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December 2024
Three Days at the Chap – A Review of the Games and More – Year Three (2024)
December 12, 2024 | Phil Myers
Last weekend at Chapman Field in Mechanicsburg, home of the Cumberland Valley Eagles, we saw some of the best high school football in the 37 years the PIAA has been holding football state title games. There were six teams that had never played in the championship game before and two more who had chalked up […]
Warwick coaching position available
December 12, 2024 | Billy Splain
We are seeking a Varsity Assistant Coach to join our program. Experience coaching Special Teams is preferred, but not necessary. Interested applicants should email resume and letter of interest to HC, Bob Locker at blocker@warwicksd.org, and Earl Hazel at ehazel@warwicksd.org
Bishop McDevitt QB Stone Saunders is the 2024 Maxpreps player of the year
December 12, 2024 | Billy Splain
Each year since 2006, MaxPreps has recognized outstanding performers in high school football. America’s source for high school sports continues the tradition to close out the 2024 season by naming the top player in each state. Selections are based on team success and individual excellence in addition to local and state accolades. For the second […]
Hittin’ The Road With Travelin’ Matt – State Finals
December 12, 2024 | Matt Herring
Each week Travelin’ Matt traverses Pennsylvania attending the hottest high school football games and best match ups in the Commonwealth. Follow his exploits each week as he documents his journey from Week 0 to the Pennsylvania State Football Finals! Thursday, December 5 1A #1 Bishop Guilfoyle (14-1) vs. 1A #2 Port Allegany (14-0) 4A […]
2024 PFN Pennsylvania High School Football Rankings: The final edition.
December 10, 2024 | Billy Splain
What a year it was! We had some surprise teams and we had some teams that did what was expected. Congratulations to ALL teams. Ranking 6A Record 1 St. Joseph’s Prep (12) 11-2 2 LaSalle (12) 11-2 3 PCC (7) 12-3 4 Harrisburg (3) 11-3 5 Downingtown West (1) 13-2 6 State College (6) 11-2 […]
Central Catholic St. Joseph’s Prep Game Highlight Reel
December 8, 2024 | Shane Lux
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St Joseph’s Preps Grounds and Pounds It’s Way to Three Peat
December 8, 2024 | Willie McGonigle
MECHANICSBURG When you have been as successful as the St Joseph Prep Hawks have been you tend to know what helps you find success. Stellar offensive line play is the one constant for the Hawks during their latest dynasty. Saturday night was no difference behind the offensive line consisting of Sean Molley, Kahaul Stewart, Jake […]
Northwestern Lehigh Completes Perfect Season with OT Victory over Avonworth
December 8, 2024 | Cody Brady
Tucker Wessner was surely smiling down on his teammates and Northwestern Lehigh fans, as the Tigers overcame a late surge by Avonworth, winning an overtime thriller 36-33. “We know he’s been with us this whole season, keeping us injury-free, helping us in some games like this. Especially in that overtime period, he was with us,” […]
6A Championship: St. Joseph’s Prep defeats Pittsburgh Central Catholic 35-6 (Photo Gallery)
December 8, 2024 | Ryan Scipio
St. Joseph’s Prep defeats Pittsburgh Central Catholic 35-6 FULL ARTICLE HERE Highlight Reel https://x.com/ScipScip
Penn State Loses BIG 10 Championship to Oregon
December 8, 2024 | Mason Eddinger
Photo Credit: AP (Daron Cummings) For the first time since 2016, Penn State entered the matchup with Oregon looking to win the BIG 10 title game. Oregon’s offense was simply too much for this Penn State defense, and it was evident all game. Entering this matchup, the most points Penn State has allowed in a […]
Central Catholic Drops 6A Final To St. Joseph’s Prep
December 8, 2024 | Shane Lux
Mechanicsburg – St. Joe’s Prep jumped out to a 21-0 first-quarter lead en route to a 35-6 victory over Central Catholic to win their third consecutive 6A state title. The Vikings couldn’t overcome a slow start and the Hawks’ defense, seeing their 12-game winning streak snapped in the state final. “I’m really proud of our […]
History in the making: Northwestern wins classic thriller in overtime over Avonworth to capture PIAA gold
December 7, 2024 | Brian "Hollywood" Ptashinski
Northwestern Lehigh football team completes the trifecta this fall in a historic run to the school’s third championship this fall. MECHANICSBURG- 71-0! that was the combined record of the Northwestern Lehigh Tigers boy’s and girls soccer teams along with their football squad coming into Saturday’s afternoon 3A championship contest with District 7 champion Avonworth Antelopes […]
Ohio: Ironton Wins First State Title Since 1989, Beats Liberty Center 28-17 in Wild Finish (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 7, 2024 | Sykotyk
Shaun Terry put on an absolute clinic Saturday night, leading the Ironton Fighting Tigers to a hard-fought 28-17 victory over the Liberty Center Tigers. Terry’s electrifying performance earned him MVP honors, as he amassed over 200 receiving and rushing yards and scored three touchdowns. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams showcasing offensive […]
3A Championship: Northwestern Lehigh Defeats Avonworth 36-33 (Photo Gallery)
December 7, 2024 | Ryan Scipio
Northwestern Lehigh Defeats Avonworth 36-33 FULL ARTICLE HERE https://x.com/ScipScip
Northwestern Lehigh vs. Avonworth Game Highlight Reel
December 7, 2024 | Shane Lux
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Avonworth’s valiant effort falls short in OT thriller loss to Northwestern Lehigh
December 7, 2024 | Jared Samuel
The Avonworth Antelopes came into their state title appearance with a 12-3 record. If you look more closely, their losses were to 4A powers Aliquippa and Thomas Jefferson and then there was the loss to Beaver on the last week of the regular season. Then came the playoffs, which saw the Antelopes get big revenge […]
Ohio: Coldwater clocks Kirtland, in 31-7 victory to win Division VI Championship (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 7, 2024 | Sykotyk
The Coldwater Cavaliers showcased a potent offensive attack and a stifling defense en route to a convincing victory over the Kirtland Hornets. While the final score wasn’t overly reflective of the game’s dominance, the Cavaliers’ superior field position and big-play ability proved too much for the Hornets to overcome. The Cavaliers’ first drive stalled after […]
Ohio: Olentangy Liberty Wins First State Championship in Football, 28-14 over Archbishop Moeller (PHOTO GALLERY)
December 7, 2024 | Sykotyk
Olentangy Liberty’s Patriots took flight Friday night, defeating the Archbishop Moeller Crusaders in a hard-fought contest marked by big plays and turnovers. While the final score wasn’t a blowout, Liberty’s explosive offense, spearheaded by quarterback Andrew Leonard and receiver Christian Moulton, proved too much for Moeller to overcome. The game opened with Liberty throwing an […]
Troy hangs on to win first State Title in Program History!
December 7, 2024 | Lindsey Bennett
(Video Recap) It was an instant classic that went down at 1pm December 6th, 2024, in Cumberland Valley’s Chapman Field the 2 best 2A teams in the State faced off and WOW! (Click Link Below for Video Recap)
Troy Brings First State Title to Northern Tier League in Thrilling Fashion
December 7, 2024 | Cody Brady
A game full of wild bounces, near misses, a couple of mistakes, and numerous incredible plays went the way of Troy on Friday afternoon. As the snow showered down, Troy emerged victorious, 25-24 over Central Clarion, in a game that came down to the final seconds. Central Clarion began with a golden opportunity, as Troy […]
Bishop McDevitt Roman Catholic Game Highlight Reel
December 7, 2024 | Shane Lux
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Roman Catholic Loses Heartbreaker to Bishop McDevitt in Overtime 34-31
December 7, 2024 | Phil Myers
The Roman Catholic Cahillites battled back from a 21-3 deficit early in the third quarter to eventually take a 31-28 lead on a pick six half way through the fourth quarter only to lose the game in overtime on an apparent tipped field goal that just made it over the crossbar by inches. It was […]
5A Championship: Bishop McDevitt Defeats Roman Catholic 34-31 OT (Photo Gallery)
December 7, 2024 | Ryan Scipio
Bishop McDevitt Defeats Roman Catholic 34-31 OT (Photo Gallery) An exciting game tonight that wanted some extra time to be decided! In the end Bishop McDevitt Kicker Aiden Grella kicked a 22-yard field goal in the first OT after a missed kick by Roman Catholic to win the Championship! FULL ARTICLE HERE https://x.com/ScipScip
