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District 12 Highlights 2026 PSFCA PA Big 33 Team Roster
February 13, 2026 | Anthony Franklin
The 2026 PSFCA PA Big 33 team will have 9 players representing the Philadelphia Public & Catholic Leagues in District 12. PIAA 5A champion Roman Catholic landed 4 players on the team as WR Ash Roberts (Temple), DT Antwan Smith-Ray Jr. (Merrimack), DB Eyan Stead Jr. (Temple) and S Justis Gaskin (Stony Brook) were all […]
Ty’meere Wilkerson Becomes First Big 33 Berwick Player Since 2002
February 13, 2026 | Davin Ridall
The Big 33 All Star Game roster was announced this morning, and on that list we can find a name from a school that hasn’t been listed since 2002. After an astonishing 2025 season, senior running back Ty’Meere Wilkerson became the first Berwick Bulldog selected to the Big 33 roster since Andy Decker back in […]
2026 Big 33 Team PA Roster Announced
February 13, 2026 | Billy Splain
Earlier this morning at the annual Coaches Clinic, the PSFCA announced the 2026 Big 33 Team PA roster.
PIAA Announces First Girls’ Flag Statewide Rules Interpreter
February 12, 2026 | Billy Splain
Soon you will begin to see coverage of flag football here on PFN. We’ll keep you up to date as the season approaches. Remember, this year it is still not an official PIAA sport with playoffs. That will begin next year. If you are a flag head coach, please email me at billy@pafootballnews.com.
Open Dates: St. Francis NY
February 10, 2026 | Billy Splain
I am looking for a Varsity Football Game for Sept. 12 or Sept 26, 2006. We will travel or host, willing to discuss. We have 400 all boys school 9-12 near Buffalo NY. St. Francis Red Raiders. Any help would be appreciated, 716-698-5866 or smithj@stfrancishigh.org. Thank you.
Open Dates: Rancocas Valley
February 10, 2026 | Billy Splain
Rancocas Valley is looking for a game on October 2. We are located in Mount Holly, New Jersey. We are a group 5 school in NJ. Contact Head Coach Garrett Lucas at glucas@rvrhs.com.
Coaching Jobs: Lower Dauphin
February 10, 2026 | Billy Splain
Lower Dauphin High School (District 3 – 5A): **Looking for enthusiastic, passionate coaches at both the varsity and Freshmen levels** Applicants should be reliable, display a passion for the sport of football, have a fundamental understanding of the sport, and the ability to coach a position group. Open positions are as follows: Varsity Assistant (Offensive […]
Central Columbia’s Christian Nowak Commits To Bloomsburg University
February 6, 2026 | Davin Ridall
Central Columbia defensive end Christian Nowak has committed to Bloomsburg University. Nowak will be joining another Central Columbia alum, defensive lineman Kole Hummer, who committed to Bloomsburg University in 2025. Nowak had received offers from four other schools including Seton Hill, Capital University, Culver-Stockton College, and Grove City College, before ultimately selecting the Bloomsburg University […]
Signing day 2026 saw many players make their college choice.
February 6, 2026 | Billy Splain
This past Wednesday was a big day for many players in Pennsylvania. It’s the day they put ink to paper and move on to their college careers. We asked coaches to send in their players experiences and below we are proud to share them. We wish all players who signed their LOI nothing but the […]
BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S3 Ep1 Campbell Staff Meets the Media, Hockey ups & downs, coaches ARE human
February 5, 2026 | Billy Splain
From crushing beer cans watching hockey to discussing adjusting to life at Penn State it’s a fun week in Happy Valley. On National Signing Day this week, Penn State hosted a press conference where Matt Campbell and his full coaching staff were introduced to the media — the first time the assembled staff has met […]
PSFCA Announces 2026 Hall Of Fame Class
February 5, 2026 | PSFCA
The PSFCA is proud to announce the induction of seven legendary coaches into the 2026 PSFCA Coaches Hall of Fame. The formal induction ceremony will take place on May 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the Cumberland Valley High School Performing Arts Center.
Job openings: SJ PREP FOOTBALL
February 1, 2026 | Billy Splain
St. Joseph Prep is seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable Assistant Football Coaches to join our coaching staff across all three levels: Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman. The ideal candidate will have prior coaching experience and a strong ability to instruct and motivate student-athletes. If you are passionate about football and dedicated to helping student-athletes succeed both […]
Mike Pearson Named Mansfield Sprint Football Head Coach
January 27, 2026 | Ed Weaver
Mansfield Director of Athletics Andrew Petko has named Mike Pearson the next head football coach for the Mansfield Sprint Football program. 
Coaching Jobs: Line Mountain
January 27, 2026 | Billy Splain
Line Mountain, located in PIAA District 4 south of Selinsgrove, looking for an assistant football coach preferably with Wide Receiver experience. Contact Head Coach Brandon Carson if interested: bcarson@linemountain.com 570-259-0287
Great PA Teams: PITTSBURGH ALLEGHENY 1919
January 26, 2026 | Billy Splain
1919 was a vintage year in Pennsylvania scholastic football. Harrisburg Tech created an unbelievable record in the state’s capital city. Meanwhile, in Pittsburgh, on the old North Side, until 1907 the separate city of Allegheny, a squad from Allegheny High School was smashing every opponent and compiling an equally amazing season. Allegheny may have […]
The City of Philadelphia honors SAFR & ISAA for their impact on the city athletes
January 24, 2026 | Anthony Franklin
Thursday afternoon the city of Philadelphia presented SAFR and ISAA with citations for the work they’ve done making football in the city safer for players regardless of economic status and backgrounds. Among those in attendance who spoke thanking the organizations for their presence and love within the city were Philadelphia city council woman Cindy Bass […]
BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep 28 : Justin King Talks Wild Ride & Penn State Embracing New Era
January 23, 2026 | Billy Splain
Mike, Andrew and Frank discuss the changes in Happy Valley as the Lions enter a new era. Bring you up to date on wrestling and basketball. Justin King stops by to chat about the wild ride Terry Smith and family went on this past year. What. does King. like. about Matt Campbell and how the […]
Head coaching job: Williamsport
January 22, 2026 | Billy Splain
The Williamsport Area School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Head Varsity Football Coach. The Head Varsity Football Coach is responsible for the overall leadership and direction of the entire interscholastic football program (grades 7–12). The successful candidate will provide discipline, commitment, structure, and organization for all levels of the program. This […]
Coaching job: Wilson Area
January 21, 2026 | Billy Splain
Football Assistant Coach position available for 2026-2027 season. Interested candidates should include the following items : Letter of Interest Resume Extra-Curricular Application Professional References Required Clearances/Forms: Act 151 (Child Abuse) Clearance Act 34 (PA State Police) Clearance Act 114 (Federal Fingerprint) Clearance Act 24 (Arrest and Conviction Report and Certification) Form Act 168 (Sexual Misconduct/Abuse […]
Circle W Sports’ Showcase Platform Partners with College Prospector to Enhance Student-Athlete Recruiting Experience
January 19, 2026 | Ed Weaver
Circle W Sports today announced a new partnership between its Showcase Platform and College Prospector, uniting two trusted sports media and recruiting resources to create a more streamlined, effective connection between student-athletes and college programs.
Tyrone legendary coach John Franco retires
January 17, 2026 | PFN Staff
Tyrone football coach John Franco, who led the Golden Eagles to a state championship in 1999 and guided the Golden Eagles through two of the most successful periods in program history, has decided to retire.
A Tradition of Excellence: State College’s Football Family
January 15, 2026 | Noah Radio
There are few more consistently successful football programs in Pennsylvania than State College, but there are even fewer that are more familial. Every member of the program, from senior captains to middle school managers, is a valued piece of the football family. That inclusive mindset stems from Varsity Head Coach Matt Lintal. Throughout his 11 […]
Cumberland Valley to host title games for next four years
January 14, 2026 | Billy Splain
The PIAA has chosen their fall sports sites for the next four years and among them the state championship sites for the high school football seasons through 2030. After four successful years at Cumberland Valley the title games will return. The staff at PA football news continue to praise the efforts of the Cumberland Valley […]
BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep 27: Portal Chaos, Staff Changes and the CFP Semis
January 8, 2026 | Billy Splain
The craziness of the portal has arrived in full force in Happy Valley. Forty players out more than 20 in, Frank, Mike and Andrew dive headfirst into the chaos. Who is going and why are they going? Is it “disrespect,” money, playing time, a James Franklin reunion? The guys try to peel away at the […]
Last show of 2025: Have fun Dr. Lombardi, Good luck Mark Byers & welcome back to a long thought lost championship ring! SCA Tiger gets his ring back, an AMAZING story!
December 31, 2025 | Billy Splain
Thanks for tuning in all year. Today we say goodbye to 2026, so long to an old friend, (Dr. Lombardi) and hello to a new PIAA Executive Director. Then we say welcome back to a championship ring that was thought long lost. An amazing story!
The 2025 PFN COACHES SELECT CLASS 6A ALL-STATE TEAM
December 31, 2025 | Billy Splain
PAFootballnews.com is PROUD to present the 2025 Class 6A Coaches Select All-State team!! A BIG SHOUT OUT to the 321 coaches (a record!) that nominated players and voted this year!! (all players selected were nominated and voted on by the head football coaches. Coaches supplied film and stats for nominations. PFN compiled the results) […]
HS of the Future Stud WR Jameer Brown Makes History earning PFN Coaches Select All-State Team
December 31, 2025 | Anthony Franklin
Jameer Brown a 6-1 175lb senior WR at the High School of the Future made history breaking the school single season receiving record as well as becoming the first Firebird to be named all-state. Jameer finished the 2025 season with 52 receptions and 1000 yards to go with 12 touchdowns and earned 2nd team honors […]
The 2025 PFN COACHES SELECT CLASS 4A ALL-STATE TEAM
December 31, 2025 | Billy Splain
PAFootballnews.com is PROUD to present the 2025 Class 2A Coaches Select All-State team!! A BIG SHOUT OUT to the 321 coaches (a record!) that nominated players and voted this year!! (all players selected were nominated and voted on by the head football coaches. Coaches supplied film and stats for nominations. PFN compiled the results) […]
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