PA Football News Archives
August 2020
2020 Player Profile: T.J. Wagner, Nativity B.V.M @TJWagner9 @coachmason4 @nbvmathletics
August 23, 2020 | Billy Splain
T.J. Wagner Nativity B.V.M TE DE LS Jersey # 81 HT/WT * 6’6” 215 2019 Stats: 74 tackles led the team Twitter @TJWagner9 2019 class 1a all eastern/PAfootball Honorable mention 2019 Eastern/PA football Bronze team 2018 Eastern/PA football Bronze team Why do you play football? I used to play soccer when I was little. Played […]
Central Clarion reveals new uniforms @LarryWiser
August 22, 2020 | David McClaine
Senior Gridders Unveil Central Clarion Wildcats’ Uniforms Wildcat Seniors wearing brand new uniforms (L-R) #83 Anthony Slike (C-L), #75 Patrick Gulnak (C-L), #60 Logan Lerch (CA), #8 Calvin German (CA), #28 Keidon Smith (C-L), #7 Jason Ganoe (C-L), #11 Kyle Bottaro (C-L), #17 Ethan Burford (CA), #51 Jordan McCord-Wolbert (NC), #21 Cutter Boggess (CA), #44 […]
2020 Player Profile: Andrew Fuller – Susquehannock @Affuller06 @SuskyFootball @WarriorsSHS
August 22, 2020 | Billy Splain
Andrew Fuller Susquehannock High School Class of: 2021 WR/DB Jersey # 1 Ht: 6’0 Wt: 165 Other sports: Wrestling Twitter: @Affuller06 Why do you play football? So I can prove to everyone that I am the best athlete at whatever sport you put me in and at any position. I have more talent than any […]
2020 PFN Player Preview: Trent Cavanaugh, Bentworth, @PABackyard @TrentCav30 @BentworthHigh
August 22, 2020 | Nate Grella
Trent Cavanaugh Bentworth Class of 2021 Position(s): RB, LB Height: 5’10” Weight: 200 Twitter: @TrentCav30 Why did you choose football? I chose football because when I was little, I always wanted to grow up to be just like my dad. So one day I asked him if he played football when he was young and […]
2020 Player Profile: Stephen Ripka – Penns Valley @StephenRipka
August 22, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Stephen Ripka Year: 2021 Penns Valley Area High School WR/DB Jersey #: 24 Ht: 6’2 Wt: 180 Other Sports: Basketball 2019 Stats: 32 catches 718 yards and 12 touchdowns Awards: 1st team all-conference specialist and second-team receiver. Twitter: @StephenRipka Why do you play football? I play football because I think it’s fun and it’s a […]
PIAA says fall sports will start Monday, August 24
August 21, 2020 | Billy Splain
In a highly anticipated meeting of the PIAA Board meeting, the PIAA made it short and sweet: Motion to continue with fall sports and motion was seconded and the vote went 25-5 with two board members missing from today’s meeting. Those who voted no: LeeAnn Wentzel – School Administrator rep, Jon Bauer – Pennsylvania Principals rep; […]
2020 Player Profile: Scott Cummings – West Chester East @scottcummings_8 @WCEastFootball
August 21, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Scott Cummings Year: 2021 West Chester East High School TE/DE Jersey # 8 Ht: 6’5 Wt: 245 Other sports: Basketball Why do you play football? Scott: I play football because it’s very competitive and such a team sport. Football has given me my best friends and great role models. What has been your best memory […]
2020 Player Profile: Gabe Davis – Minersville @GabeDavis1042 @MinersFB @shayne_schafer
August 21, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Gabe Davis Year: 2021 Minersville Area Junior/Senior High School WR/DB Jersey # 10 Ht: 6’2 Wt: 185 2019 Stats: 65 catches 1,041 yards and 10 touchdowns Awards: PA Football Writers AA All-State First Team WR, PA Football News Coaches Select AA All-State Second Team WR, easternrpafootball.com AA All-state First Team WR, Schuylkill League Football All-league […]
2020 Player Profile: Dade Splain – Williamsport @DadeSplain @CoachMcCabeOL @CoachChuckCrews @Millionaire_FB
August 21, 2020 | Billy Splain
Dade Splain Williamsport Area High School Class of: 2022 Defensive Tackle/Center Jersey # 52 Ht: 6’4Wt: 260 6’4 Other sports: Wrestling and track Awards: 9th grade MVP Twitter @DadeSplaini Why do you play football? Dade: Because of the discipline, teamwork, and toughness that you gain by playing it. Who is your favorite sports star and […]
2020 Player Profile: Tyson Brophy, Trinity Hillers @trinitystc @TysonBrophy @Trinity_Hillers
August 20, 2020 | Billy Splain
Tyson Brophy 2021 Trinity Defensive Tackle / Offensive Guard Jersey #54 Ht- 6’1” Wt- 270 Other Sports: Wrestling- (2x WPIAL Qualifier) 1st Team All Conference DT, Observer-Reporter All District DT, Bill Fralic Award Nominee, Trinity Defensive Player of the Year. Why do you play football? I love the team aspect of football. I also wrestle […]
2020 PFN Player Profile: Manny Allen, Pottsgrove @Manny62Allen @PGFalconsFB
August 20, 2020 | Willie McGonigle
Emmanuel “Manny” Allen Pottsgrove High School Height: 6’1” Weight: 245 Position(s): left guard/nose guard Twitter: @Manny62Allen Potential Major in College: Physical Science / Forensics What made you choose football? I chose football because of my father who played and my Aunt Kim’s love of the game. What’s your favorite football memory? Getting an interception […]
2020 Team Preview: The Mechanicsburg Wildcats @GoMechanicsburg
August 20, 2020 | Billy Splain
Mechanicsburg Wildcats Head Coach Anthony Rose Assistant Coaches Gary Cottingham, Clay McAllister, Kirk Bordlemay, Jeff Costello, Mike Berry, Mike Glinatsis, Scott Livingston, Ken Smith, Josh Hinkle, Joe Crocenzi 2019 Season Record 6-5 (Including playoffs) 2020 Tentative Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 09-11 vs. Red Land (0-0) * 7:00 pm 09-18 @ Northern York (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-25 vs. West Perry (0-0) […]
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August 20, 2020 | Nate Grella
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2020 Team Preview: The Berks Catholic Saints @WeAreBC55
August 20, 2020 | Billy Splain
Berks Catholic Saints Head Coach Rick Keeley Assistant Coaches Phil Bennethum, Chama Carwll, Terry Derr, Jasen Esposito, Bill Hess, Jake Latchum, Keith Leamer, Dave Stahler, Alex Swavely, Kevin Wright 2019 Season Record 8-5 2020 Schedule DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 09-18 vs. Allentown Central Catholic (0-0) Forino Sports Complex 7:00 pm 09-25 @ Roman Catholic (0-0) 7:00 pm 10-02 vs. Daniel […]
2020 PFN PLAYER PROFILE: CLAUDE GODINEAUX, CEDAR CLIFF @CedarCliff_AD @claudegodineux
August 20, 2020 | Phil Myers
Claude Godineaux Cedar Cliff High School 2022 Height: 6’2″ Weight: 305 Position: OT/DT Twitter: @claudegodineux Your nickname, if you have one you’d like to share: Roast Siblings (# brothers and # sisters): 2 brothers College Major (if decided): not sure yet Favorite subject in school: science Any team goals for the upcoming 2020 football season: […]
2020 Team Preview: The Mt. Carmel Area Red Tornadoes @GOBIGRED19 @GregSacavage @MattKelleyMCA75
August 19, 2020 | Billy Splain
Mt. Carmel Area Red Tornadoes Head Coach John Darrah Assistant Coaches Bob Veach, Sr. Jordan Marlow Rob Varano Mike Higgins Bill Joraskie Mike Gilger Mike Scicchitano 2019 Season Record 10-3 2020 Schedule (could change check back) DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 09-11 vs. Shikellamy (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-18 @ Montoursville (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-25 vs. Southern Columbia (0-0) * 7:00 pm 10-02 […]
2020 Team Preview: The Nativity Green Wave @coachmason4 @nbvmathletics @TJWagner9
August 19, 2020 | Billy Splain
Nativity Green Wave Head Coach Pat Mason Assistant Coaches Josh Muldowney Mike Downey Jarrad Brennan Kevin Putalavage Ken Miller Joe Winter Joe Brennan Chris Sanchez Greg Koperna Joe Opolsky Tyler Jenkins Shawn Delaney 2019 Season Record 6-5 2020 Schedule (will change, check back) DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 09-04 vs. Kutztown (0-0) 7:00 pm 09-11 @ Morrisville (0-0) Robert Morris […]
2020 Team Preview: The Mercer Mustangs @SteveHoover7 @CoachDon_King
August 19, 2020 | Billy Splain
Mercer Mustangs Head Coach Jeff Lockard Assistant Coaches Rob Kennis Derek DeGraaf Don King Mike Applegarth Jason Reece Brenton Kaster 2019 Season Record 4-5 2020 Schedule (will change, check back) DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME/SCORE 09-11 @ Reynolds (0-0) * Reynolds HS Football Stadium 7:00 pm 09-18 vs. West Middlesex (0-0) * Mercer Field 7:00 pm 09-25 @ Maplewood (0-0) Maplewood Stadium […]
2020 Player Profile: Zavier Atkins – St. Joseph’s Prep @zavieratkins18 @SJPREP @SJPrep_Football @SJPrep_Sports
August 19, 2020 | Tristan Klinefelter
Zavier Atkins Year: 2021 St. Joseph’s Preparatory School DB/P/ATH Jersey # 18 Ht: 5’10 Wt: 190 Other Sports: Track Why do you play football? Zavier: I play football because it provides me with an opportunity to set up my future meaning get to college for free so I can get a great education and my […]
2020 Player Profile: Davey Loyd – Hershey High @LoydDavey @HersheyFootball
August 19, 2020 | Billy Splain
Davey Loyd Hershey High School Class of: 2021 WR/DB Ht: 6’0 Wt: 180 Jersey # 6 2019 Stats: 750 receiving yards and 50 receptions. Awards: first team all preseason for mid-Penn, 2nd team all mid-Penn in 2020, both for offense Other sports: Basketball and volleyball Twitter: @LoydDavey Who is your favorite sports star and why? Davey: […]
Klayton willoughby Mount Union @klayton09562843 @RTurnerBigWhite
August 19, 2020 | Billy Splain
Klayton willoughby Mount Union 2021 Rb/lb Jersey # 36 HT/WT 5”9 190 Other sports you play Baseball Defensive mvp Twitter @klayton09562843 Why do you play football? Being with my team and I love to hit Who is your favorite sports star and why? Jerome bettis because that’s why I wear 36 Do you have […]
Easton RB makes his choice of college, will head to the deep south after high school to play for Louisiana Monroe @nahjeeadams_ @EastonFootball @ULM_FB
August 18, 2020 | Billy Splain
It isn’t often that we see a southern team take PA talent away from the Keystone State. Last year, Georgia Southern picked up a couple in Sean Pelkisson and Marques Trent. But with a familiarity of the PA football landscape, anything is possible. Louisiana Monroe Defensive Asst/Linebacker coach Patrick Miller hails from the east side […]
Lombardi tells PA Athletic Oversight Committee that PIAA intends to move forward with fall sports.
August 18, 2020 | Billy Splain
Today the PA Athletic Oversight Committee heard testimony from several panels on the issue of why fall sports should continue. PIAA Executive Director Dr. Bob Lombardi got things rolling with a report about the PIAA activities and the difficulties they have been met with. He continued: “The PIAA Sports medicine advisory committee issued the […]
Dr. Levine says that there will be no mandate to shut down fall sports
August 18, 2020 | Billy Splain
Today during a press conference to introduce the new tracking app, the question of the future of fall sports came up. When asked whether there would be a mandatory shut down if the PIAA goes forward with recommending fall sports during their scheduled meeting this Friday, state Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine said “The governor […]
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