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Gold Triumphs Over Blue In University of Pittsburgh Spring Game 17-10

April 14, 2024  |  

The University of Pittsburgh held its annual Blue and Gold spring game yesterday. It’s a significant day for Pitt, offering a glimpse into a Kade Bell-style offense. However, with a new offense comes growing pains, which were evident. Nevertheless, the players maintained a positive attitude, matching the defense’s speed and physicality. Fast and physical play […]

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PSAC will need another team. Mercyhurst heading to Division 1

April 4, 2024  |  

The Lakers are leaving the PSAC (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference) and will join the NEC (NorthEast Conference) and play teams such as Duquesne, Stonehill, Merrimack and LIU for football. “Today marks a watershed moment for Mercyhurst University, amplifying our commitment to excellence in all that we do,” said Mercyhurst President Kathleen A. Getz, Ph.D. “In […]

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Philadelphia Public League Stars announce their college decisions on NLI Day

February 8, 2024  |  

The undefeated 5A State champions Imhotep Charter lead the way yesterday with 13 of their seniors signing/committing to various universities across the area. Leading the way yesterday was Sr. QB Mikal Davis who flipped from his Army commitment to Delaware State University in Dover, DE. Mikal coming off all-state honors will get to stay close […]

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Speed and Skill Round out Pitt’s Recruiting Class of 2024

February 8, 2024  |  

The University of Pittsburgh welcomed two fresh Panthers, both joining the offensive lineup.  These individuals possess remarkable speed and adeptness in finding openings and generating space. These are two skill sets that will work well in the type of quick-strike offense Kade Bell likes to use. Malachi Thomas, a formidable 6’4, 230-pound tight end from […]

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University of Pittsburgh Utilizes Transfer Portal to Fill Key Positions

January 13, 2024  |  

Pitt Football joyfully introduced 19 new signees on National Signing Day. Furthermore, they have successfully recruited the talents of 10 notable transfers, including a standout quarterback from the previous year’s high school class. Kade Bell, the new offensive coordinator, has now found the pieces he needed to tailor his fast-paced offense. Pitt kicks off the […]

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West Chester University hires Duke Greco as it’s next Head Coach

January 10, 2024  |  

Duke Greco for the last 10 seasons has been the leader of the Delaware Valley University football program. Today he put his resignation in as Head Coach and formally accepted the offer to become the head coach at local Division 2 program West Chester University. Duke leaves Delaware Valley with a 91-15 record, six NCAA […]

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Bloomsburg Legendary Coach Danny Hale inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame

January 8, 2024  |  

Danny Hales a legendary coach at both West Chester University and Bloomsburg University has been inducted by the NFL network into the 2024 class for the College Football Hall of Fame. Coach Hale began his head coaching career in 1984 at his alma mata West Chester University where he twice won PSAC East titles and […]

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Defensive Star for Avonworth signs Letter of Intent

December 22, 2023  |  

Brandon Biagiarelli of the Avonworth Antelopes signed a letter of intent to play at Bucknell Univertsity. BIG congratulations to Brandon Biagiarelli on signing his NLI to continue his academic and football career at Bucknell University. We cannot wait to see you compete at the next level, Brandon! #LopesUp #LetsGoLopes pic.twitter.com/72I1D4VVuK — Avonworth Athletics (@AvonworthA) December […]

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Seven PA players led by 2 state champs gives Pitt Football a promising 2024 recruitment class

December 21, 2023  |  

Pitt football entered National Signing Day with 19 verbal commitments and accomplished a remarkable feat by securing all 19 commitments, which included a mix of highly touted 4-star prospects and promising three-star talents. This successful recruiting effort underscores Pitt’s ability to attract and retain a diverse range of skilled players, setting a strong foundation for […]

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Four Central Catholic Vikings sign their letter of intent

December 20, 2023  |  

Cental Catholic’s Payton Wehner, Peter Gonzalez, Ty Yuhas, and Anthony Speca  signed their NLI’s to play D1 College football today.   Wehner signed to Saint Francis University.  Wehner had other offers to play at Cal, The Citidel, and Mercyhurst. Wehner finished the season with a 69% completion percentage, 2,940 passing yards, and 36 TDs.  Wehner […]

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The Kutztown Golden Bears (12-2) move on in the 2023 NCAA Division II quarterfinal playoffs after defeating Slippery Rock (12-2) at Mihalik- Thompson Stadium 28-16 (Gallery)

December 3, 2023  |  

2 Pennsylvania University football teams squared off in a cross-state matchup to see who would advance in the NCAA Division II playoffs and a trip to the semi-finals to take on the Orediggers of the Colorado School of Mines (13-0) in Golden, CO. at Marv Kay Stadium on Dec. 9th.  

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The Grove City Wolverines lose a heartbreaker in the 4th to the Cortland Red Dragons in the 2nd round of the 2023 Division III Playoffs 24-25 (Gallery)

November 26, 2023  |  

In an Epic battle down to the wire finish, the Wolverines of Grove City fall short with 9 seconds left in an effort to advance in the NCAA Division III Playoffs.

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District 12 College Football Players in the NCAA Division II & III Playoffs

November 17, 2023  |  

The following players from District 12 playing at the Division II & Division III levels are heading to the playoffs as both division playoff brackets were revealed Sunday evening. At the Division 2 level there are 3 schools that currently have D12 and Inter-Ac players on the roster participating in the playoffs: Slippery Rock: Earned the […]

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Pitt Felt the Senior Night Magic with a 24-16 Win over Boston College

November 17, 2023  |  

For the third time this season, the Pitt Panthers executed a quarterback switch, inserting redshirted sophomore Nate Yarnell into the game. The Boston College Eagles initiated the scoring with a 42-yard field goal from Liam Connor, putting them ahead 3-0. Pitt quickly responded, leveling the score at 3 points each with a 42-yard field goal […]

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PSAC 2023 Week 11 in Review

November 12, 2023  |  

Kutztown 31 Slippery Rock 7 Bears running back Darryl Davis-McNeil rushed for 146 yards with two touchdowns and quarterback Judd Novak threw for 137 yards and two touchdowns as Kutztown pulled off the upset of 4th ranked Slippery Rock to win the PSAC Championship. The Bears defense picked off three passes in the victory. The […]

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IUP Crimson Hawks Win it 31-0 Against Bloomsburg Huskies

November 12, 2023  |  

Darius Bruce and Jay Holmes established sacks for IUP in the first quarter. Quinn Zinobile receives a 3 yard touchdown pass from Karst Hunter on a 7 play 41 yard drive, putting IUP ahead 7-0. Bloomsburg tries a field goal but fumbles the snap and IUP recovers. Adam Houser leads IUP on an eight-play, 65-yard drive in the […]

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W&J College Hangs On 33-28 Over Waynesburg University

November 11, 2023  |  

On Saturday afternoon, the Washington and Jefferson Presidents defeated the Waynesburg Yellow Jackets by a score of 33-28. In the three matchups prior, W&J had outscored Waynesburg 177-0, but Waynesburg was able to stay in this game until the end. Both teams turned the ball over on their very first play from scrimmage. W&J received […]

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The Lock Haven Bald Eagles (5-5) travel to Shippensburg and defeat the Raiders (2-8) on Homecoming weekend (21-7) (Gallery)

November 5, 2023  |  

Saturday afternoon’s win came with a balanced attack by the Eagles, and it marked an 18-game losing streak to the Shippensburg Raiders dating back to 2002, the Eagles with their 1st 5-win season in 41yrs at (5-5) look to clinch a winning season next Saturday when they take on the Fighting Scots of Edinboro in […]

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2023 Week 10 PSAC In Review

November 5, 2023  |  

Shepherd 44 East Stroudsburg 17 Rams quarterback Seth Morgan threw three touchdown passes and Malakai Brown rushed for 148 yards and one touchdown as Shepherd defeated East Stroudsburg. Warriors quarterback Aaron Tobias threw for 126 yards and two touchdowns to Tyriq Lewis and Randy Fizer. Slippery Rock 56 Edinboro 18 The Rock’s Brayden Long threw […]

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Pittsburgh’s Offensive Struggles Led to Loss Against Ranked 4 Florida State 24-7 (Photo Gallery)

November 5, 2023  |  

If you enjoy watching fast-paced defenses on the field, this game was tailor-made for you. It wasn’t until the middle of the second quarter that the first points were scored. The Panthers struck first with a 9-yard reception by Bub Means, making it 7-0 in favor of Pitt. However, the Seminoles responded quickly with a […]

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Slippery Rock takes care of business on Senior Day against the visiting Golden Eagles of Clarion 42-14 (Gallery)

October 29, 2023  |  

There was no Trick or Treat waiting for the Clarion University Golden Eagles & the 47-mile ride on I-80 west to take on undefeated Slippery Rock University on a Fall Halloween weekend Saturday afternoon game at Mihalik-Thompson Stadium. The Rock just kept a rollin to a (9-0) record & clinch their 5th straight Pennsylvania State […]

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2023 Week 9 PSAC Week In Review

October 29, 2023  |  

Bloomsburg 14 Shepherd 10 Sean Hunt and Ty Pringle each had rushing touchdowns for the Huskies and defensive back Nadir McLeod forced a fumble and had an interception as Bloomsburg pulled off the upset over 20th ranked Shepherd. Rams quarterback Seth Morgan threw for 198 yards and a touchdown pass to Ethon Williams. Slippery Rock […]

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Temple v SMU Photo Gallery

October 23, 2023  |  

Roger Barone Gallery

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2023 Week 8 PSAC Review

October 22, 2023  |  

  (7) Slippery Rock 42 California 21  The Rock Football Team quarterback Brayden Long threw for 299 yards and a touchdown. Running back Khalid Dorsey rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown as seventh ranked Slippery Rock defeated California. Vulcans quarterback Davis Black had three rushing touchdowns. https://pafootballnews.com/pfn/big-third-quarter-lead-slippery-rock-past-california/ East Stroudsburg 21 Bloomsburg 16 Warriors quarterback […]

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Big Third Quarter Lead Slippery Rock Past California

October 21, 2023  |  

Slippery Rock – The Rock football team improved to 8-0 on the season with a 42-21 victory over California on Saturday afternoon at Mihalik-Thompson Stadium. No. 7 Slippery Rock used a 28-0 second-half run to pull away California and improve to 8-0 on the season and 5-0 in the PSAC. Holding a slim 14-13 halftime lead, […]

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Lincoln U having best year since 2008 (gallery)

October 15, 2023  |  

Lincoln played Elizabeth City State University yesterday and beat them 27-21. This is the best season since Lincoln reinstated football back in 2008, they are 4-3 right now. The Lincoln University Lions are under the leadership of first year head coach Frank Turner.

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PSAC Week 7 Wrap up

October 15, 2023  |  

EAST STROUDSBURG vs. WEST CHESTER: Not since 2012 have the Warrior notched a win over the Rams. That changed today as ESU rolled up 234 yards on the ground and 374 total yards on their way to a 28-14 win. The Warriors took control in the second quarter when Tahir Mills hauled in a 22 […]

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Pitt Blazes Past 14th Ranked Louisville Cardinals 38-21

October 15, 2023  |  

Was this the spark Pat Nardzzi discussed as Pitt upsets number 14 Louisville Cardinals? Pitt looked like a whole new team coming off of the bye stemming from the change at quarterback. Christen Veilleux was able to create long stainable drives for Pitt’s offense. This had been a problem for this Panther team all year […]

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PA High School Football Continuing Careers — looking at Duquesne vs. Delaware

October 8, 2023  |  

We had a great opportunity to follow-up on the continued careers of some PA High School football players, and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience as we took in a game between the visiting Duquesne Dukes and the host Delaware Blue Hens. While both rosters were well represented by PA players, we feature the standouts and […]

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