Barmore and Macon’s big plays for Neumann Goretti Spoil Northeast’s Defensive Effort
Chris Wells 16 yard TD and Charles Britt’s pass to Tre’Sean Bouie for the two point conversion preceded Temple verbal Christian Barmore’s fumble recovery and were the difference in Neumann-Goretti’s 8-7 physical, non conference win over Northeast at Charles Martin Stadium yesterday afternoon. With the game scoreless late in the 3rd Quarter the Vikings stymied […]
LaSalle and Jones knock off North Penn in Offensive Battle
The LaSalle Explorers look to provide plenty of offensive fireworks this season as evidenced by their 41-28 win over last year’s Eastern Pa AAAAAA semi finalist North Penn in front of a spirited crowd at Crawford Stadium in Lansdale last evening Explorer quarterback Isaiah Jones, back from missing last year with a torn MCL showed […]
Crawford and Waters Shine as Imhotep Claim Philly City Title
Philadelphia, Pa., Any high school football junkie knows that its rare to predict exactly when two powerhouse football programs will collide to determine a champion. As far back as August though just about any junkie in Philadelphia knew that the weekend of November 27 would be the one that Archbishop Wood and Imhotep Charter would compete […]
Upper Dublin Advances with Gem over Upper Darby
Fort Washington, Pa., The Upper Dublin Cardinals put on an offensive display while putting the clamps on another Central league opponent in their District One playoff domination of Upper Darby, 45-14 last night at Cardinal stadium. Dublin coach Brett Stover got his offense rolling immediately by using completely different personnel groupings on their first three […]
Spring-Ford Takes PAC 10 Crown
Royersford, Pa., The Spring-Ford Rams relied on a stout defense and Matt Gibson ran around and through the Perkiomen Valley defense to the tune of a 28-14 win and the Pioneer Athletic Conference championship last night at Coach McNelly stadium. On an unseasonably warm night and both teams averaging over 40 points a game, the expected […]
Penn Charter Downs Episcopal in Scorefest
Philadephia, Pa., Quarterback Mike (Neeko) Hnatkowsky’s 4th down 1 yard plunge and Denarii Beard’s interception capped off Penn Charter’s wild 42-35 victory over the Episcopal Academy Churchmen in an Inter-Ac league showdown yesterday. The Quakers dug themselves an early 14-0 hole with two big plays provided by Churchmen do everything handyman Christian Feliziani’s 90 kick return and […]
Archbishop Wood Holds off LaSalle’s Late Rally
Plymouth Meeting, Pa., Dan Ranine’s 20 yard field goal with no time remaining propelled 2014 AAA state titlist Archbishop Wood to a 27-24 thriller over the LaSalle Explorers in a classic non conference showcase affair yesterday at Colonial stadium. Both teams schemes are in stark contrast to what many Philadelphia area high school football enthusiasts are used […]
Bishop McDevitt’s 3 Amigos Too Much for Pope John Paul
Royersford, Pa., Vince DiLeo’s 29 yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter sealed a Bishop McDevitt Lancers (Philadelphia, District 12) 25-17 win over a very competitive Pope John Paul Golden Panther team yesterday afternoon. To his credit, Lancers quarterback Max Bryson scored on a 53 yard jaunt but faced intense pressure all afternoon while being sacked […]
Big Plays Spark Upper Dublin Over Delaware Valley
Fort Washington, Pa. Upper Dublin opened their 2015 season with a overall solid performance controlling all three phases (offense, defense and special teams) with big plays in their 42-7 win last night over the Delaware Valley Warriors (District 2) at Cardinal stadium. The Cardinals appear to be littered with play makers. Need a big play […]
Championship Weekend News and Notes
Hershey, Pa., Four games: The best in the west versus the best in the east. If you’re a high school football junkie like me, well, it may be cliché, but doesn’t get any better than this. It’s a time to take the entire season in and enjoy what the PIAA can do from media coverage […]
St. Joe’s Wins Wild One at Frank Banko
Bethlehem, Pa., DeAndre Swift caught a 50 yard touchdown pass from Jack Clements with four minutes remaining giving the St. Joe’s Hawks a come from behind 34-30, AAAA, Eastern semi final victory over Parkland yesterday at Frank Banko field in Bethlehem. From the onset it was apparent that Parkland coach Jim Morgans defensive game plan […]
Pennsbury, Snorweah run past Council Rock North
Newtown, Pa., The Pennsbury Falcons converted two early Council Rock North turnovers into touchdowns and churned out 440 rushing yards with a variety of misdirection plays and some highlight reel runs by Rutgers commit Charles Snorweah to the tune of a 57-20 drubbing of the Indians last night at Walt Snyder stadium in Newtown. Ashanti Rumph got […]
Shurmur and a Stingy D Elevates LaSalle Over North Penn
Lansdale,Pa. Vanderbilt verbal commit Kyle Shurmur put on an aerial show with four touchdown passes and completing his throws to 5 different receivers and a stout Explorer defense shined in their 29-7 assault on the North Penn Knights last night at Crawford stadium in Lansdale. Offensive coordinator Brett Gordon has the luxury of putting his […]
Calvary Christian Over Jenkintown in Thriller
Jenkintown, Pa. Calvary Christian quarterback Joshua Reichenbach atoned for an earlier goal line fumble by throwing a 36 yard touchdown to Sam Heath on the game’s final play propelling the Cougars to a 20-14 thriller at Jenkintown. Although never trailing, the Cougars defense was on the field for the majority of the first half. “In the […]
Districts 1 & 12 Pre Season Report
Here we go again. The 2014 SEPA football season is upon us and as we dwell on who will shine this year may I be the first to say “let the second guessing begin.” Archbishop Ryan: Lost in the shuffle during the Philadelphia Catholic League’s success at Hershey last year was the job coach Frank McArdle did […]
“Rule the Air” Quarterback, Receiver Camp A Huge Hit
Warminister, Pa., Athletes Creating Excellence (A.C.E.) held their first “Rule The Air” showcase camp at the spaceous indoor SMG Sportplex yesterday in Warminister. It was one of the most detailed, comprehensive camps I’ve seen which was attended by mostly District 1 and 12 quarterbacks, wide receivers and defensive backs who participated by invitation. Players were […]
Imhotep’s Defensive Stands Outlast Berks Catholic
Shillington, Pa., Imhotep Charter relied on a very stingy defense and three big plays in their 20-0 conquest of a very well balanced undefeated Berks Catholic team from District 3 and a spot in next week’s State title game. “For as good as a team as I know we have, my hat goes off to […]
Martin Passes St. Joe’s over Parkland in State Quarterfinal
Bethlehem, Pa., Chris Martin came back from a two game injury hiatus and threw two touchdown passes in the first half as St. Joe’s Prep outlasted Parkland, 21-10 in a AAAA state quarterfinal game yesterday at Frank Banko stadium. The earmark of this game hinged on two teams who’s elite running attacks were thwarted by […]
North Penn’s Strong Second Half Ends Perk Valley’s Playoff Run
Lansdale, Pa., North Penn took advantage of their dominant offensive line and the running of Luke Berry and Nyfease West in their 40-19 beat down of Perkiomen Valley last night and a berth in next week’s District 1, AAAA championship game. Knight coach Dick Beck’s defensive philosophy has always been to get a “hat on […]
St. Joe’s Wins the PCL, AAAA over LaSalle
Plymouth Meeting, Pa., The St. Joe’s Hawks ended LaSalle’s five year, PCL, AAAA championship win streak, 30-20 last night at Plymouth Whitemarsh stadium. The win will enable the Hawks to secure a date next week for the District 12 championship and a chance to pursue their dream of a state championship. Although LaSalle ran an […]
Neshaminy Bests Abington in Penalty Fest
Abington, Pa, Junior running back D’Andre Pollard ran for 281 yards and three scores as the Neshaminy Redskins rolled to a 31-14 SOL National conference victory over the Abington Ghosts last night at Steven A. Schwarzman stadium. In a game marred by numerous penalties on both sides, the Skin offensive line appeared to wear down the […]
St. Joe’s Flawless Second Half Bests Archbishop Wood
October 5, 2013 Warminster, Pa., The St. Joe Prep Hawks overcame Archbishop Wood’s dominant first half and took advantage of two costly Viking turnovers to the tune of a 31-21 non conference, fast paced, showcase affair at William Tenant’s Alumni stadium Saturday evening. This game almost mirrored last year’s match up between the two teams […]
LaSalle Over Ryan in Conference Opener
September 28, 2013 The LaSalle Explorers exploded for 21 first half points and cruised to a 28-14 victory over previously undefeated Archbishop Ryan in both team’s conference opener at George Washington high Saturday afternoon. Explorer coach Drew Gordon used a plethora of running backs and the consistent passing of Kyle Shurmur which kept the Raider […]
Huge 3rd Quarter Propels Pennridge over Academy Park
September 20, 2013 Sharon Hill, Pa., Pennridge overcame a sluggish first half while Michael Class added another individual gem to his career as the all time best Ram rusher in their 28-13 conquest over previously undefeated Academy Park at Knight field Friday evening. Knight field is the perfect setting for this Academy Park team. Nestled […]
Council Rock North Edges Northeast
August 7, 2011 Philadelphia, Pa., The Council Rock North Indians endured a last minute rally by upset minded Northeast and the Vikings missed a field goal with a little over two minutes remaining giving the Indians a hard fought 15-13 win at Northeast’s Charles Martin stadium. Kyle Thorpe played a monster game for the Indians […]
Imhotep vs. LaSalle Complete Review and Analysis
Philadelphia, Pa., Anyone who was able to witness last night’s non conference District 12 showcase game between the LaSalle Explorers and Imhotep Panthers were treated to more than the five dollar charge to get into Cedarbrook area’s Benjamin Johnson stadium. Showcase is a term that can truly be used when describing this classic in Imhotep’s […]
Romano Show Propels Archbishop Ryan Over Wissahickon
September 6, 2013 Ambler, Pa., Archbishop Ryan relied on the big play early and often and Bobby Romano had a game for the ages in the Raiders 42-7 dismantling of Wissahickon last night in Ambler. The Raiders boasted an offensive line that opened up gaping holes in the Trojan secondary which garnered a nine play, 48 […]
Downingtown East Outduels Frankford
August 30, 2013 Philadelphia, Pa., The Downingtown East Cougars have endured a very long off season. Smarting from last year’s District One first round upset to Wissahickon they were anxious to get the 2013 season underway. They did not disappoint in claiming a 27-14 hard fought win at Frankford. “We never stopped thinking about that […]
Easton Outplays Pennsbury With Second Half Defensive Gem
August 29, 2013 Fairless Hills, Pa., The Easton Red Rovers played a flawless second half of defensive football after allowing four Pennsbury touchdowns in the first half and Jr. running back Shane Simpson totted for 196 yards and three TD’s himself in their 38-28 opening game win at Pennsbury field. The win gives Easton a […]
Districts 1 and 12 Report
August 25, 2013 It’s late August and yet another season of high school football is about to set upon all of the hard core fans, players, coaches and parents in the commonwealth. The major difference every year at this time between football in districts 1 and 12 is that (at least in the last 5 […]
Unger and Anzalone Lead Wyomissing to Hershey
Philadelphia, Pa., The Wyomissing Area Spartans used an effective Wing-T offense and quarterback Corey Unger connected on two key receptions propelling the AA, District 3 champs to a 35-13 win over District 12 champ Imhotep Charter at Benjamin Johnson stadium and a date in the state championship game next week. Imhotep came into the game […]
Coatesville Holds off LaSalle in Classic AAAA Eastern Final
Downingtown- The Coatesville Red Raiders held off a furious last minute LaSalle Explorers rally and Devonte Suber’s interception at the Coatesville 10 yard line helped the Raiders punch their ticket to Hershey 42-35, and their first trip toChocolatetown and the AAAA state title game next week. The magnitude of this game was apparent when there were over 50 people lined […]
Coatesville/LaSalle Preview
Opponents: LaSalle Explorers: 12-1, D12 Champ, Coatesville Red Raiders: 12-2, D1 Champ At Stake: AAAA Eastern. Pa., State Championship Coaches: Drew Gordon for LaSalle/ 7th year and Matt Ortega, Coatesville/3rd year. Common Opponents: Coatesville lost to Malvern in week 2, 19-14 and LaSalle defeated Malvern 38-6 in week 4 Weather Forecast: high 30’s brisk Venue/Time: […]
LaSalle beats Parkland to Advance to East Championship
Philadelphia, Pa., The LaSalle Explorers earned the right to play in their fourth consecutive AAAA, Eastern Pa. championship game with a dominating 28-7 win over the District 2, 4 and 11 champ Parkland Trojans at Northeast High’s Charles Martin stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Explorers came into the game after an emotional Catholic league final […]
Coatesville Greatest Show on Turf wins District 1 title
Downingtown, Pa., The Coatesville Red Raiders won their first District 1, AAAA title with another carnival like performance in a 59-28 pasting of the Spring-Ford Rams at Downingtown’s Kottmeyer stadium last night. The term “the greatest show on turf” was mentioned in the stands many times and the similarities between this Coatesville offense and the […]
Coatesville’s Spread Offense Puts up 63 on Neshaminy
Coatesville, Pa., The Coatesville Red Raiders went on a scoring explosion with some of the more capable skill players in all of southeastern Pennsylvania to the tune of a 63-28 win over theNeshaminy Redskins at Coatesville Memorial Stadium and a slot in next week’s District 1, AAAA championship game next week. Talk about explosion. This game had it all, including touchdowns of 86, 86, 54, […]
Pennridge Holds Pennsbury in Ground and Pound Fest
Perkasie, Pa., The Pennridge Rams survived a furious 4th quarter Pennsbury rally and hung on to defeat the Falcons, 28-27 in a second round District One AAAA playoff game last night at the Rams Poppy Yoder field. The game featured two of the hottest teams in the state who were on nine game win streaks […]
LaSalle Wins the PCL with an Overtime Thriller
Plymouth Meeting, Pa., The LaSalle Explorers and St. Joe’s Prep Hawks put on a show for the ages in a tale of two halves and a very exiting first time ever overtime Explorers 28-27 victory in front of over 8,000 people at Colonial stadium in Plymouth Meeting yesterday. The win gives LaSalle the AAAA, PCL […]
Ridley Holds off Downingtown West
Folsom, Pa., Shane Dougherty’s one on one tackle on their own 10 yard line late in the 3rd quarter proved to be the difference in District 1’s number two seed Ridley Green Raiders 20-17 win last night over a very competitive 15 seed Downingtown West last night at Phil Marion field in Folsom. Ridley overcame […]
LaSalle vs. St. Joe’s Prep Playoff Preview (Round Two)
Opponents: LaSalle Explorers: 9-1, St. Joe’s Prep Hawks: 9-0 At Stake: District 12, Philadelphia Catholic AAAA, Championship Venue/Time: Colonial Stadium, Plymouth-Whitemarsh, Pa., Saturday, November 11, 1:00 PM Coaches: Drew Gordon for LaSalle in his seventh year and Gabe Infante, St. Joe’s in his third year. Weather Forecast: 60 and mild Last Meeting: St Joe’s defeated […]
LaSalle Eliminates Roman as St. Joe’s Waits
Warminster, Pa., Mike Eife’s 64 yard touchdown off a Jimmy Herron screen pass opened up a close affair enabling the LaSalle Explorers to earn a 42-13 PCL, AAAA playoff win over the Roman Catholic Cahillites yesterday at William Tenant stadium. The win gives Explorer coach Drew Gordon his fifth consecutive appearance in next week’s final […]
Plymouth Whitemarsh Captures the SOL American title
Fort Washington, Pa., The Plymouth Whitemarsh Colonials used the big play early and often to give Coach Dan Chang the Suburban One American Conference championship in their 42-14 dismantling of Upper Dublin last night at Upper Dublin’s Cardinal stadium. The Colonials are blessed to have a great one two punch at running back with Terry […]
Downingtown East Wins the Battle of the Brandywine
October 20, 2012 Downingtown, Pa., The Downingtown East Cougars, behind the arm of Kyle Lauletta and the legs of Jay Harris and RyleyAngeline gained sole possession of the Chest-Mont Nationalconference with a 35-21 win over nemesis Downingtown Westin the annual Battle of the Brandywine at Kottmeyer stadium Friday evening. The win gives the Cougars at present the top seed in District 1 […]
Pennridge Defense Plays with Class in Win over CBS
Perkasie, Pa., The Pennridge Rams relied on a stingy defense and Mike Class’s game changing 70 yard touchdown run in their 21-10 victory over the Central Bucks South Titans at Pennridge’s Poppy Yoder field. The Ram win created a three way logjam for first place in District One’s Continental Conference with the Titans and North […]
LaSalle vs. St. Joe’s Prep Preview
Opponents: LaSalle Explorers: 6-0, St. Joe’s Prep Hawks: 5-0 At Stake: First place in the AAAA, District 12, Philadelphia Catholic League Venue/Time: Colonial Stadium, Plymouth-Whitemarsh, Pa., Saturday, October 13, 7:00 PM Coaches: Drew Gordon for LaSalle in his seventh year and Gabe Infante, St. Joe’s in his third year. Common Opponents: LaSalle beat North Penn […]
Frankford Outlast Defending Champ Washington
Philadelphia, Pa., Damion Samuels stepped up big time and scored three touchdowns as the Frankford Pioneers outlasted the George Washington Eagles, 25-14 in a crucial Philadelphia Public League Gold division contest Friday at Frankford field. The Pioneers quick start and Samuels back breaking kick return were too much for Washington to recover from. Washington came […]
St. Joe’s Wins a Tough Battle Against Archbishop Wood
Plymouth Meeting, Pa., The St. Joe’s Hawks took advantage of six Archbishop Wood turnovers and John Reid jump started a stagnant offense with a huge kick return to keep the Hawks undefeated with a hard fought 23-10 victory over the Vikings last night in District 12 non conference action at PlymouthWhitemarsh field. The Hawks were fortunate to have only trailed 3-0 at halftime […]
Pottsgrove Stymies Spring-Ford’s Offense
Lower Pottsgrove Township, Pa., The Pottsgrove Falcons took another step toward supremacy in District 1, AAA with a solid all around offensive and defensive effort by shutting down the Spring-Ford Rams, (AAAA) 26-0 in PAC10 action last night atPottsgrove field. A costly interception and fumble contributed toPottsgrove’s first two touchdowns and the Falcons played a solid brand of bend but don’t break defense the rest […]
LaSalle manhandles Malvern
Malvern, Pa., Quarterback Chris Kane had a hand in every LaSalle offensive touchdown as the Explorers easily handled the Malvern Prep Friars, 38-6 at Quigley Field in Malvern. The reining PCL, AAAA champs controlled the tempo from the beginning and took advantage of two costly Friar Fumbles which put the game out of reach by […]
Irwin passes State College over Father Judge
PHILADELPHIA – Junior quarterback Pat Irwin threw three touchdown passes after spotting the Father Judge Crusaders a 14 point cushion in leading the State College Little Lions to a come from behind 33-23 victory in a cross district non conference game yesterday at Lincoln High stadium. The game was marked by several momentum swings and […]
All around Effort Propels St. Joe’s over North Penn
Lansdale, Pa., The St. Joe’s Prep Hawks used a very crisp, high tempo, no huddle offense and suffocating defense as they cruised to a 31-3 victory over the North Penn Knights in a non conference affair at Crawford stadium last night. St Joe’s controlled all three facets of the game (offense, defense and special teams) […]
Lauletta leads Downingtown East over Roman Catholic
DOWNINGTOWN – The Downingtown East Cougars made a strong statement as to who will rule the roast in District 1 with a dominating 42-20 victory over PCL contender Roman Catholic in an out of conference game last night at Walter Kattmeyer stadium in Downingtown. Four Cougar second quarter touchdowns put the game out of reach. […]
Imhotep’s Defensive Speed too much for Communications Tech
PHILADELPHIA – The Imhotep Charter Panthers showed why they may be one of the most complete AA programs in the state of Pennsylvania. They shut out the Communications Tech Phoenix, 28-0 in the Philadelphia Public league’s conference opener for both teams Thursday night at the South Philly supersite stadium. Coming off a week one 68-13 dismantling […]
North Penn Reverses Fortune and will Go to Hershey
Philadelphia, Pa., The North Penn Knights survived a late LaSalle rally with Steve Gozur’s interception off Matt Magarity and ticketed their way to Hershey with a hard fought 21-14 win over the LaSalle Explorers at Northeast High’s Charles Martin stadium and a date in the AAAA state championship next week versus Central Dauphin. The Knights […]
Wood Leaves No Doubt in Eastern Final
Video Highlights Philadelphia, Pa., Archbishop Wood completely turned the tables on Allentown Central Catholic’s fortunes with a resounding 70-14 win in the eastern final and a berth in the AAA championship game next week. ACC dominated this game last year 49-27 at Bethlehem while on their way to a state championship. If there was any […]
Class AAAA: North Penn VS LaSalle Preview
Opponents: LaSalle Explorers: 12-1- Philadelphia Catholic League- District 12- Winner of Districts 12, 11, 4 and 2 North Penn Knights: 12-2- Suburban One Continental Conference- Winner of District 1 Classification: AAAA Location/Time: Charles Martin Stadium at Northeast High School- Saturday, December 10 at 12:00 At Stake: The eastern AAAA championship and a berth in the […]
Class AAA: Allentown Central Catholic Vs. Archbishop Wood Preview
2010 Video Highlights from last year’s game Opponents: Allentown Central Catholic: 9-5: Lehigh Valley Conference, District 11: Winner of D4,2,9,11 bracket. Archbishop Wood: 12-1: Philadelphia Catholic League: District 12 Winner of D12,1 bracket. Classification: AAA Location/Time: Charles Martin Stadium at Northeast High School, Friday, December 9 at 7:00pm At Stake: The AAA eastern state title […]
LaSalle beats Nazareth in Air Raid
Bethlehem, Pa., Tim Wade’s 56 yard touchdown run on a daring fourth and one deep into the final stanza proved to be the difference in the LaSalle Explorers 41-33 thriller over the Nazareth Area Blue Eagles in a AAAA state playoff game at Frank Banko Field in Bethlehem. This game was loaded with big plays […]
North Penn Advances to Eastern Final
Plymouth Whitemarsh, PA – Ralph Reeves’ four touchdowns and a merciless defense causing three costly fumbles aided North Penn in their 34-14 victory and a second consecutive AAAA, District one championship over number one seed Council Rock South last night at Plymouth Whitemarsh’s Colonial stadium. The Knights wanted to contain the Golden Hawks very successful […]
Council Rock South vs. North Penn Preview
Opponents: North Penn Knights: 11-2: Suburban One Continental Conference champs (11 seed in tourney) Council Rock South Golden Hawks: 12-1: Suburban One National Conference champs (1 seed in tourney) Classification: AAAA Location/Time: Colonial Stadium, Plymouth Whitemarsh HS, Friday, December 2 at 7:30 At Stake: The District One Title and an Eastern, Pa title game vs […]
A.J. Long Show Propels Pius Over Calvary Christian
Allentown, Pa., Sophomore quarterback sensation A.J. Long connected on 19 of 22 passes for 391 yards and six touchdowns and ran for one TD as the Pius X Royals rolled, 55-20 over the Calvary Christian Cougars in an Eastern state playoff game at Salisbury Township High field. The Royals came into the game averaging over […]
Council Rock South Ends Garnet Valley’s Sensational Run
Newtown, Pa., Quarterback Brian Donnelly and the Council Rock South Golden Hawks once again exercised precise ball control with Coach Vince Bedesem’s triple option offense and did not have to punt until the fourth quarter as the Hawks cruised to a 38-24 District 1, AAAA quarter final victory over the Garnet Valley Jaguars at Walt […]
LaSalle Captures Fourth Straight PCL….
LaSalle Captures Fourth Straight PCL Title in Defensive Struggle Philadelphia, Pa., Matt Magarity connected on two key touchdown passes to Sean Coleman as the LaSalle Explorers won their fourth consecutive Philadelphia Catholic league title with a hard fought 16-6 defensive battle over Roman Catholic at Charles Martin stadium. Six Roman turnovers kept their high powered […]
Wade, Wade and More Wade Propels LaSalle over Judge
Philadelphia, Pa. Tim Wade had a night he won’t soon forget as the LaSalle Explorers took the first step in defense of their PCL title with a 26-16 first round playoff win over Father Judge at Northeast High’s Charles Martin stadium. Judge was without their all everything offensive/defensive lineman, Eric Condron, who suffered a sprained […]
Council Rock South Ends Abington’s Perfect Season
Abington, Pa., The Council Rock South Golden Hawks quarterback Brian Donnelly executed the triple option scheme to perfection spoiling Abington’s homecoming night and undefeated season with a 30-22 win over the Ghosts at Schwartzman stadium. The Hawks victory created a three way tie between these two teams and Pennsbury in District One’s Suburban One National […]
Springfield-Montco Shimmies Calvary Christian in Defensive Struggle
Philadelphia, Pa., The Springfield (Montgomery County) Spartans, aided by two touchdowns as the result of interceptions rolled to an 8-0 start as they shut out conference rival Calvary Christian Academy, 18-0. This win gives them a first place share of the District One Bicentennial League. Springfield’s strength is their defense and on the game’s fifth […]
North Penn Shackles Souderton with Complete Game Effort
Lansdale, Pa., The North Penn football team operated on all cylinders and Corey Ernst’s three first half touchdown passes helped the Knights smash their way to a 37-14 win over Suburban One Continental Conference rival Souderton at James Crawford stadium. The loss virtually eliminates all hopes that the Indians will make the AAAA District 1 […]
LaSalle Upends Judge
Plymouth Whitemarsh, Pa., The LaSalle Explorers offensive line put on the snow tires and Tim Wade ran 29 times for 230 yards and three touchdowns as the Explorers defeated Father Judge 33-14 in a PCL AAAA conference game at Plymouth Whitemarsh high school. The defending Pa Eastern champs got on the board first when Wade […]
Roman Puts Pedal to Metal with win over Judge
Philadelphia, Pa., Marcus Kelly’s ground show and a very stingy defense propelled the Roman Catholic Cahilittes to a 35-14 win over Father Judge in a AAAA Philadelphia Catholic League game at Charles Martin stadium. The Cahilittes rebounded after their close 21-19 conference opening loss to LaSalle last week. Their big play capability by multiple players […]
Garnet Valley hangs on to Beat Ridley
Folsom, Pa., The Garnet Valley Jaguars (D1, AAAA, Central League) withstood a furious Ridley (D1, AAAA, Central League) rally sealing it with Joe Taulane’s late interception off of Matt Davis to insure a tightly fought 21-19 victory over the Green Raiders and a 5-0 conference start at Phil Marion field. Ridley failed on a two […]
LaSalle hangs on to Beat Roman
Philadelphia, Pa., In a rematch of the Philadelphia area AAAA Catholic league championship from last year, the LaSalle Explorers hung on for dear life and thwarted a last minute Roman Catholic drive to defeat the Cahillites, 23-21 at Northeast High’s Charles Martin stadium. It was the fourth regular season win for the Explorers over Roman […]
Unionville Defeats Coatesville at the Wire
Coatesville, Pa., The Unionville Indians showed that they are going to be a force to be reckoned with in District one by scoring a Ttouchdown on a crucial 12 play, 81 yard, five minute drive at game’s end to overcome previously undefeated Coatesville 27-26 at Coatesville Area Multipurpose stadium. “I am so proud of the […]
Abington Outlasts Neshaminy
Abington, Pa., Abington senior running back Ray Schreiner is not the biggest of players. In a game played by the big boys the 5’7, 165 pound running back has a simple motto: “whenever I have to run the ball against bigger guys I feel I can run around them.” He not only ran around but […]
Archbishop Wood Dismantles St. Joe Prep
Warminster, Pa. The Archbishop Wood Vikings showed why they may be the premier AAA in the state by dominating previously undefeated St. Joseph’s Prep Hawks, 42-7 in a rainy, muggy, non league affair at William Tenant High’s Claude Lodge field. The Hawks were coming off a resounding 51-33 win last week over North Penn. Rutgers […]
Fuller and Keir Provide Fireworks in Roman Win
Philadelphia, Pa., Wide receiver William Fuller and quarterback Michael Keir put on an offensive air show of massive proportions as the Roman Catholic Cahillites cruised to a 32-7 victory over the Chestnut Hill Academy Blue Devils at Roxborough stadium. People were just getting seated after the playing of the national anthem when on the very […]
Frankford Dominates Bartram
Philadelphia, Pa., The Frankford Pioneers righted the ship after two heartbreaking defeats and ousted rival John Bartram High School 44-0 Friday at Frankford field. The Pioneers came out on their first series and took control with a nine play, 72 yard drive with crisp passing by junior quarterback Tim DiGiorgio and the running of senior […]
LaSalle Shuts Down West Catholic
Wyndmoor, Pa., The LaSalle Explorers (D12, AAA, PCL) used a suffocating run defense and Senior quarterback Matt Magarity’s two touchdown passes to wear down last year’s AA state champion West Catholic to the tune of a 24-0 whitewash at Springfield Montco. The Explorers rebounded after losing last week to New Jersey power Bergan Catholic 41-17. […]
Donnelly leads Council Rock South over Judge
Philadelphia, Pa.-Council Rock South senior quarterback Brian Donnelly made the difference in a game that featured two very explosive offenses and one that went to the last play as the Golden Hawks prevailed 35-34 over the Father Judge Crusaders in a non league affair at Lincoln High’s barefoot bowl. Judge is not used to seeing […]
Abington Over Plymouth Whitemarsh
Abington, Pa., The Abington Ghosts took advantage of two costly Plymouth Whitemarsh miscues in the fourth quarter en route to their closely contested 18-7 victory over the Colonials at Abington’s Memorial field. Abington got on the board quick on their first offensive series in four plays when quarterback Ken Cropper snuck in for a touchdown […]
St. Joe’s Prep Overpowers St Marguerite
Plymouth Whitemarsh,Pa. St Joe’s Prep Coach Gabe Infante had to do quite of bit of scrambling to get an opponent for their opener when their showcase game slated to be played in Florida fell through. In August, with virtually every other team around scheduled, Infante reached out to London, Ontario, Canada where the St. Marguerite […]
Buckley’s 4 TDs Pace LaSalle Over North Penn in Thriller
Plymouth Whitemarsh, Pa. A quarterback benching, three interceptions by one quarterback, three lost fumbles by another quarterback, over 200 rushing yards for a running back and four touchdown receptions by a receiver all contributed to the LaSalle Explorers wild 44-27 showcase game victory over the North Penn Knights at Plymouth Whitemarsh stadium in what may […]
Souderton Suffers Difficult Loss at Heartbreak Ridge
By Ryan Fitzpatrick & Armand Vanore (EasternPa Staff) Langhorne, Pa- Looking up at the scoreboard immediately after Neshaminy’s come from behind 20-13 victory, the Souderton faithful must have realized why the Redskins stadium is called “Heartbreak Ridge”. When a team runs 70 plays to the opponents 30 and more than doubles them in time of […]
McDevitt Runs All over Lower Moreland
Lower Moreland, Pa.- The football gods were good to the junkies that love high school football by giving them a 10:00 AM, start of season game pitting Bishop McDevitt (PCL, AA) and Lower Moreland (Bicentennial League, AA). McDevitt didn’t disappoint by thrashing the Lions, 40-0 with a career high 201 rushing yards (on 25 carries) […]
Scrimmage report: District 12
District 12 PCL Report Philadelphia, Pa. High school football players across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania had the opportunity to put on the pads this week after an offseason of training, lifting and working on technique. August 15 could not have come soon enough for those players and coaches that worked hours on end refining their […]
Big 33. More than a game!
Hershey, PA – The Big 33 game has meant so much to both the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania in so many ways. It’s not just a football game pitting the best that both states have to offer in high school football talent. The game gives many an opportunity to be a part of this […]
Godfather’s Ultimate Pa HS Team Player 2010
After viewing almost 50 Pennsylvania High School teams during the 2010 season, I took special notice to some of the major impact players. These players did not play because of injury or sickness but were still instrumental to their team with their sideline presence. Football is the greatest team sport in America. The difficulties many […]
North Allegheny Takes Gold in AAAA
Hershey, Pa., As the sun was beginning to set on Hersheypark stadium during the pregame drills it appeared that the AAAA state championship game between the WPIAL’s North Allegheny Tigers and the District 12 champ LaSalle Explorers was going to be a battle of the Tigers ground and pound attack and the Explorers skill players. […]
Clairton Survives Riverside rally to win A State Title
Hershey, Pa., Spotting the Riverside Vikings a 24-0 lead in the first 14 minutes, the Clairton Bears went on a scoring spree and held on for a 36-30 win and back to back class A State titles at Hershey stadium. The Vikings got on the board on their third possession in one play when Senior […]
LaSalle Over North Penn In a Classic
Plymouth Meeting, Pa., Joe Nagi’s tip of a Corey Ernst screen pass and Ryan Geiger’s interception with under two minutes remaining on the LaSalle Explorers 43 yard line, stunted a potential game winning drive by District 1champ North Penn giving the District 12 champs a thrilling victory, the AAAA eastern championship and a date next […]
Nosovitch a One Man Show In Eastern Final
Bethlehem, Pa., Allentown Central Catholic Junior Quarterback Brendan Nosovitch was a human highlight reel for the Vikings in their AAA eastern final 49-27 conquest over District 12 power Archbishop Wood last night at Frank Banko field. Nosovitch was the complete package and was too much offensively for Wood from the outset. Pinned on their own […]
North Penn Vs LaSalle Preview
Opponents: North Penn Knights: 13-1 from the Suburban league Continental Conference (D1) LaSalle Explorers: 12-1 from the Philadelphia Catholic League (D12) Classification: AAAA Location: Colonial Stadium, Plymouth Whitemarsh High School, Plymouth Meeting, Pa. Date: Saturday, December 11 at 1:00 PM At Stake: the Pa AAAA Eastern championship and a spot in Hershey for the state […]
LaSalle Wins a Tight One Over Easton
Philadelphia, Pa., In a battle of two of the best defensive teams in the state the LaSalle Explorers outlasted the Easton Red Rovers 19-7 in a AAAA state quarterfinal game yesterday at Northeast High’s Charles Martin stadium. LaSalle got on the board first on their first possession driving down to the Rover 15 before settling […]
West Catholic Dominates Northern Lehigh
Allentown, Pa., West Catholic generated over 500 yards of total offense and had Northern Lehigh on their heels the entire game as the Burrs ran their way to a 55-14 victory over the Bulldogs in a State AA Quarterfinal game last night at Allentown’s Birney Crum stadium. The Burrs got on track immediately when the […]
Neshaminy Pounds Its Way to District 1 Final
Langhorne, Pa., The Neshaminy Redskins used a ground and pound offense controlling the line of scrimmage and the running of Tailback Anthony Woodroffe enabled the Skins to dominate in a 33-7 victory over the Bayard Rustin Golden Knights in last night’s District 1, AAAA semifinal at Neshaminy’s Harry Franks stadium. Both teams came into the […]
Needhammer and Taggart Tag Team Dismantles Downingtown East
Lansdale, Pa. – Behind a blistering running attack, the North Penn Knights outmuscled the Downingtown East Cougars 49-33. Seniors Craig Needhammer and Dominic Taggart let the Knights in the District 1 AAAA playoff game last night at North Penn’s James Crawford stadium. The Knights took control immediately on their first series with a seven play, […]
Archbishop Wood Moves On
Plymouth Meeting, Pa., Two weeks after combining to score 82 points in their first meeting, everyone wondered what kind of fireworks would happen the second time the Archbishop Wood Vikings and Cardinal O’Hara Lions met. This time the defenses played more a part in Wood’s 24-7 victory last night at Plymouth Whitemarsh High and the […]
LaSalle’s Strong Second Half Upends Roman
Philadelphia, Pa., After being outplayed in the first half against Roman Catholic in last night’s D12, PCL, AAAA championship game, the LaSalle Explorers settled down and controlled the second half in a 35-16 win at Northeast High’s Charles Martin stadium. Roman coach Joe McCourt had the Cahillites ready to play football from the outset. In […]
LaSalle Defeats Judge in PCL Semi
Levittown, Pa., One day after being selected as a first team Philadelphia Area All Catholic Wide Receiver, LaSalle’s Kevin Forster was called on to quarterback the defending AAAA state champions and did not disappoint. The Explorers conquered Father Judge 34-7 in the semifinals of the District 12 PCL conference last night at Harry Truman High […]
Peoples and Peoples Show Propel Wood over OHara
Springfield, Pa. Anyone expecting to see an exciting game with lots of action was not disappointed after the show that Desmon Peoples and his cousin Brandon Peoples put on yesterday during Archbishop Wood’s 48-34 victory over conference rival Cardinal O’Hara yesterday afternoon at O’Hara’s new field in Delaware County. Wood (8-0, 2-0) and O’Hara (8-0, […]
Mornhinweg and Heath lead St. Joe’s over Roman
PHILADEPHIA – Going into last night’s game between St. Joe Prep and Roman Catholic, Prep head man, Gabe Infante made certain that Senior Jeff Heath was involved all night on both sides of the ball. “Jeff needs to always be on the field because all he does is make plays,” quipped Infante. That, he did […]
George Washington over Salesianum
Philadelphia, Pa., George Washington High School (D12, Public League, AAAA) combined to use both a quick strike offense and sustained drives in dismantling Delaware power Salesianum, 27-6 last night at Northeast’s Charles Martin Stadium. It was immediately apparent that the Sallies (5-1 and two consecutive shutouts) were going to struggle with Washington’s team speed. The […]
Neefe Powers Penn Charter over Archbishop Carroll
Philadelphia,Pa., Mixing in a combination of solid running by Eric Neefe and the passing of John Loughery, William Penn Charter captured its second win of the season with a decisive 34-20 win over Archbishop Carroll at Penn Charter High yesterday afternoon. The Quakers (of the independent Inter-Academic League) went right to work on its first […]
O’Hara flexes its muscle with win over Delaware Power Red Lion
Bear, Delaware- In a game marred by big plays, penalties and an ugly fourth quarter brawl, Cardinal O’Hara (PCL, AAA) showed why they are ranked fourth in the state by dismantling Delaware’s Red Lion Christian Academy (3-1), 30-0. The Lions did not get on track until midway through the 2nd Quarter when Senior Brendan McLaughlin […]
Judge Bests St. Joe’s in Thriller
PHILADELPHIA – In a see saw battle between two Philadelphia Catholic League AAAA teams, Father Judge outlasted St. Joe’s Prep 28-21 in a thriller at Northeast’s Charles Martin Stadium on Friday. It was the conference opener for both teams. With Judge leading 3-0, Prep QB Skyler Mornhinweg hit Jim Hurley with a nifty 59 yard […]
Judge Mauls Pocono West
Philadelphia, Pa.- Spotting visiting Pocono Mountain West and early 3-0 lead Father Judge, spurred by the running of Raul Quinones and the passing arm of Brian Hennessey, scored 34 unanswered points in the first half eventually overpowering the Panthers to the tune of a 48-3 thrashing at Charles Martin Stadium Saturday afternoon. Hennessey (6 for […]
LaSalle Grounds West Catholic
Judging from the start of Friday’s game pitting two District 12 PCL juggernauts, LaSalle and West Catholic, the game had the makings of being an offensive shootout. On the very first play from scrimmage, LaSalle’s Jamal Abdur-Rahman showed no signs of his off season knee surgery when he ran off tackle for a 65 yard […]
