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October 2021
Jersey Shore Rolls to 7-0 @bradyjordan09
October 9, 2021 | Tristan Klinefelter
The Jersey Shore Bulldogs and Milton Black Panthers squared off in Danville Friday night in a game where coach Gravish and the Bulldog’s offense exploded in a 62-7 victory. The leader of the Bulldogs offense was Junior receiver Cooper Peacock. Peacock managed to get the hat trick scoring three touchdowns in the game. The scoring […]
Clearfield Makes Statement in Shutting Out Trinity @Bison_Football @coachjanocko @Trinity_Hillers @trinitystc @PaBackyard
October 9, 2021 | Phil Myers
The Clearfield Bison needed to play a quality opponent to get a gauge on how good they are. The Trinity Hillers, a 4A school from the WPIAL, was that opponent. Clearfield did its best imitation of a boa constrictor as they slowly squeezed the life out of the Hillers in coming away with a 30-0 […]
Cocalico beats Conestoga Valley to improve to 4-3 on the year
October 9, 2021 | Pat Weider
Head Coach Bryan Strohl of Cocalico addresses his team after the victory Friday night. Cocalico beat Conestoga Valley in a back and forth battle 46-28 win Friday night to improve to 4-3 (2-0 in section play) and Conestoga Valley dropped to 3-4 (1-1 in section play). Both offenses had big nights, but the rushing […]
Thomas Jefferson Gets Back on Track with 42-3 Win at Laurel Highlands
October 9, 2021 | Nate Grella
By Collin Rhodes The Thomas Jefferson Jaguars visited the Laurel Highlands Mustangs Oct. 8 in a matchup that saw both teams entering the game after suffering a loss to Belle Vernon. Thomas Jefferson lost on Sept. 24 before their bye week, and Laurel Highlands lost Oct. 1. The game was expected to be a good […]
Carmichaels Pound Greyhounds in Lightning Shortened Game 40-6 @CarmichaelsFB
October 9, 2021 | Nate Grella
Going into Friday night’s matchup between Carmichaels and Monessen, the Mighty Mikes heard the doubters from across the county following last week’s disappointing 21 point loss to West Greene. After a week of criticisms and noise, the Mikes were eager to put their best foot forward against a surging Monessen squad, and they certainly footed […]
Red Raiders edge out Whippets in a 31-28 comeback win @football_cville @footballdwest @thehistoryDtown
October 9, 2021 | Kameron Hammond
In sports, fans all love a good rivalry game. Whether it be between a favorite team, Alma mater or personal preference, Downingtown West and Coatesville played a game that will be remembered for some time. Coming into the game, Coatesville was the clear cut favorite to win, after blowing out Oxford 50-20 last Friday to […]
Mechanicsburg Hangs on for 28-24 Victory @GoMechanicsburg @GCASDAthletics
October 9, 2021 | Patrick Grill
The Mechanicsburg Wildcats hung on, after a late touchdown and onside kick recovery by Greencastle-Antrim, to win 28-24 in a Mid-Penn Colonial Division matchup. After Greencastle-Antrim jumped out to an early 10-0 lead in the 2nd Quarter behind a 24-yd touchdown pass from Junior QB Andrew Kerns, Mechanicsburg’s Jeff Lougee got the Wildcats on the […]
North Schuylkill Powers Way to Derail Notre Dame Green Pond in Dominating Fashion. @NSAthletics1 @NDGP_FOOTBALL
October 9, 2021 | Brian "Hollywood" Ptashinski
What was to be a showcase between two state-ranked teams in 3A turned out to be a one-sided affair. By Brian Ptashinski @BPtashinski on Twitter BETHLEHEM TWP- The North Schuylkill Spartans and the Crusaders of Notre Dame Green Pond are no strangers to each other on the football field. They usually meet in the District […]
Westinghouse outguns Butler @WHCoachGreen @GTFBoosters @GTathletics1
October 9, 2021 | Shane Lux
Butler – Westinghouse remained undefeated after a thrilling 44-34 victory over Butler Friday night at Art Bernardi Stadium. “This win is great and feels really good,” said Westinghouse head coach Donta Green. “This was a rough week. We had a tough game on Monday. But this was a good step for our program and an […]
Surviving the Shootout: Wolves Pull Ahead Over Lions in Chaotic 70-36 Win
October 8, 2021 | Luke Rainey
ARMAGH–It has been four weeks since the Wolves have celebrated a victory on the football field, but it was well-earned Friday night. After missing their second game against River Valley due to issues related to COVID-19, the Wolves moved to 2-0 in Week 3 before suffering two consecutive losses. They were to play the Colts […]
Bishop Guilfoyle @BGMarauderFball at Chestnut Ridge
October 8, 2021 | Ian Bennett
The BG Marauders lost their Friday night game against Chestnut Ridge, falling to 4-3 on the season. A tough loss for the Marauders, losing by a score of 41-22. The offense was stagnant all night, however RB/FB Drew Abraham had a few splash plays, with multiple long first down […]
Dayton Northridge Polar Bears take down Troy Christian Eagles 28-14 @nrpolarbears @TroyChristianSc @dayton247now
October 8, 2021 | contributor
Last night I made my 2nd trip to Northridge High School in Dayton to see for the first time Troy Christian play against Dayton Northridge. The game turned out to be a very competitive game even though the Eagles only dress 25 players if my headcount was accurate. The first quarter was highlighted by a […]
WPIAL Zone Presents: AJ’s Elite Eight Week 6 by @AJWPIAL
October 8, 2021 | Andrew Schaffer
AAAAAA: 1- Central Catholic (5-1)- @ (2) Mt. Lebanon 7pm 2- Mt. Lebanon (6-0)- (1) Central Catholic 7pm 3- North Allegheny (4-2)- Norwin 7:30pm 4- Seneca Valley (4-2)- (5) Canon Mac 7:30pm 5- Canon Mac (4-2)- @ (4) Seneca Valley 7:30pm AAAAA: 1- Moon (6-0)- @ (7) Peters Township 7pm 2- Pine Richland (3-3)- Shaler […]
Union/A-C Valley rallies past Keystone @UHSACV_Football @KeystoneFball @rsmithcomptech
October 8, 2021 | Shane Lux
Knox – Union/ACV outscored Keystone 20-6 in the second half and rallied past the Panthers 26-24 Thursday night at Keystone High School. “We dug ourselves a big hole tonight,” said Union/ACV head coach Brad Dittman. “We had five turnovers tonight which is hard to come back from. Our kids stepped up in that second half […]
Stingers fall to Cambria Heights
October 7, 2021 | Nick Pacconi
Stingers fall to Cambria Heights MARION CENTER- The Stingers fall to 2-4, after a loss to Cambria Heights 36-18. This is their fourth loss in a row. The Highlanders started the scoring game off on a keep by junior quarterback Ty Stockley with 4:30, in the first quarter; the extra point was good […]
Conversation with Coach – Stan Dakosty, Marian Catholic @CoachOG @MarianColtsFB @Coach_Dakosty
October 7, 2021 | Phil Myers
The 1990 State Champs There is nothing like Friday night high school football in coal country. The community excitement, the huge crowd nearly filling the stadium, the passion of the players playing in front of so many people, the anxious anticipation of coaches hoping for a good showing of their squad, and so on. One […]
Protime Predictions Week 6, 2021
October 7, 2021 | Phil Myers
Protime wants to know if his readers ever saw the Tim Conway-Harvey Korman dentist skit on the old Carol Burnett show. If some of you players, fans, and coaches have never seen it, Google it. Protime thinks you will not be disappointed and you’ll laugh hysterically and want to show it to your friends. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IUSM4EKcRI […]
PFN PRESENTS! The STATE of PA Football! Live From Dom’s Pizza in Trafford PA!!
October 6, 2021 | Billy Splain
Join hosts Billy Splain and AJ Schaffer as they discuss week five and take a look into week six!. Special guests include players and coaches from Penn-Trafford, East Allegheny, Gateway and Norwin!
CATASUAQUA WINS DEFENSIVE BATTLE 14-6
October 6, 2021 | Dave Druckenmiller
At Whitehall High School Mahanoy Area gave it all it could in this defensive struggle. Ben Manley played quarterback and then running back. He amassed 120 yards on 21 carries and had an 8-yards touchdown run. He also was dominant on defense from his linebacker position. But it was not enough as the Rough Riders […]
EPC WEEK #6- THE DUST IS SETTLING
October 6, 2021 | Dave Druckenmiller
Northampton storms back after having -5 yards of total offense at the half to beat East Stroudsburg South. Parkland, Emmaus, and Bethlehem Freedom are now the favorites in the South. Northampton 21, East Stroudsburg South 20 Northampton storms back from a 20-0 deficit to beat East Stroudsburg South 21 to 20. It was a 37-yard […]
Kotsko’s View, Wyoming Valley Conference -Week 7
October 6, 2021 | John Kotsko
As I look at the standings in District 2, I’m actually amazed that we can end up with below .500 teams in the playoffs. Seems to be the norm since the expansion to six classifications in 2016. I hear this quite a bit “Playoff teams should have a .500 record.” As much as I agree, […]
Around District 11 We Go: The Travels of Guy & Pam Quest: D11 (Week 6)
October 6, 2021 | Guy Smith
Around District 11 We Go: The Travels of Guy & Pam Guy and Pam are PA high school football fans. We are not affiliated with any team Quest: D11 (Week 6) After the Bethlehem Liberty Hurricanes game on Saturday night at the BASD Stadium, we had seen over half the schools in District 11 play […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 6 Preview: What Color Were the Belle Vernon Alternates? @NathanGrella @JeremiahMiller0
October 6, 2021 | Nate Grella
In the Week 6 Preview, Nathan and Jeremiah discuss what they thought of the new Belle Vernon alternates and argue about what color they actually were. Also included are some bold picks against the spread, and full previews of the big 5A Moon-Peters Township matchup and Carmichaels hosting Monessen. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Follow Us on Twitter! […]
Hollywood’s Cutting Room Floor-Colonial League Edition
October 5, 2021 | Brian "Hollywood" Ptashinski
A Review of Week Six and a Preview of Week Seven Featuring Colonial Teams/ By Brian Ptashinski @BPtashinski on Twitter What was to be the marquis match-up between undefeated Northwestern Lehigh and Wilson Area Saturday afternoon culminated the weekend of high school football in the Schuylkill/Colonial League. The game turned out to be a one-sided […]
BackyardPAFootball Podcast: Week 5 Review: It’s (UStC) Panther Season @NathanGrella @JeremiahMiller0
October 5, 2021 | Nate Grella
Nathan and Jeremiah are back in the studio together and recap Week 5 action. Included is a full recap of the West Greene-Carmichaels Showdown, and Upper St. Clair’s BIG upset over Peters Township. Also included is a discussion of Laurel Highlands and their hopes to make the playoffs in 4A and possible 1A Playoff opponents. […]
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