PIAA Class 5A Title Game Preview: Roman Catholic
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Nicholas Mastripolito | December 4, 2025
Roman Catholic VS Bishop McDevitt
PIAA District 12 – AAAAA
League: Philadelphia Catholic League
Head Coach: Rick Prete
OVERVIEW
The Cahillites were in this exact spot last year, facing off against Bishop McDevitt for the chance at a state title. Roman did not get it done, but this year, they are looking to finish business. With QB Semaj Beals at the helm, the Cahillites have one of the most talented high-scoring offenses in PA.
Roman has been fantastic in their playoff run, scoring a high number of points while playing great defense. The Cahillites need to stick to what they know, a fast-paced style of play. Roman succeeds in big moments, and they are set up for a real chance at taking home the title on Friday.
2025 Schedule
Key Players:
QB Semaj Beals: Akron commit. He is one of the best QBs in the state, with elite precision passing and accuracy.
LB Walter Hudson: Hudson is the team’s leading tackler and flies across the field
WR Ash Roberts: Temple commit. catches any pass thrown at him, elite deep ball threat
WR/DB Eyan Stead: Temple commit. He is fantastic on receptions over the middle and plays lockdown defense, deflecting or intercepting every pass thrown his way
Keys to winning-Offense:
The Cahillites need to get their stars involved. There’s no stopping this squad if they get guys like Ash Roberts, Eyan Stead, and Trey Montgomery involved early. Also, don’t force things; take the yards where you can get them.
Keys to winning-Defense:
Cover the whole field. Bishop McDevitt can pass and throw, but being aware that you have the talent to cover the entirety of the field while forcing bad plays as well is the real key to a winning defense.
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