings claimed the District XI 2A Championship over the Schuylkill Haven Hurricanes for the second season in a row. Kian Krzyzanowski scored two touchdowns for the Vikings. Brady Shomper and Blazer Lords each scored as well. Niko Carestia scored both Hurricane touchdowns. […]

South Park beats Ellwood City advances to Championship for first time since 2005

November 15, 2024 | Andrew Schaffer

For the first time since 2005 South Park is heading WPIAL 2A Championship. They got there with a 28-7 victory over Ellwood City. “I gotta soak it in here a little bit, it was definitely our goal at the beginning of the year to get down there, now we just got some new goals to […]

Quincy Swaim Runs Over Steelton-Highspire To Send Bedford To 2A Quarterfinals

November 15, 2024 | Baron Dionis

Quincy Swaim and the Bison defense took Bedford to the next round with a 24-15 victory over the Steelton-Highspire Steamrollers. Bedford will move on and take on the District 4 champions in the Troy Trojans. After a scoreless first quarter, Bedford got an interception from Chase Bauman and Swaim led the Bison down for a […]

Pope John Paul Shuts Out Valley View 36-0 In Opening Round Of States (Video Highlights)

November 15, 2024 | Jake Mills

Pope John Paul posted a shutout in the opening round of the 4A state playoffs over Valley View 36-0. Braden Reed and Dylan Skarbek both had 2 touchdowns for the Golden Panthers while Bradey Bass scored as well. Pope John Paul will faceoff against the winner of West Philadelphia and Bonner-Prendie from District 12 who […]

Harrisburg downs Manheim Twp to advance

November 15, 2024 | Billy Splain

“We’ve been here before, we have more work to do”. That’s about as simple as it got for Harrisburg head coach Calvin Everett. His Cougars defeated Manheim Township 35-14 to advance to the PIAA District III Class 6A title game against Wilson next week. The win was convincing but it wasn’t easy. Harrisburg jumped out […]

Bedford vs Steelton-Highspire Preview: 2A State Playoffs