Cardinal O’Hara
October 2026
Cardinal O’Hara Defeats Bonner In Nailbiter
October 18, 2026 | Nicholas Mastripolito
The Delaware County “Holy War” is one of the most anticipated rivalries and High School matches of the season. This year, the game between Monsignor Bonner and rival Cardinal O’Hara lived up to the hype. The Lions prevailed, taking down Bonner 21-14. Here were my thoughts pregame FROM CARDINAL OHARA. The delco holy war. Coming […]
Roman Catholic Gets the Job Done Against Cardinal O’Hara 24-7
October 11, 2026 | Davin Ridall
AMBLER – It may not have been the prettiest win for the Cahillites, but nevertheless it was in fact a win. Roman Catholic got their fourth straight overall win, and their second straight win in Philadelphia Catholic League play, taking down Cardinal O’Hara 24-7. This game marked the second straight week that Roman Catholic was […]
PFN’s Road Trippin’ With Davin: Week 7
October 9, 2026 | Davin Ridall
We are back ladies and gentleman, had to take a week off of writing due to illness, but after a week of rest and recovery we are back up to full strength. This week we’ve got some more good matchups, as we will be making a trip near my hometown for our Friday matchup, and […]
Cardinal O’Hara Lions Maul West Catholic Burrs
September 19, 2026 | Nicholas Mastripolito
Morris Donzo finds the end zone three times, propels O’Hara to victory The Cardinal O’Hara Lions took down the West Catholic Burrs by a final score of 38-0 on Friday Night. Here were my pregame thoughts. ITS GAMEDAY. Cardinal O’Hara Vs West Catholic. Here are my pregame thoughts. @PaFootballNews @OHara_Football @WCPrep pic.twitter.com/uuaMncJnXh — Nickmastripolito (@Nickmashmedia) […]
Only in the Pub. NOT! Ant & Willie’s Pick’em Parade Week 4
September 17, 2026 | Anthony Franklin
If you were following Philadelphia Football in early 2000’s you undoubtedly visited Tedsilary,com several times a week. One of the most popular features on the site was the Weekly Picking Parade. What started out as friendly competition between two good friends Huck Palmer and Tom “Puck” McKenna in 2009 they a third participant in Willie […]
Total Team Effort Leads Cardinal O’Hara to Rout of Neumann-Goretti
September 12, 2026 | Willie McGonigle
SPRINGFIELD: When you are a program with a rich, storied history like Cardinal O’Hara, you are held to a high standard, and expectations are always high. Through the first two games of the season, the Lions have shown they should be held to high standards by outscoring their first two opponents, 82-7. On Friday night, […]
District 12/Inter-Ac Week 3 Preview
September 10, 2026 | Anthony Franklin
We are into the 3rd week of the season and teams are now starting to show who are contenders and those who are rebuilding. In the Public League last week Northeast picked up the biggest win of the week taking a 28-9 win over District 1 Coatesville. Imhotep led nationally ranked DeMatha (#23) late in […]
Ant & Willie’s Pickem Parade Week 2
September 4, 2026 | Anthony Franklin
If you were following Philadelphia Football in early 2000’s you undoubtedly visited Tedsilary,com several times a week. One of the most popular features on the site was the Weekly Picking Parade. What started out as friendly competition between two good friends Huck Palmer and Tom “Puck” McKenna in 2009 they a third participant in Willie […]
District 12 Preview
August 27, 2026 | Anthony Franklin
District 12 in 2025 saw 2 programs win state titles with Roman Catholic capturing the 5A title and La Salle capturing the 6A title. This season Roman has been elevated to 6A which means they’ll battle LaSalle and St. Joes Prep for the CL 6A title and a berth in the D12 6A city title […]
2026 Team Preview: The Cardinal O’Hara Lions
August 19, 2026 | Willie McGonigle
The Cardinal O’Hara Lions Head Coach: Mike Ewing PIAA District 12 Class 4A Conference: Philadelphia Catholic League Red Division 2025 Season Record: 10-5 Key Starters lost John Welde, Amahj Gowans, Tristan Laing, Hakim Allah, Fode Wilks, Mike Davis, Jalen Patterson, Gavin McLain returning starters Sammy Dantonka 6’3 230 OLB ‘27 Wake Forrest Max Brown […]
Southern Lehigh vs Cardinal O’Hara 4A Semi-Final (Photo Gallery)
November 29, 2025 | Ryan Scipio
Southern Lehigh defeats Cardinal O’Hara 28-24 Southern Lehigh defeated Cardinal O’Hara 28-24. O’Hara was down 21-0 and fired off 24 straight points. The Spartans forced in a touchdown with less than a minute left to take the lead 28-24. What a game from both teams. Enjoy the gallery below. Links to full gallery and article […]
Southern Lehigh Escapes Cardinal O’Hara 28-24, Advances To 4A State Title (VIDEO RECAP)
November 29, 2025 | Davin Ridall
WHITEHALL – In a game filled with plenty of adversity, Southern Lehigh (14-1) managed to survive a 21 point comeback by Cardinal O’Hara (10-5) by a final score of 28-24, en route to their first state title appearance in school history. Early on in this game, Southern Lehigh was in full control. Following a perfectly […]
Cardinal O’Hara vs Southern Lehigh – PIAA Class 4A Semifinal Game Preview and Prediction
November 28, 2025 | Davin Ridall
It’s the final week of November, and Thanksgiving has come and gone. As we enter Black Friday, we’re now in the state Semifinals ladies and gentlemen, and this week I’ll be heading back to Whitehall to bring you coverage between Cardinal O’Hara (10-4) and Southern Lehigh (13-1). Last Week’s Matchups Cardinal O’Hara: 28-6 Win at […]
Cardinal O’Hara Rides Strong Defense To 28-6 Win Over Undefeated North Pocono (VIDEO RECAP)
November 22, 2025 | Davin Ridall
WHITEHALL TOWNSHIP – Fresh off their first district title in school history, Cardinal O’Hara came into the state quarterfinals and knocked off undefeated North Pocono by a final score of 28-6, thanks to their strong defense and stellar rushing attack. “It all came down to our preparation, and our kids are able to adapt to […]
Cardinal O’Hara vs North Pocono – PIAA Class 4A Quarterfinal Game Preview and Prediction
November 21, 2025 | Davin Ridall
The first round of this year’s state playoffs have come and gone, which means we’re off to the quarterfinals. This week we’re taking a look at a 4A matchup, between the District 12 champion Cardinal O’Hara Lions (9-4) and the District 2 champion North Pocono Trojans (13-0). Last Week’s Matchups Cardinal O’Hara: 34-6 Win vs […]
Cardinal O’Hara secures first District XII Championship with big win over West Philly (Photo Gallery)
November 16, 2025 | Jordan Gillis
Cardinal O’Hara gets the win over West Philadelphia 34-6 to take home their first District XII City Championship title. The Lions scored early as Senior running back Amahj Gowans got in for the touchdown; Gowans would go onto score the next two touchdowns for Cardinal O’Hara, including his second in the first half that would […]
Cardinal O’Hara Claims First District 12 Championship in School History
November 16, 2025 | Willie McGonigle
Cardinal O’Hara has been playing football since 1965, and in their storied history, they have won two Philadelphia City Titles in 1973 and 1979, but that was before the Philadelphia Catholic League joined the PIAA. On Saturday morning at Northeast High School, the 2025 version of the Lions put their names in the school’s history […]
Ant & Willie’s Pro Pickem Parade
November 14, 2025 | Anthony Franklin
If you were following Philadelphia Football in early 2000’s you undoubtedly visited Tedsilary,com several times a week. One of the most popular features on the site was the Weekly Picking Parade. What started out as friendly competition between two good friends Huck Palmer and Tom “Puck” McKenna in 2009 they a third participant in Willie […]
Cardinal Ohara Stun Monsignor Bonner in 4A PCL Championship Game
November 8, 2025 | Nicholas Mastripolito
Cardinal O’Hara puts on a defensive clinic in win over Bonner The Cardinal O’Hara Lions took down the Monsignor Bonner Friars on Saturday afternoon by a final score of 24-3. Here were my thoughts before the game kicked off. GOOD MORNING. ITS GAMEDAY. BONNER VS OHARA. THE HOLY WAR. Here’s my thoughts less than an […]
District 12 Playoff Preview & Inter-Ac Regular Season Finale Notes
November 7, 2025 | Anthony Franklin
We have reached the playoffs for both the CL and Public League with a few city title games this weekend as well. Let’s get into the rankings for the City League Teams as things have been shaken up the last week or two. Top 10 La Salle St. Joes Prep Roman Catholic Malvern Prep Bonner-Prendie […]
Philly Catholic League Playoff Preview & City Rankings
October 31, 2025 | Anthony Franklin
City Rankings Top 10 1. La Salle 2. St. Joes Prep 3. Malvern Prep 4. Roman Catholic 5. Bonner-Prendie 6. Imhotep 7. Abraham Lincoln 8. Episcopal Academy 9. Cardinal O’Hara 10. Lansdale HM 1. Archbishop Ryan 2. John Bartram 3. Springside Chestnut Hill 4. Belmont 5. Conwell Egan 6A CL Title Game St Joes Prep […]
St. Joes Prep defeats Cardinal O’Hara in dominate win to finish the season (Photo Gallery)
October 26, 2025 | Jordan Gillis
St. Joes Prep handles Cardinal O’Hara 38-3 to cap off a strong year for the Hawks. Multiple fumble recoveries and big defensive stops elevated St. Joes towards a big win that held the Lions without a touchdown. On the offensive side of the ball, Jett Harrison pulverized the defense with 3 touchdowns on the […]
District 12 Week 9 Preview
October 17, 2025 | Anthony Franklin
The 2025 regular season is winding down and entering its final week. Division champions have been crowned in all 4 divisions as Imhotep wrapped up the Independence Division via beating Northeast, Washington & West Philadelphia. They also earned a forfeit win over Gratz. Tep will close out the regular season at Lincoln looking to continue […]
Welde Sets O’Hara Single Game Passing Record in Victory Over Father Judge
October 11, 2025 | Willie McGonigle
SPRINGFIELD: Cardinal O’Hara is in their 60th season of playing football and has seen the likes of Tom Savage, Mike Lomas, Ryan Laughlin, Dashawn Darden, Anthony Walters, and Kevin Parker all have played Quarterback for the Lions, and during his four-year career at O’Hara, John Welde has proven himself to be among the greats to […]
