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Top Saftey In EPC Looking To Make Lots Of Plays In His Senior Campaign

March 2, 2023  |  

Nasir McLean (Saftey, Allentown Central Catholic, ’24) This safety out of Allentown Central Catholic is a ball hawk. The rising senior has been proving himself on Friday nights since his freshman season when he started at QB for Catasauqua. He played his sophomore season at Central where he picked off 8 passes. This past season […]

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Jason Patterson stays in state but gets away from home

Jason Patterson stays in state but gets away from home

December 21, 2022  |  

Jason Patterson a 6-3 228 edge rusher for Roman Catholic will continue this academic and athletic career on the football gridiron at Duquesne University. Jason starred on a talented Roman team that took state runner up Imhotep down to the wire in the D12 city title game before falling 14-6. Jason finished his senior season […]

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Tyrese Whitaker Stays Loyal to the Hometown Team

Tyrese Whitaker Stays Loyal to the Hometown Team

December 21, 2022  |  

At 6-2 235lbs Tyrese Whitaker is very noticeable on the football field before the play begins. Opposing tackles and tight ends have their hands full with him as he goes 100% on every play. As a freshman and sophomore, he started at now closed Bishop McDevitt helping the Lancers reach the state semifinals as a […]

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Neumann Goretti seeks their 1st state championship

December 9, 2022  |  

When you hear Neumann Goretti most automatically think of their powerhouse basketball program which sports 9 state titles and has sent players to numerous Division 1 schools such as Miami (Fl), Towson, Drexel, Kentucky, Villanova, Syracuse, etc… These days Neumann is just as successful on the gridiron as they’ve experienced a resurgence under the leadership […]

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Imhotep looks for redemption and their 2nd state championship

December 8, 2022  |  

Imhotep Charter Panthers Head Coach Devon Johnson Imhotep Charter is a small school in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. They don’t have a stadium on campus, they use the Germantown Supersite for home games, they don’t have their own practice facility, so they use the local recreation center field that has very little grass and […]

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3A Semifinal Preview: Neumann Goretti & Wyomissing Meet Again

December 2, 2022  |  

The 2021 3A semifinal game between Neumann Goretti and Wyomissing High was thought to be a clash of two heavyweights up until kickoff when Wyomissing came out firing away on offense and bottled up the Saints defensively. They surprisingly came away with a resounding 42-6 win before falling to Central Valley 7-0 in the state […]

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Imhotep and Roman collide for the D12 5A Title

November 18, 2022  |  

  Two programs with the same objective, win a state title and yet only one will advance. The Imhotep Charter Panthers are led by 4th year HC Devon Johnson who has a stellar 22-4 record. Coach Rick Prete leads Roman Catholic and has restored the program in 2 years back to being a top Catholic […]

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District One-5A-Semifinal Player Profile: Colin O’Sullivan

November 17, 2022  |  

Name:  Colin O’Sullivan Class: Senior Position:  QB Team: Upper Dublin Cardinals 2022 stats: Passing: 68% completion percentage 2,442 yards & 32 TDs-2 INTs In my Game of the Week, we have two teams that are going to be battling it out to play in the District One Championship against the winner of (2) Strath Haven […]

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District One-5A-Semifinal-Player Spotlight: Aiden O’Brien

November 17, 2022  |  

Name:  Aiden O’Brien Class: Senior Position:  QB Team: Plymouth Whitemarsh Colonials 2022 stats: Passing: 788 yards & 12 TDs Rushing: 1,012 yards  & 12 TDs.   In my Game of the Week, we have two teams that are going to be battling it out to play in the District One Championship against the winner of […]

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Northeast reigns as Champions over a tough Lincoln team

Northeast reigns as Champions over a tough Lincoln team

November 13, 2022  |  

The Lincoln Railsplitters entered the game looking for their first Public League Chip since 1978 and made their first title game appearance since 1979. The Railsplitters came into the game undefeated against PL competition and faced a tough non league schedule that very well prepares them for this title game. They started off on fire […]

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District 12 4A Championship Game Preview

November 10, 2022  |  

The D12 4A championship game will feature two teams who met last year in the 4A title game. In the 2021 matchup CL champion Bonner-Prendergast came out victorious 29-8. Both teams had tough league championship games last weekend pulling away late to win their respective league titles. Bartram: The Braves are led by longtime HC […]

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District 12 3A Championship Game Preview

District 12 3A Championship Game Preview

November 10, 2022  |  

The D12 3A City Championship game will take place at the South Philadelphia Supersite Saturday at 5pm where PL Champion Kipp Dubois will challenge defending 3A champion Neumann Goretti. Kipp earned its championship game berth via a stunning 22-16 upset over Big School Picture Vaux last Saturday evening. Neumann Goretti earned their 3rd consecutive CL […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Having some fun with the Mt. Union Trojans

August 21, 2022  |  

Head coach Anthony Sottasante, Josh Seacrest and Bryce Danish give us the secrect to succes for the Trojans!  

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Jareel Calhoun – Allentown Central Catholic

August 20, 2022  |  

Jareel Calhoun Allentown Central Catholic Class Of2025 positions you play Wide receiver/ Cornerback Jersey #1 HT/WT5’9/150lbs Other sports Basketball/Track Twitter @jareelcalhoun Why do you play football? I play football because I really do just love the sport it’s something that really amazes me Who is your favorite sports star and why? Dk metcalf I chose […]

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2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Alex Erby – Steel-High

August 19, 2022  |  

  Alex Erby  Steelton Highspire  Quarterback  Ht: 6’4 Wt: 201  Awards: State championship- 2x All-state QB, 2x Capital Division 1st team- Capital Team- 2x Division Champ. Other sports: Basketball and baseball  Why do you play football?  Just my love for the game since a young age and it’s been in the family. What has been […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Jim Marturano – Conestoga

August 18, 2022  |  

Jim Marturano Conestoga Class Of 2023 OL/DL Jersey #55 HT/WT 5’10”/225lb Other sports Basketball, Golf 2021 All-Central League Honorable Mention, 2x Pancake of the Week Recipient Twitter @jmart_55 Why do you play football? I play football because I love the physicality of the sport and the brotherhood you form with your teammates. Who is your […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Tyler Klambara – Springfield (Delco)

August 18, 2022  |  

Tyler Klambara Springfield Delco Class Of 2023 OT, DT, OG Jersey #70 HT/WT 6’4” 310lbs Other sports Indoor Track & Field, Outdoor Track & Field Football: Central League Honorable Mention Track: 1st Team All-Delco Track & Field, Team MVP Awards, PIAA State Championship medalists Twitter @ItsKlam Why do you play football? I play football because […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Braedan Oravecz – Portage

August 18, 2022  |  

Braedan Oravecz Portage Class Of 2023 LG, DT Jersey #56 HT/WT 5’7” 195 23 Pancakes in junior season Other sports Wrestling Twitter @beast242423 Why do you play football? I’ve played football since I was little and I have loved it since I started. Now it gives me the chance to have fun and do what […]

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2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Tiqwai Hayes – Aliquippa

August 17, 2022  |  

Tiqwai Hayes  Aliquippa High School  Class of 2025  Running back  Ht: 5’11 Wt: 194  Awards: Freshman all-American, All-State, All-Conference, 4a player of the year.  Other sports: Basketball and baseball Why do you play football?  I play football because it’s an escape and so I can make millions one day. What has been your best memory?  […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Chase Arrington – North Catholic

August 17, 2022  |  

Chase Arrington North Catholic Class Of 2023 Corner, Runningback, Slot Jersey #8 HT/WT 5’10 180 391 coverage snaps 35 targets 10 pbus 0 touchdowns allowed One forced fumble 320 Rushing yards and 5 touchdowns Other sports Track 2nd Team All WPIAL Defensive Back Twitter @TheChaseA8 Why do you play football? My family. As a young […]

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2022 PFN Player Profiles: Adam Clark – Indiana Area

August 17, 2022  |  

Adam Clark Indiana Area OG/NT Jersey #75 HT/WT:6’2″ 318 2022 Indiana Team broke the all-time school rushing record and was third in the entire WPIAL. Other Sports: Played hockey and lacrosse prior to focusing on football exclusively. First Team All Conference OG, First Team All County Lineman, Twitter: @Indiana75OGNT Why do you play football? Loved […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Miles Brooks – Penns Valley

August 17, 2022  |  

Miles Brooks Penns Valley Class Of 2023 Wide Receiver, Defensive Back Jersey #28 HT/WT 6’ 165 703 receiving yards 1190 all purpose yards Other sports Baseball First team all conference wide receiver and outfielder Twitter @milesb28 Why do you play football? I play football because I absolutely love every aspect of the sport. Who is […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Michel Chrastina – Wilmington

August 16, 2022  |  

Michel Chrastina Wilmington Class Of 2023 Tight End / Linebacker Jersey #2 Ht: 6’0 – Wt: 190 2nd Team All Region Tight End All-Academic Gold Team Why do you play football? I grew up watching the 2008 State Championship team and fell in love with the tradition and sport. Who is your favorite sports star […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Jahleim Patton – West Philadelphia (Workshop school)

August 16, 2022  |  

Jahleim Patton West Philadelphia (Workshop school) Class Of 2023 Left tackle, tightend Jersey #56 HT/WT 6,4 546 Other sports Track and feild Twitter @5BIG6BABY Why do you play football? I play football too stay out of trouble and because I love the game! Who is your favorite sports star and why? Teiar tart because he’s […]

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2022 PFN Player Profiles: Cam Michaels – Lewisburg

August 16, 2022  |  

Cam Michaels Lewisburg  Class Of 2023 WR/RB/SAFETY Jersey #21 HT/WT 5’6/160 Other sports Basketball and track All conference + area (sophomore +junior year) (football), all defense (freshman year) (basketball) Twitter @cammichaels04 Why do you play football? I try to glorify God in every way possible because He gave me these talents and even the gift […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Zayd Etheridge – Upper Merion

August 15, 2022  |  

Zayd Etheridge Upper Merion High School Class Of 2023 Quarterback Jersey #5 HT/WT 6’2”/175 (6 starts) Season: 77 of 136 for 1,176 yds (8 TD’s) Most in game: 347 passing yds (2 TD’s) Other sports Basketball 2021 Mercury All-Area Twitter @Etheridgezayd Why do you play football? I feel like I can use football in order […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Having some fun with Juniata Valley

August 15, 2022  |  

ICC Media day fun with the Hornets and Coach Bill Musser

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Colm McGroarty – Mahanoy Area

August 15, 2022  |  

Colm McGroarty Mahanoy Area Class Of 2024 QB and FS Jersey #2 HT/WT 5’8 165 1000+ All Purpose Yards 2 consecutive years in a row Other sports Basketball and Track and Field League Champ in 300m hurdles Twitter @ColmMcGroarty2 Why do you play football? I love the sport and the memories I make with my […]

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2022 PFN Player Profile: Steven Miller – Selinsgrove

August 15, 2022  |  

Steven Miller Selinsgrove Class of 23 Jersey #43 5’11 230 DE, TE First team all daily item d-end 2020 Twitter: @Steven_Miller36 Why do you play football? I started at a young age and I’ve always had a special love for it. Who is your favorite sports star and why? I like TJ Watt because he […]

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2022 PFN Player Spotlight: Andrew Witter – Big Spring

August 15, 2022  |  

Andrew Witter Big Spring High School  Class of 2023  Wide receiver, strong safety, outside linebacker  Ht: 6’1 Wt: 180  Why do you play football?  I play football for the thrill of being under the lights and the tight bond you make with your teammates throughout the years. What has been your best memory? My best […]

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