PA Football News Archives
October 2020
Yough Stumbles In Homecoming Loss to Southmoreland @YoughHSFootball @SHSAthletics4U
October 12, 2020 | Sykotyk
Friday, October 9 Yough Cougars v. Southmoreland Scotties Cougar Mountain Stadium, Herminie, PA S — 0 – 17 – 0 – 7 — 24 Y — 0 – 0 – 0 – 0 — 0 1000 S 56 yard TD pass (kick good) 616 S 27 yard TD pass (kick good) 123 S 26 yard […]
Conneaut Eagles Soar Over Knights
October 12, 2020 | Sykotyk
Saturday, October 10 Franklin Knights v. Conneaut Eagles Franklin Stadium, Franklin, PA C — 20 – 21 – 19 – 0 — 60 F — 7 – 7 – 0 – 7 — 21 753 C 14 yard TD run (kick blocked) 732 C 25 yard TD Run (kick good) 041 F 8 yard TD […]
Purchase Line Red Dragons shut down Blairsville Bobcats
October 11, 2020 | Avery Falisec
Purchase Line knew what to expect when they traveled to the home of the Blairsville Bobcats: Zak Artley and his passing game. However, the Bobcats didn’t anticipate the Dragons handling their offense so well, causing the 42-0 shutout of Friday, October 9. Blairsville gave up three interceptions, one from junior Mello Sanchez and two from […]
BackyardPAFootball WPIAL Imperialism Map Week 6
October 11, 2020 | Nate Grella
Who has the Most Territory? California- (West Greene, Mapletown, Avella, Bentworth, California) Thomas Jefferson- (Thomas Jefferson, Ringgold, Trinity, West Mifflin, Belle Vernon, McKeesport) Trinity- (Waynesburg Central, Beth Center) McGuffey- (McGuffey, Washington) Western Beaver- (Frazier, Charleroi) Elizabeth Forward- (Elizabeth Forward, Yough, South Park, Chartiers Houston) Carmichaels (Carmichaels, Jefferson-Morgan) Pine Richland (Upper St. Clair, Bethel Park) Fort […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 5 Review- Trinity’s Playoff Hopes, Jaeden Zuzak Dominates the WPIAL
October 11, 2020 | Nate Grella
CLICK HERE to play, or press play in the module below- Nathan and Jeremiah recap the week’s action including a statement rivalry victory by the Trinity Hillers that could propel them to the playoffs, along with discussion on the top of the Tri-County South and Frazier’s hopes as well. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! […]
Freedom Rides Hot-Handed Quarterback to Key Win Over Easton.
October 11, 2020 | Brian Ptashinski
By Brian Ptashinski @BPtashinski on Twitter BETHLEHEM- After spotting the Red Rovers of Easton ten points, the Freedom Patriots roared back on the arm of junior quarterback Brian Taylor’s three touchdown passes to go on to defeat the Rovers 21-10 before a moderate crowd at BASD Stadium Saturday night. Easton came into the contest state-ranked […]
Second Half Surge Propels Northern Lehigh To Win.
October 11, 2020 | Brian Ptashinski
@BPtashinski on Twitter WILSON- Looking to break into the win column finally this season, after losing their first two games in the Colonial League by a combined total of fifteen points, the Bulldogs of Northern Lehigh found themselves down on the road Saturday afternoon 14-7 to the Wilson Warriors. Bulldogs’ coach Joe Tout employed a […]
Bishop Guilfoyle tops Chestnut Ridge @BGMarauderFball @CRLionsFootball
October 11, 2020 | Shane Lux
Bishop Guilfoyle forced three turnovers and gained 417 yards of offense to down Chestnut Ridge 31-21 Saturday night at Mansion Park. “I told our guys early in the season that the turnover battle for us is huge,” said Bishop Guilfoyle head coach Justin Wheeler. “I fell we’re a good offense, and those extra drives help […]
Jim Thorpe routes Rival Lehighton to keep the 209 Trophy @LehightonFB @JTOlympians
October 11, 2020 | Brian O'Donnell
After coming off a lack-luster performance last week against North Schuylkill, Jim Thorpe (3-1) looked to right the ship. The Olympians traveled just 10 miles down the road to rival Lehighton (2-2) to take on the Indians. Lehighton on the other hand was coming off of an impressive 60 point performance last week vs […]
Pulizzi and Dalena combine for 6 tds, Warriors rout Lewisburg
October 11, 2020 | Chris Masse sungazette.com/
Sam Carson barely noticed the cast protecting his broken left hand. And honestly, he did not care about the injury. He was playing again Friday night against Lewisburg and nothing else mattered. The senior offensive lineman missed last week’s thrilling victory against Danville and that heartache hurt more than his hand. Back together with his […]
Montgomery thumps CMVT in football, 48-14, Saturday afternoon (via Masse, Wpt sun gazette)
October 11, 2020 | Chris Masse sungazette.com/
SOUTH CENTRE TOWNSHIP — Just four plays into the game Montgomery wide receiver Maurice Walters shed two would-be tacklers, turning an apparent short gain into a 12-yard third-down conversion. A series later Ben Marino dragged three defenders an extra 10 yards, setting up another touchdown. Devon Deem soon joined in, getting hit behind the line […]
Leechburg Outmaneuvers Bishop Canevin Late For 35-13 Victory @lasd_athletics @CrusadersFball
October 11, 2020 | Billy Splain
Saturday night’s Bishop Canevin-Leechburg game proved to be a see-saw battle that saw the youth movement of both schools on display. In the end, Leechburg sophomore Braylan Lovelace outdueled Canevin freshman Marquis Carter and the Blue Devils pulled away very late for a 35-13 victory. Don’t be fooled by the scoreline, however—This was a one […]
Fleetwood Defeats Schuylkill Valley 38 to 17
October 11, 2020 | Bill Snook
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STEUBENVILLE CATHOLIC CENTRAL BITES THE BULLDOGS 31-8 #BEYONDTHEKEYSTONE (OHIO) @Go_Dogs1 @OVathletics
October 10, 2020 | David Burnworth
The 2020 season has brought some unexpected locations for me to get to with today being par for the course. I made my first ever drive to Steubenville Catholic Central, to see the first-ever varsity game played at Leo Buffone Field and I am going to recommend this field to everyone, who likes seeing games […]
Freedom crushes Ellwood City 44-6 in Homecoming game @FHS Press
October 10, 2020 | Luke Snavely
On Oct. 10, the Freedom Bulldogs faced the Ellwood City Wolverines in the Bulldogs’ Homecoming game. After a great win against the Laurel Spartans on Oct. 2, the Bulldogs looked to gain another win against the Wolverines. Meanwhile, the Wolverines were looking to get their first win of the season. Before the game, Freedom senior […]
Tigers Move Streak To 85
October 10, 2020 | Dave Fegley
SCA continues to build chemistry Outside of Gavin Garcia on offense, Southern Columbia lost essentially all of its offensive production from last year’s undefeated team. The Tigers have continued their long-standing philosophy of not ‘rebuilding’ but rather ‘reloading’ which has continued to keep them at the top of the state rankings. Having to replace everyone […]
“For Whom The Bell Tolls” : Scranton Defeats West Scranton 15-0 in Annual Classic
October 10, 2020 | PFN Staff
The Scranton Knights beat city rival West Scranton 15-0 in their annual Bell game at Scranton Memorial stadium Saturday morning in front of a generous enthusiastic crowd. The Knights got the opening kick-off. QB Arvel Chandeler took command of the offense by running for the initial first down on the first drive. But […]
Blue Mountain soars high above the Blue Raiders @TASDAthletics1 @BMSDAthletics @BMSD_Football @BMEFootball @570Football @SchLeague @CoalRegionFball
October 10, 2020 | Daniel Reed
The Eagles came into last nights game losing 6 straight Schuylkill League Division 1 regular season games dating back to last season, you wouldn’t have known that though with the energy you could feel surrounding the air. Tamaqua took the opening kickoff and marched down the field only to come up short at the Eagles […]
FORT CHERRY STUNS ROCHESTER 21-19
October 10, 2020 | Mark Ross
There have been many 1st this season for Fort Cherry Head Coach Tanner Garry. But the one 1st that the young Coach will forever remember is his teams big win over the visiting Rochester Rams, who were previously unbeaten in section play. Trailing all game until mid 4th quarter Junior quarterback Maddox […]
‘Canes rout Devils, 62-6 via SHENANDOAH SENTINEL
October 10, 2020 | Billy Splain
KAYLEE LINDENMUTH / SHENANDOAH SENTINEL – Shenandoah Valley’s QB Owen Kosar looks for running room during Friday’s game against Schuylkill Haven. SHENANDOAH – The Hurricanes — specifically running back Conner Goehring — were an unstoppable force Friday night in the Glover’s Hill section of town. Schuylkill Haven visited Shenandoah Valley for week #5, and from the […]
North Schuylkill rails Marian 48-0 (via SHENANDOAH SENTINEL)
October 10, 2020 | Billy Splain
KAYLEE LINDENMUTH / SHENANDOAH SENTINEL FOUNTAIN SPRINGS – And the Spartans roll on. North Schuylkill left no doubt as to their athletic prowess in Friday night’s railing of Marian Catholic. The Colts couldn’t contain North Schuylkill’s aerial assault at the hands of Spartans QB Jake Hall. KAYLEE LINDENMUTH / SHENANDOAH SENTINEL – North Schuylkill’s #29 Josh […]
Muncy’s Defense Shines in Knocking off Northwest @NW_Rangers @coachhazlet @MuncyFootball
October 10, 2020 | Phil Myers
The Muncy Indians used a tough and tenacious defense that got better as the game wore on to thwart the Northwest Rangers 21-13 last night at Stanley F. Schuyler Memorial Stadium in Muncy. After the Rangers drove 89 yards on their initial possession to open the scoring in the first quarter, the Muncy ‘D’ didn’t […]
Scranton Prep Rips Western Wayne 48-21-Cavaliers Aerial Attack Crushes Wild Cats
October 10, 2020 | PFN Staff
Scranton Prep defeated Western Wayne 48-21 Friday night at Scranton Memorial Stadium in front of the allowed fan capacity of 1,800. In a crucial 3A encounter, the Cavaliers wasted no time, after the initial kick-off, to launch an aerial attack that would be bothersome to the Wildcats all evening. Paddy Grady (QB) threw a 26 […]
Central steals one from Clearfield with perfectly executed trick play @CentralDragonFB @obillotte14 @jeffhoenstine2 @Bison__Football
October 10, 2020 | Billy Splain
Trick plays are fun to watch, especially when they’re done to perfection. Central used two of them, a timely fourth down stop from the Dragon defense and got some key turnovers when needed to take a 25-21 win over Clearfield. Trailing by 2 with just over 2 minutes to play, Central QB/DB Jeff Hoenstine launched […]