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Pittsburgh Central Catholic Survives Harrisburg 38-33 in PIAA 6A Semifinal

ALTOONA _ Mansion Park in Altoona is synonymous with big-time PIAA football. Saturday afternoon this classic site was again hosting the West bracket PIAA 6A semifinal between Pittsburgh Central Catholic and Harrisburg. In their only previous meeting in 2007, Harrisburg came out on top. On Saturday, taking advantage of numerous short fields and Harrisburg miscues, The Vikings advanced to the PIAA 6A final by beating Harrisburg 38-33. PCC will play St Joe Prep in the 6A Championship.

Special teams played a huge part in this game. Harrisburg’s inability to punt effectively set up the Pittsburgh Central Catholic offense with short fields all game. A lost fumble by Harrisburg on a kickoff return led to another PCC TD. The Vikings K/P Billy Lech made Harrisburg’s stellar return game a non-factor. Lech also booted a 36-yard field goal.

Each team started slowly. After starting a drive in the Harrisburg end of the field Elijah Faulkner got PCC on the board

Touchdown @PCC_FOOTBALL ! Elijah Faulkner breaks out for a 32 yard touchdown! 2 pointer is no good 6-0 over @HBGCougar_FBall 5:10 quarter 1 @PIAASports 6A semifinal @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/BEhQW3cNyj

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

PCC inserted Jy’ire Walls for some offensive spark. Walls immediately got the offense rolling and his nice scramble made it 13-0 early on in quarter two.

On the scramble it’s @PCC_FOOTBALL Jy’Aire Walls from the12. 13-0 now over @HBGCougar_FBall 10:28 quarter 2 @PIAASports 6A semifinal @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/UOwqsvnKZ3

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

The remainder of the second quarter turned into a track meet. First Harrisburg got on the board with a nice drive culminating with a Messiah Mickens TD run. Just that quick, PCC answers with a Wall to Max Roman pitch and catch score. Mickens then ran his 2nd of the quarter to make it 21-14 at the halfway point of quarter two.

Up and down the field we go in quarter two! Look at this Messiah Mickens 15 yard Touchdown run for @HBGCougar_FBall ! @PCC_FOOTBALL still up 21-14 4:57 until halftime of the @PIAASports 6A semifinal @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/DnBKSukuh2

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

A wild and wacky final 90 seconds got us to halftime 28-21 in favor of Pittsburgh Central Catholic.

HUGE turn of events as we go to half. @PCC_FOOTBALL takes advantage of good field position with a TD toss from Mills to Thomas. 28-14 Vikings Then @HBGCougar_FBall marches right down as QB Jayion Lewis gets around the end for a score. 28-21 at halftime of the @PIAASports 6A… pic.twitter.com/CcYLLysAPr

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

Harrisburg again gave PCC a short field to start the 2nd half. And again, the Vikings took full advantage with QB Walls 35-21 at the 7-minute mark of quarter three.

@PCC_FOOTBALL TD! Taking advantage again of a short field, QB Walls gets in from the 1 35-21 over @HBGCougar_FBall 7:01 quarter 3 @PIAASports 6A semifinal @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/ReUlQVety9

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

Billy Lech added a 36-yard field goal to make it 38-21 PCC at the 4:20 mark of quarter three.

@PCC_FOOTBALL recovers a @HBGCougar_FBall fumble and takes advantage Billy Lech a 36 yard Field goal makes it 38-21 over @HBGCougar_FBall 4:20 quarter 3 @PIAASports 6A semifinal @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/cQ1sbHgkgq

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

Harrisburg began to air it out to get back in the game. A 62-yarder to Quincey Brannon in quarter three, then a sparkling TD reception got the Cougars within 5 with 6:30 remaining

There is no quit in @HBGCougar_FBall 62 yards from Jayion Lewis to Quincy Brannon 2:42 quarter 3 @PCC_FOOTBALL still up 38-27 @PIAASports 6A semifinal @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/ZwFbtta3mG

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

Oh my! Elias Coke lays out for this 30 yard TD for @HBGCougar_FBall ! @PCC_FOOTBALL hanging on to a 38-33 lead @PIAASports 6A semifinal 6:30 remaining @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @SportscenterTop pic.twitter.com/SDLqR3QCaV

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 30, 2024

A desperate final drive by Harrisburg was thwarted by a PCC interception in the end zone.

The Vikings move on to face St Joe Prep in the 6A Cham[pionship next Saturday at 7PM.

November 30, 2024
Harrisburg Captures Fourth Straight District 3 6A Title, 42-14 Over Wilson WL

The high school football season is a marathon and not a sprint. The Harrisburg Cougars are a perfect example of how a football team can go from question marks to champion in the course of a season. Navigating through eligibility and injury issues, Head Coach Cal Everett has molded Harrisburg back into a District Champion. “The team understands what the ultimate goal is” said Coach Everett. “We pride ourselves on playing our best football in the post season.” Harrisburg played with that post season pride on Saturday. The Cougars started fast and ran away with a convincing 42-14 win over Wilson WL and a fourth straight District 3 6A Championship. The victory moves Harrisburg on in the PIAA State football Championships. Harrisburg will take on Pittsburgh Central Catholic next.

Harrisburg took full advantage of Wilson mistakes throughout the contest and turned them into 21 points. Wilson missed on two fake punts and an end zone interception also proved costly for the Bulldogs. A balanced Cougar rushing attack was led by Messiah Mickens two TDs

Cougar OT Kevin Brown has had a roller coaster year for the Cougars. “as I got back from my injury, oh it felt good to be with my teammates. Our goal is to be state champions, that is our goal from day 1 and here we are one step closer.”

Wilson received the opening kickoff. Harrisburg forced a three and out. A high punt snap botched the kick and Harrisburg took advantage.

A botched punt attempt by @WilsonBulldogs at mid field and @HBGCougar_FBall takes advantage Missiah Mikens across for @hbgcougarcoach and a 7-0 lead 2:55 quarter 1 @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @PCC_FOOTBALL @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/kmNh26wOyc

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 23, 2024

Both teams battled through quarter one. Harrisburg got a drive going and started the 2nd quarter with a TD.

On the 1st play of the 2nd quarter Mickens in for his 2nd TD of the game. @HBGCougar_FBall up 14-0 over. @WilsonBulldogs 11:54 quarter 2 @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @WPIAL_Blitz @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/Soa4HAex3z

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 23, 2024

A bit time swing came late in quarter two. A big time Cougar stop, an ensuing Harrisburg TD, then a Wilson TD to make it 21-6 Harrisburg at the break.

HUGE end zone pick on 4th down by @HBGCougar_FBall Trays Walker ! 14-0 over @WilsonBulldogs 5:19 until halftime @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/jXiDtihoHi

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 23, 2024

Touchdown @WilsonBulldogs ! As we go to halftime Madyx Gruber dives in for the score. @HBGCougar_FBall now a 21-6 lead at halftime of the @piaadistrict3 6A championship @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @WPIAL_Blitz @Cawley_TV pic.twitter.com/lhPwAtkscs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 23, 2024

Harrisburg poured it on in quarter three.

Pretty play from @HBGCougar_FBall QB Jayion Lewis hitting Elias Coke in stride for the TD! 28-6 now over @WilsonBulldogs 8:12 quarter 3 @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @BadgleyBruce @boblongsports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/QXTRRBeRfw

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 23, 2024

D’ANtae Sheffey and Quincey Brannon scored, and it was just about over for Wilson A late TD made it 42-14 Harrisburg.

November 23, 2024
Ohio State Takes Down Penn State Again 20-13

(State College) It was big game time once again Saturday in Happy Valley. But this big game seemed much different. It was a game that the pressure was squarely on Penn State to win. Penn State’s recent track record against Top 5 opponents has not been good. Its track record against Saturday’s opponent Ohio State was even worse. Ohio State had seemed to have lost a bit from recent champaigns. This was the time and game Penn State had been waiting for. Unfortunately, Ohio State (7-1, 4-1) did not cooperate. The Buckeyes led by a solid defensive performance, handed Penn State (7-1,4-1) its first loss of the season 20-13 at Beaver Stadium.

Drew Allar faced a blistering Ohio State rush all game long that had him rushing from the pocket 10 times. Neither Katron Allen nor Nick Singleton averaged 3 yards a carry. Tyler Warren was held in check most of the game until the final Penn State drive. For Ohio State, former Downingtown West QB Will Howard was poised in the pocket all game long. Will was 16-24 for 182 yards passing. Howard seemed to be one step of Penn State in his RPO game too. Quinshon Judkins 95 yards rushing was tops in the game.

“You can’t be inside the 5 twice and come away with no points” said Penn State Coach James Franklin “That was the game” Coach said. James said the team needs to “flush” this loss. “We can’t allow 1 loss to turn into 2.”

The game started out as planned for Penn State. The Nittany Lions Opening drive was textbook. A 14-play time consuming drive was capped by a 29-yard Ryan Barker field goal. 3-0 at the 6:54 mark of quarter 1. Ohio State’s first drive ended in disaster. Will Howard threw the ball right to PSU’s Zion Tracy. Tracy had a lane to the end zone for a 31-yard TD. All of a sudden it was 10-0 Nittany Lions at the 5:37 mark. As if the INT did not exist, Will Howard drove OSU right down the field. Howard hit a wide open Emeka Egbuka on a 29-yard TD pass. Still in quarter 1 it was 10-7 PSU.

The 2nd quarter was all about Ohio State. Howard hit Brandon Inness on a 17-yard score to put Ohio State in front for good 14-10 at the 11:54 mark. After a PSU three and out, the Buckeyes drove the field again. This time, Howard fumbled going into the end zone to give the ball back to Penn State n a touchback. Penn State had one last shot in the first half. PSU was inside the OSU 5 when Drew Allar had an end zone pass picked off as the half ended. A deflated Penn State went to the locker room trailing Ohio State 14-10.

Ohio State turned its opening 2nd half drive into points. A 46-yard field goal extended the lead to 17-10 at the 10:40 mark. PSU countered with its own Ryan Barker 44-yard field goal to make it 17-13 with 5:03 quarter 3.

Early in quarter 4 a strong Ohio State drive stalled and led to another field goal and a 20-13 advantage with 10:13 remaining. One final hectic drive was left for Penn State. Tyler Warren led the way down the field catching and running the ball down to the 3. Three dive plays were stopped by the Ohio State D, a fourth down pass to Warren fell incomplete. Ballgame. Ohio State survives another frantic effort by Penn State for Big Ten supremacy.

Ohio State heads to off to play Purdue next week. Penn State hosts Washington.

November 2, 2024
Late Game Heroics Lift Bishop Shanahan Past Downingtown West 28-22

(Downingtown) Through the first seven weeks of the season, there was only one loss between Bishop Shanahan and Downingtown West. As the season speeds up to its end, each game becomes even more magnified heading into the post season playoffs. These Ches-Mont foes played under a Thursday night spotlight in a key clash to determine league supremacy and district seeding. A back-and-forth battle came down to a gut check fourth quarter marathon drive and propelled Bishop Shanahan (7-1) to a 28-22 win over Downingtown West Thursday night.

Bishop Shanahan Junior QB Anthony Aquila grabbed a hold of this game in the second half and would not let his team lose. His two second half rushing scores made the difference. Aquila also had a TD pass on a nice catch and run to Nate Bracken in the first half.

Bishop Shanahan Head Coach Paul Meyers said his underclass laden squad is led by his seniors. “It’s our seniors that have pulled these young guys in,” said Meyers. “There’s only about five or six of them, but they bring the young guys in. Those seniors are the guys that keep the backbone here.”

Downingtown West got on the board first when a botched punt snap in the end zone led to a safety.

Opening @Bishop_Shanahan possession, a punt snap fumbled in the end zone for a safety for @FootballDwest 2-0 9:55 quarter 1 @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @BNB_Media_ @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/c9n8dlxlO2

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 10, 2024

The turning point of the game was on the next Whippet possession. A long drive resulted in a turnover on downs inside the ten. Bishop Shanahan then drove the length of the field to take a 7-2 lead.

HUGE goal line turnover on downs for @Bishop_Shanahan ! @FootballDwest still up 2-0 4:51 quarter 1 @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/tFlj2IVwvF

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 10, 2024

@Bishop_Shanahan Touchdown! Julian Haylock bulls it across on a 14 yard run. Eagles up 7-2 over @FootballDwest 9:04 until halftime @DWHSAthletics @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/FcLrJmyRWu

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 10, 2024

Downingtown West came right back to lead at halftime. QB Cole Bricker to JD Weller to make it 8-7 at the break.

@FootballDwest comes right back! 23 yards from QB Cole Bricker to JD Weller. XP is no good so @DWHSAthletics up 8-7 over @Bishop_Shanahan 4:33 until halftime @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/sOgw121imm

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 10, 2024

In their first possession of the second half, the Eagles took back the lead. Aquila to Bracken and it was 14-8 midway through quarter three.

It’s a 70 yard pitch and catch for @Bishop_Shanahan from QB Anthony Aquila to Nate Bracken! 14-8 now over @FootballDwest 6:39 quarter 3 @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/MAzlf9ZXx8

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 11, 2024

It only took four plays for West’s QB Bricker to put the Whippets back on top.

It’s a 70 yard pitch and catch for @Bishop_Shanahan from QB Anthony Aquila to Nate Bracken! 14-8 now over @FootballDwest 6:39 quarter 3 @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/MAzlf9ZXx8

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 11, 2024

A wild fourth quarter got started with QB Aquila leading the Shanahan charge back into the lead to open the quarter.

@bishop_shanahan back on top! Anthony Aquila dives across! 2 pointer is no good. 20-15 now over @FootballDwest 11:32 quarter 4 @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @DWHSAthletics pic.twitter.com/Naagbr9bKO

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 11, 2024

Once again, a quick answer for Downingtown West to retake the lead.

A 6 play quick answer by @FootballDwest That’s Mike Taraschi with the finish! 22-20 over @Bishop_Shanahan 9:18 remaining @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/VEhz2et6T6

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 11, 2024

Then came the drive for the ages that won this one for the Eagles, a 20 play, nine-minute drive and Anthony Aquila with the finish. A classic win for Bishop Shanahan.

A 20 play, 9 minute marathon drive that included 3 4th down conversions has QB Anthony Aquila getting in for @Bishop_Shanahan and a 28-22 lead over @FootballDwest :17 left. And that is your FINAL OH MY! @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/X7PGI5zIe4

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 11, 2024

It does not get any easier for the Eagles. Shanahan will face Downingtown East next Friday. The Whippets host Coatesville.

October 11, 2024
Penn State Moves to 5-0 by Handling UCLA 27-11

STATE COLLEGE – A lot has happened in college football since Penn State and UCLA locked horns in 1968. These two programs now going in opposite directions showed which direction they were each going in a hard-fought game Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Penn State looking the part as the topflight program ready for all comers. UCLA, trying to find a combination to bring back the program to its glory days. Penn State (5-0,2-0) scored first and never looked back in a 27-11 Big Ten Conference win over UCLA (1-4, 0-3).

The defense sparked the Nittany Lions performance once again. Penn State consistently held a field position advantage because of its defensive effort the entire game. UCLA managed only 260 yards of total offense with most of that coming in the 4th quarter when Penn State had the game in hand. The Nittany Lion offense again started the game slow. A scoreless first quarter coupled with a less than stellar ground attack will be points of emphasis in the coming week. Nick Singleton did not play for Penn State and the PSU offense only averaged 2.8 yards per carry against UCLA.

Coach Franklin was very positive about his team’s performance. Coach pointed out that Penn State is the only college football team in the nation to start 5-0 in four straight years. This 5-0 start in four straight years by Penn State is the first time the Nittany Lions have done that in school history. Coach said that playing outstanding defense in the third quarter has been special this year. PSU held UCLA to -9 total yards today, and for the season Penn State has only given up 89 total 3rd quarter yards to its opponents through 5 games.

Each team had trouble moving the ball in the 1st quarter. Mid way through quarter two Penn State on a short field took advantage. Drew Allar capped the drive as he snuck across from the 1 with 6:40 left in the 1st half to get Penn State going 7-0. UCLA came back on its next possession. A nice 53-yard pitch and catch from backup QB Justyn Martin to TJ Harden set up a field goal. Martin was pressed into service due to an injury and made his first college start. Penn State has been proficient scoring going into the break and this game would prove no different. With under a minute to go in the 2nd quarter, QB Drew Allar hit who else but Tyler Warren for a 5-yard TD and a 14-3 halftime lead.

A 25-yard field goal on Penn States first 2nd half possession set the tone for the half. The Nittany Lion defense was ferocious, and the Penn State offense was solid. Penn State’s next possession ended with a short TD from Kaytron Allen and a 24-3 lead at the 2:57 mark of the 3rd quarter.

The fourth quarter had Penn State extend the lead with a much-needed confidence building 40-yard field goal by Ryan Barker to make it a 27-3 advantage at the 8:17 mark. UCLA added a TD toss with :16 left to make the final 27-11 Penn State is off to SOCAL and USC next week. UCLA lines up with Minnesota in LA.

October 6, 2024
Penn State Grinds Out 21-7 Big Ten Win Over Illinois

They always say that any conference win is a big win in the Big Ten. A hard-nosed, well Coached Illinois squad came into Beaver Stadium Saturday with upset on their mind. The first half ended in a 7-7 draw, but the Nittany Lions broke through in the second half. A strong defensive effort coupled with a solid offensive ground attack equaled a 21-7 Big Ten win for Penn State over Illinois (3-1, 1-1).

Penn State (4-0, 1-0) averaged over five yards per carry on the ground for the game. Both Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton scored TDs. Allen and Singleton became only the second tandem of PSU backs to rush for over 2,000 yards Franco Harris and Lydell Mitchell were the only other tandem. Drew Allar was efficient through the air but only passed for 135 yards. The glaring weak spot for PSU was the kicking game. Two misses on very makable field goals. and a turnover on downs where a field goal attempt was in order are issues that will need fixing.

Coach Franklin praised the fans influence on the game. Coach said that there were seven plays that the fans caused time outs to be called, or penalties were flagged. Coach Franklin said that a late defensive stand at the Penn State two in the first half was THE KEY to the game. From that point in the game, Coach Franklin said Illinois was held to ONLY 39 total yards by the Nittany Lions.

Both teams came out very effective in quarter one. Illinois’ opening drive was a time-consuming drive to make it 7-0 on a short TD toss by QB Luke Altmyer. Penn State answered right back. Tyler Warren took a direct snap in for a score. The Illini did a great job the rest of the first half in controlling the clock. Penn State was limited to only three more first half possessions and no scores.

Out of the locker room, Penn State marched down to take the lead in quarter three. A direct snap to Tyler Warren again, but this time he handed off to Nick Singleton for a four-yard TD at the 8:38 mark. Two third quarter possessions by Illinois yielded no points. Penn State’s only other third quarter possession was not productive and stalled ending with a turnover on downs at the Illinois 15.

It was a key interception by Penn States AJ Harris that led to the final PSU TD in quarter four. Kaytron Allen finished the scoring with a end zone dive with 1:55 left. 21-7 was the final.

UCLA comes to Happy Valley next week. Illinois is on a bye.

September 29, 2024
Gov. Mifflin Over Muhlenberg 41-6 in Sunday Matinee

Mifflin and Muhlenberg were all set to go Friday night. Then, a threat of gun violence prompted Muhlenberg officials to postpone the game. With home-field issues still present at Muhlenberg, this led to a Sunday afternoon contest at Governor Mifflin. On a gorgeous, uneventful, sun-splashed afternoon, the Mustangs manhandled the Mules 41-6 in an important Lancaster Lebanon League Section Two contest.

Gov. Mifflin was led by RB Grady Garner, QB Javien Pletz and ATH Reece Hohl. Garner had 162 yards on the ground and 2 TDs Pletz had 2 rushing and 2 passing TDs. Hohl had a TD reception and an important end zone interception to end a key Muhlenberg drive.

Garner got Mifflin going on the opening drive and scored the first TD after leading the Mustangs down the field. It was 6-0 at the 3:43 mark of quarter one.

On the first play of the second quarter, Mifflin QB Pletz hits Travis Jenkins on a 73-yard score to make it 14-0 Mifflin after a successful two-point attempt.

The next Mifflin possession had QB Pletz diving across to make it 21-0 with 3:27 until the break.

The last minute of the first half was action-packed. Mifflin stopped Muhlenberg on a 4th down at the Mules 47.

After the kickoff, Muhlenberg got a long TD reception from Mike Miller It was 27-6 Mustangs at the break. Grady Garner scored his 2nd TD of the day to make it 33-6 Mifflin at the 8:23 mark of quarter three.

Reece Hohl’s big defensive INT kept Mifflin in total control through quarter three.

Mifflin controlled quarter four and a Javein Pletz TD was the final nail in a 41-6 win over Muhlenberg for the Mustangs.

Up next for Mifflin is arch rival Wilson WL. Muhlenberg travels to Elizabethtown.

September 22, 2024
Penn State Battles WVU and the Weather to a 34-12 Win

Opening games of any season are always filled with surprises. With Penn State Saturday vs West Virginia, a slow start coupled with a lengthy lighting delay were about all the surprises Penn State could handle. In a contest that started at noon, finished at 6PM and felt like it lasted all day, Penn State came out on top vs the weather and West Virginia 34-12.

Drew Allar and Tre Wallace (117 yards) were money for the Nittany Lions in the 1st half. Allar continued to shine in the 2nd half and finished 11-17 for 216 yards. With the addition of the running game led by Nick Singleton (114 yards) in the 2nd half, PSU pulled away. The PSU defense was physical and flew to the ball all game. WVU only had 85 rushing yards for the game

Both teams started out slow with not much offense in quarter one

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On the first play of quarter two, Allar and Tre Wallace combined on a 50 yard pitch and catch

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On the next Penn State possession Allar hooked up with Ketron Allen from the 20 to make it 13-0

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The Moutaineers had back-to-back productive drives that ended in field goals. It was only a 13-6 lead for PSU heading into the final minute of the first half

But, Penn State saved the best for the last play of the 1st half. With time running down, Tre Wallace made an impossible grab going out of the end zone. It was 20-6 and then the sky opened up, the lighting crashed all around, and a 1 1/2 hour weather delay ensued.

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Penn State took the 2nd half kick and looked reenergized. It was a 40 yard vintage Nick Singleton TD to cap the drive and making it 27-6

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WVU did not give up. The Mountaineers quickly came back to make it 27-12. (2 pointer no good)

A 4th quarter TD from Beau Pribula to Tyler Warren capped the Penn State scoring

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Penn State opens it home schedule with Bowling Green next Saturday. WVU has a date with Albany at home.

August 31, 2024
RECRUITING NEWS: Lex Cyrus to Announce College Commitment at Susquehanna Township HS

Harrisburg, PA, July 8, 2024 – Lex Cyrus, a rising senior at Susquehanna Township School District, will reveal his college choice to play football at a special commitment event. The announcement will take place on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Susquehanna Township High School auditorium located at 3500 Elmerton Ave. Lex Cyrus has established an impressive record in both track and football throughout his high school career. His notable achievements include:

Track & Field:
• 2023 PIAA State Track & Field Champion (100m dash)
• 3-time PIAA State Track & Field Medalist
• 6-time District III Track & Field Medalist
• PIAA District 3 and Mid Penn Conference 100m record holder
• Susquehanna Township School District record holder in the 100m and 200m dash
• 2-time PIAA Track & Field All State Team member
• 3-time Mid-Penn Track & Field All Star

Football:
• Rated a 4-star Wide Receiver (WR) by 247 Sports, On3 Recruiting, ESPN, and Rivals
• Ranked 27th nationally among WRs and 5th in Pennsylvania for the class of 2025
• Holds over 30 Division I Scholarship Offers
• Selected for the US Army High School All-American Bowl Game
• Named MVP at the US Army High School All-American Combine
• Recognized as a US Army High School All-American and Under Armor ‘Up Next’ selection
• 2023 Eastern PA Football All-State and PA Football News All-State selection
• 2023 Mid Penn Conference 1st Team All Star WR and Return Specialist

Football Stats:
• Junior Year: 67 catches, 1,115 yards receiving, 14 total touchdowns
• Sophomore Year: 30 catches, 630 yards receiving, 6 total touchdowns
• Freshman Year: 25 catches, 520 yards receiving, 5 total touchdowns

The Susquehanna Township School District invites the community to join in celebrating Lex Cyrus’s remarkable achievements and supporting him as he takes the next step in his athletic and academic career.

July 8, 2024
Archbishop Wood Wins 2024 Eagles PA Girls Flag League Title 34-14 Over Gwynedd Mercy

The Philadelphia Eagles sponsored Girl’s flag teams in NJ and PA this year. Saturday at the Eagles Novacare complex the league championship games were held. The final four PA teams featured were Palumbo, Abington, Gwynedd Mercy and Archbishop Wood. Archbishop Wood came away the champion with a convincing 34-14 win over Gwynedd Mercy. Wood had advanced to the championship game by defeating Palumbo 33-0. Thank you to the Eagles especially Dan Levy Youth Football and Community Relations Manager.

@Wood_Vikings 2024 @Eagles Girls Flag League Champions! @JalenHurts @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/CeZVm9Bfrg

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 2, 2024

League MVP from @Wood_Vikings Ava Renninger hits Sophia Topakas to set up a Lauren Greer score XP is no good 6-0 over Gwynedd early in the 1st half 2024 @Eagles Girls Flag League Championship @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce e pic.twitter.com/JfyXxy1IFB

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

Brigid Johnston gets through the Gwynedd D for the score! @Wood_Vikings up 14-0 with a 2 pointer 12 minutes in the 1st half 2024 @Eagles Girls Flag League Championship @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/ZmIm2IXO5a

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

Gwynedd with a quick score on a long TD by Krista Quinn. XP good @Wood_Vikings still up 14-7 https://t.co/PPL18zgjai

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

Brigid Johnston gets through the Gwynedd D for the score! @Wood_Vikings up 14-0 with a 2 pointer 12 minutes in the 1st half 2024 @Eagles Girls Flag League Championship @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/ZmIm2IXO5a

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

Lauren Greer the shovel pass this time for the @Wood_Vikings score XP good. 21-7 over Gwynedd late in the 2:30 left 1st half 2024 @Eagles Girls Flag League Championship @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce e pic.twitter.com/Igj7JRp9ID

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

Renninger to Lauren Greer for @Wood_Vikings Brigid Johnson gets the TD XP is good 13 minutes left and it’s 28-14 Wood over Gwynedd 2024 Girls Flag League Championship @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce e pic.twitter.com/uRddmlhmcg

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

What a game by @Wood_Vikings Team Captain Lauren Greer with this key INT. A late long TD pass from Renninger to Topakas of @Wood_Vikings and a 34-14 win over Gwynedd Mercy in the 2024 @Eagles Girls Flag League Championship @HSFBamerica @NFLFLAG @NFL @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/htbOTdpf8Q

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) June 1, 2024

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May 22, 2024
TWITTER (X) RECAP: Dallas Knocks Out Bishop McDevitt 26-23 in Double Overtime

SLATINGTON – When two undefeated teams meet this late in the season it is usually a very tight battle. District Three Champ and defending State 4A Champion Bishop McDevitt came into its 4A semifinal matchup with Dallas from District Two Friday night as a solid favorite. Each team squeaked by opponents last week to survive and advance in the 4A bracket.

This 4A semifinal game turned into a hard-fought, see-saw affair from the start. In the end, the Dallas special teams proved to be the deciding factor in the game. The Mountaineers’ Rowan Laubach kicked a 26-yard field goal in Double Overtime to defeat Bishop McDevitt 26-23 and send Dallas to the 4A title game in Cumberland Valley. The loss ended a 26-game winning streak by Bishop McDevitt.

Special teams play was the deciding factor in the Dallas victory. The Mounts blocked a punt and turned it into a touchdown. They recovered two onside kicks and one led to a go-ahead TD. They blocked an extra point and a field goal in the second overtime. Rowan Laubach kicked two field goals including the game-winner. They held the vaunted Crusader kick and punt return game in check in the contest. Not a bad night’s work.

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McDevitt’s initial TD drive was the only point in a defense-dominated first quarter. It was 7-0 McDevitt after one.

@McD_Football_ first possession a ground attack down the field finished off by Nazir Jones-Davis. 7-0 over @DallasMountsFB 3:44 quarter 1 @PIAASports 4A semifinal @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/oLdvD3BUA0

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

Halfway through quarter two, Dallas broke through. A blocked McDevitt punt was turned into a TD. An onside kick ensued and was recovered by the Mounts. As we closed out the half, Nick Farrell’s TD for Dallas put the Mounts up 13-7 at the break over the Crusaders.

Oh my! @DallasMountsFB block a @McD_Football_ punt and it’s a scoop and score! Tied at 7 @DallasMountsFB then recover the on sides kick ! The @DallasMountsFB Nick Farrell a circus grab from QB Brady Zapoticky finishes the drive and makes it 13-7 at half as the XP is blocked.… pic.twitter.com/Cj43gxPh4Y

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

We had lots of action in quarter three, but only one score. The Crusaders’ Rico Scott caught a TD toss in a crowd from Saunders to tie the game at the end of quarter three.

They do it again! @DallasMountsFB recovers an on sides kick on the 2nd half kickoff! Up 13-7 over @McD_Football_ @PIAASports 4A semifinal @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/2TuLGjH1dN

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

A 37 yard field goal by @DallasMountsFB is no good. @DallasMountsFB still up 13-7 over @McD_Football_ 5:08 quarter 3 @PIAASports 4A semifinal @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/rKqAuXWOW4

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

On a 4th and 10 from the 20, @McD_Football_ QB Stone Saunders hits Rico Scott for the TD! The extra point is BLOCKED @McD_Football_ and @DallasMountsFB are tied at 13 as we end quarter 3 of the @PIAASports 4A semifinal ! Here we go! @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/xsCG6QNIjk

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

The fourth quarter was all about the kickers. Laubach with one more for the Mounts, then Gerard Lulinda drills the equalizer with under a minute left in regulation.

And that’s Roland Laubach booting through the field goal for @DallMountsFB and a 16-13 lead over @McD_Football_ in the @PIAASports 4A semifinal 9:34 remaining. Hang on to your hats! @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/gtWDfcbRkY

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

Gerard Lulinda for @McD_Football_ from 30…..and it’s through! Tied at 16 with @DallasMountsFB :44 left in regulation @PIAASports 4A semifinal! @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @boblongsports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/JNX4KfnDD6

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

And onto overtime we went. Each team scored a TD and extra point in the first OT.

@DallasMountsFB Nate Malarkey the TD reception XP is good. 24-16 @McD_Football_ turn in the 1st OT @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/4DFP1RcCEX

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

Look at the effort by @McD_Football_ Jones-Davis XP is good. Going to 2nd OT with @DallasMountsFB 23 all. @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/mWNGLTwlCd

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

In the second overtime, Dallas blocked a McDevitt field goal attempt to start. Dallas was next. In came Rowan Laubach on second down for his field goal attempt. When it went through, everything and everyone in baby blue came unglued. The Mountaineers had earned a berth in the 4A championship Thursday Night.

@DallasMountsFB has shocked the @PIAASports world! Rowan Laubach the game winning field goal following a block of a @McD_Football_ field goal to win 26-23 in Double OT in the @PIAASports 4A semifinal. OH MY! @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/dDHTyT3zM7

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 2, 2023

December 2, 2023
Penn State Pulls Away From Rutgers 27-6

STATE COLLEGE – This week was quite different than most weeks have been in Happy Valley for some time. On the heels of a difficult loss to Michigan, a Coordinator dismissal, and the damage control of a season gone sideways, Penn State took the field on a senior day to face Big Ten foe Rutgers. In typical 2023 fashion PSU started slowly. Beau Pribula took over at quarterback for an injured Drew Allar in the third quarter. Drew engineered a four-point half-time time lead, into a 27-6 comfortable conference win for Penn State (9-2, 6-2) over Rutgers (6-5, 3-5) Saturday afternoon.

Pribula revived an anemic first-half ground game and led Penn State in rushing on the day with 71 yards and an 8.9 yards per carry average. Kaytron Allen contributed 69 yards and 2 TDs on the ground. The Nittany Lion defense stepped up big all day. They forced three turnovers and had 3 sacks.

Chop Robinson the sack and forced fumble for @PennStateFball Nittany Lions now driving up 13-6 over @RFootball as we end the 3rd quarter @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/OmKBBolh6O

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

“When Beau entered the game, he provided some diversity in the running game and helped us a lot,” said Coach James Franklin in his post-game press conference. Considering the week that was, Coack Franklin said he was “pleased with his staff and his players both organizationally and leadership-wise.” Coach Franklin spoke from the heart for much of the press conference. Coach Franklin said he was proud of the fact that the Penn State football program is built on people and relationships.

One of the feel-good stories for Penn State this year has been Kicker Alex Felkins. Alex has turned the question mark of field goal kicking into the most solid portion of Penn State special teams. Alex credits this year’s consistency to a stronger belief in his kicking mechanics. In past years Alex would adjust his style if he missed a kick. This year, Felkins has stayed true to his kicking motion and the Nittany Lions have sure benefited. Felkins booted two field goals Saturday including a 48-yarder.

Alex Felkins drills a 48 yard Field Goal to extend the @PennStateFball lead over @RFootball to 13-6 with 4:55 left in the 3rd quarter @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/z4yLfHD33J

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

Rutger’s opening drive got the Scarlet Knights a 3-0 lead early and that’s how quarter one ended.

Nice opening 14 play 61 yard drive for @RFootball Jai Patel drills a Field Goal from 34 yards and it’s 3-0 over @PennStateFball 4:43 quarter 1 @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/XRnDBEoU19

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

Penn State finally got on the board early in the 2nd quarter via Kaytron Allen

Touchdown @PennStateFball ! Keytron Allen follows his blockers in for a 2 yard TD. @GoPSUsports now up on @RFootball 7-3 11:36 until halftime @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/5h2E8haJTp

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

Field goals by both teams closed out the first half. Penn State held a 10-6 lead at the break,

@PennStateFball capitalizes on a @RFootball turnover with a 21 yard Alex Felkins Field Goal. 10-3 @GoPSUsports up with 8:44 until halftime @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/6JbvZJ7JKZ

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

@RFootball on the board again as we end the first half. Jai Patel a 28 yard Field Goal this time so @PennStateFball up 10-6 at the break @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/x2SwGOl4xM

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

Early in quarter three starting QB Drew Allar was knocked out of the game. In came back up Beau Pribula. And with Beau came a whole new dynamic to the Penn State offense. Beau took chunks of yardage on his designed runs and PSU turned them into points.

Alex Felkins drills a 48 yard Field Goal to extend the @PennStateFball lead over @RFootball to 13-6 with 4:55 left in the 3rd quarter @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/z4yLfHD33J

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

Touchdown @PennStateFball ! Keytron Allen his 2nd TD of the day makes it @GoPSUsports 20 @RFootball 6 14:14 remaining in this one @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/gN2gbnUb7z

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

Beau Pribula scores the final TD for @PennStateFball in the Nittany Lions 27-6 win over @RFootball today at Beaver Stadium @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/VJqifMLZlC

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 18, 2023

On a short, short week Penn State is off to face Michigan State in its Big Ten finale. Rutgers hosts Maryland next week.

November 18, 2023
Penn State Falls to Michigan 24-15

(State College) As game week evolved, all the talk about Michigan Penn State was anything but about the game. All the conversation during the week was about the Big Ten conference and how it would deal with a sign stealing controversy at Michigan. The Big Ten suspension of Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh was all the talk before the game. Once the game started, all the talk was about the stellar hard-nosed play of the Wolverines. The Penn State (8-2, 5-2) offense had no answer for the Michigan (10-0, 7-0) defensive pressure. The Wolverines took advantage of a Penn State turnover and won the field position battle to come away with a 24-15 Big Ten conference win Saturday. The loss all but eliminates Penn State from Big Ten Championship contention.

Blake Corum was outstanding running the ball for Michigan. Corum had 145 yards and 2 TD’s for Michigan. Despite not having a sack, the Michigan defense disrupted the Penn State passing game all afternoon. Drew Allar was limited to only 70 passing yards.

Oh wow Blake Corum a 30 yard YD for @UMichFootball It’s going the wrong way for @PennStateFball UofM up 24-9 4:09 left @B1Gfootball @EPAFootball @PremiunSports https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/vSEoBq8NQX

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

This picture says it all. @PennStateFball goes down to @UMichFootball 24-15 in State College @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/KXNdn2xIjK

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

Penn State’s best drive of the day was it first possession. A 13 play drive stalled deep in Michigan territory and Alex Felkin came through one again to put Penn State on top.

A 13 play @PennStateFball drive yields a 20 yard Alex Felkins field goal. @GoPSUsports up 3-0 over @UMichFootball 2:17 quarter 1 @B1Gfootball @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/7gu3qO2M9A

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

Michigan had back-to-back time-consuming TD drives in quarter two to jump out 14-3.

Michigan Touchdown. Blake Corum across from the 3 to give @UMichFootball a 7-3 lead over @PennStateFball 11:56 until halftime @EPAFootball @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/iFbyPBCgfT

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

Donovan Edward’s 22 yards for the @UMichFootball TD. Now 14-3 over @PennStateFball 6:07 until halftime. Oh my. @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/SW4DORlrUo

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

Penn State mounted a gut check drive late in the first half. Drew Allar weaved his way 11 yards on a quarterback draw for a TD. A 2-point attempt failed and so it was 14-9 at the break.

Touchdown @PennStateFball ! Drew Allar an 11 yard QB draw a two point attempt is no good. @UMichFootball maintains 14-9 lead as we go to halftime @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/itiDWy8v5q

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

Penn State third quarter dominance was anything but against Michigan. Michigan extended the lead to 17-9 in the quarter that was dominated by two very good defensive squads.

Penn State had numerous chances to close the gap in quarter four. Instead, following a turnover on downs deep in its own end, Blake Corums 30-yard TD run was the dagger making it 24-9 Michigan with 4:15 left. Penn State never game up. Allar to Johnson made it 24-15 with 1:59 left, but it was to little to late for the Nittany Lions. Michigan is off to College Park Maryland next week. Penn State hosts Rutgers.

Theo Johnson scored the last @PennStateFball TD on an 8 yard pass from Allar with 1:59 left to make it 24-15 in favor of @UMichFootball @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/sgo58ChGp7

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 11, 2023

November 12, 2023
Penn State No Trouble with Maryland 51-15

(College Park, MD) It’s never easy in the Big Ten, especially on the road. Penn State needed late game heroics to dispatch an undermanned Indiana squad last week in Beaver Stadium. Next for the Nittany Lions came a road test against a reeling Maryland squad. After a promising start to the season, the Terps were in nothing to lose mode at home after three straight conference losses. Again, Penn State (8-1, 5-1) had a lackluster first half. But in this contest PSU poured it on in with 30 second half points and came away with a 51-15 win over the Maryland Terrapins (5-4, 2-4).

Penn State QB Drew Allar was at his best all game long. Allar was 25-34 for 240 yards with 4 TDs. The offensive line provided Drew a clean pocket all game long. Allar looked sharp and confident throwing every route in the offense. The running game had a tough time all day against a stout Terrapins defensive line. Kaytron Allen did manage 91 yards. The defense again came up with some eye-popping numbers. The Nittany Lions D forced 4 turnovers and held Maryland to -49 yards rushing thanks to 6 sacks.

Marland’s QB Taulia Tagovalica started the game with 17 straight completions and a TD. TT finished with 286 yards passing and 2 TDs on a 29-39 afternoon.

“We won and we got better this week” said Penn State Coach James Franklin following the victory. Coach Franklin liked the fact that the Nittany Lions were able to grind out a running game against a Maryland D stacked against the run. Coach Franklin was exceptionally pleased with the special team’s performance of Kicker Alex Felkins. Felkins was 3-3 on field goals all between 30 and 39 yards.

Penn State finally got going mid-way through quarter one. A favorable outcome on a review gave Penn State a TD pass from Allar to Dante Cephas. As the first quarter ended Penn State unveiled a goal line package featuring both Allar and Beau Pribula. Allar made a fine ad lib play off a reverse from Pribula to get the score to 14-0 on the final play of quarter 1.

@PennStateFball recovers a @TerpsFootball fumble but can’t take advantage 7-0 Nittany Lions 5:56 quarter 1 @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/kLnnwmXesb

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 4, 2023

Can you say “Nittany Special” ? Pribula flips to Allar who add libs a toss to Theo Johnson all for a 2 TD pass. @PennStateFball 14 @TerpsFootball 0 as we end quarter one! Oh my! @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/hTaDpWiZwS

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 4, 2023

Maryland made it a ball game in the 2nd quarter with a TD toss from Tagovailoa.

On his 17th straight completion @TerpsFootball QB Taulia Tagovailoa hits Roman Hemby on a 7 yard TD. @PennStateFball still up 14-7 7:59 until halftime @EPAFootball @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/WNrGWREpa5

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 4, 2023

Allar took control in the next Penn State drive. It was 21-7 at halftime when Drew hit Tyler Warren on an 8-yard TD toss.

The only scoring in quarter three was an Alex Felkins field goal.

A look at Alex Felkins 30 yard field goal the gave @PennStateFball a 24-7 lead over @TerpsFootball 6:08 left in quarter 3 @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/a6eVNDDSRU pic.twitter.com/dpVUR2am4U

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 4, 2023

Penn State pulled away with 27 fourth quarter points to make the final 51-14.

Penn State is at home next week for a pivotal game with Michigan. Maryland faces Nebraska in Lincoln.

November 5, 2023
Penn State Escapes From Indiana 33-24

It is understandable that a team might come out a bit flat after an emotional loss the week before. There is never an easy game in the Big Ten. Couple a tough loss with an emotional opponent and you have the opportunity for a big time upset. No quit Indiana came into Beaver Stadium and fell behind by 10 midways through the third quarter. The Hoosiers (2-6, 0-5) then fought back to lead Penn State by 3 with 2:58 remaining. Then Drew Allar did what he was brought to Penn State to do. Drew led a gut check final drive hitting KeAndre Lambert-Smith in stride for a go ahead 57-yard TD with 1:46 left. The defensive forced a late safety to give Penn State (7-1, 4-1) an exciting hard fought 33-24 win over Indiana.

Indiana outgained Penn State 349-342 in this back-and-forth battle. Penn States ability to grind out a running game proved to be the difference in this one. The Nittany Lions had a 35 minute to 24-minute time of possession edge. Keytron Allen squeezed out 81 yards to lead Penn State in rushing. Needless to say, KeAndre Lambert-Smith with his 96 yards and the game winning TD grab paced the receiving Corp for Penn State.

Coach James Franklin called the win “Awesome” Coach Franklin called Drew Allars performance as “Awesome” James mentioned that Drew Allar set an NCAA record in the game for the most completions without an interception. Unfortunately, the streak was broken by Indiana late in the fourth quarter. The Hoosiers turned the INT into an important game leading Indiana field goal.

Indiana played an outstanding first quarter. Two long TD passes from QB Brenden Sorsby of 90 and 69 yards had the Hoosiers up 14-7. Quarter two belonged to Penn State. A rushing TD by Nick Singlton and a 50 yard field goal put the Nittany Lions up 17-14 at the break.

Nick Singleton in from the 2 for @PennStateFball ! Tied at 14 with @IndianaFootball 2:09 until halftime @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/0K1Pu6MjjH

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

Felkins 51 yard field goal is no good. @indianafootball still up on @PennStateFball 14-7 10:16 quarter 2 @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54qBaz pic.twitter.com/o3XwwGKIAr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

Alex Felkins a 50 yard field goal as the first half ends! @PennStateFball now up 17-14 on @IndianaFootball @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/FgmU9qvFk5

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

Drew Allar and Theo Johnson extended the lead to 10 in quarter three.

@PennStateFball Touchdown! The Nittany Lions a nice ball controlling drive out of halftime QB Drew Allar hits TE Theo Johnson for a 16 yard TD. Now 24-14 over @IndianaFootball 6:18 quarter 3 @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/2ts5ZWE8Jg

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

There was no backing down for the Hoosiers. Indiana drew within three with 10:54 remaining. Allar threw his first INT of the season to give Indiana the ball deep in the Penn State end. The Hoosiers would tie it up!

And back come the Hoosiers! QB Sorsby his Omar Cooper on a 15 yard Touchdown! @PennStateFball still up 24-21 with 10:54 left. Oh my! @PremiunSports @EPAFootball @B1Gfootball @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/jvx2tSjfW6

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

Chris Freeman’s clutch 35 yard field goal for @IndianaFootball tied it at 24 with @PennStateFball 2:58 remaining @B1Gfootball @Hoosier_Huddle @PremiunSports @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/A1WTkw9YPO

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

Penn State and Allar got the ball back and capitalizes quickly. The game winner came with 1:46 left on a bomb to Lambert-Smith. KeAndre tight roped down the sidelines and tumbled into the end zone for the game winning score. As Beaver Stadium came unglued the defense forced a safety to make the final 33-24.

OMG! Touchdown @PennStateFball ! Drew Allar a strike to KeAndre Lambert-Smith of 57 yards to put the Nittany Lions back up 31-24 a quick safety by the D and our final 33-24. What an ending! @IndianaFootball @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball @EPAFootball https://t.co/shSW54q3l1 pic.twitter.com/FQC8yGg6cB

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 28, 2023

Penn State has another road Big Ten test at Maryland next week. The Hoosiers stagger back home to face Wisconsin.

October 28, 2023
Ohio State Throttles Penn State 20-12

(Columbus) “These are the best two defenses in the country” said Penn State Head Coach James Franklin in his post-game press conference. Ohio State and Penn State strapped in up Saturday in a rock’em sock’em big time Big Ten top ranked tilt. When the dust settled it was the Ohio State defense ruling the day. The Buckeyes (4-0, 7-0) were also able to consistently move the ball on offense and came away with a decisive 20-12 Big Ten Conference win over Penn State (3-1, 6-1).

The Buckeye Defense was dominant all game. Penn State could only muster 49 rushing yards and was only 1-16 on third down. Coach Franklin said the outcome of the game came down to Penn State’s inability to convert on third down and keep drives alive. Ohio State QB Kyle McCord was steady all game long and passed for 286 yards and a TD. His favorite target was Marvin Harrison Jr. Marvin is quickly becoming a matchup nightmare on the outside. Harrison Jr. finished with 11 catches for 162 yards and a TD. Neither team mounted any type of running attack. Drew Allar was harassed in the pocket all game long by Ohio State. Drew finished 18-42 for 191 yards and a TD.

The first quarter was a field position battle. Each team booted through field goals to make 3-3 after 1. Ohio State possessed the ball for most of the 2nd quarter. All the Buckeyes had to show for their efforts was a Miyan Williams two-yard TD run following a pair of time-consuming drives. It was a 10-6 lead at halftime for Ohio State as Alex Felkins connected on another field goal for the Nittany Lions 2nd quarter score.

@OhioStateFB a 33 yard Field Goal by Jayden Fielding on their opening drive of the game. 3-0 over @PennStateFball 10:49 quarter 1 @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball https://t.co/uYyX2fktWE pic.twitter.com/YEiqR2abjM

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

A whole lotta nothing on @PennStateFball first 2 possessions. @OhioStateFB up 3-0 9:20 quarter 1 @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball https://t.co/uYyX2fjW76 pic.twitter.com/AAC6Zywb5l

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

And we are tied! Alex Felkins a 40 yard field goal @PennStateFball and @OhioStateFB all knotted at 3 5:15 quarter 1 @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball https://t.co/uYyX2fjW76 pic.twitter.com/dT2hzbu9Z0

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

This Kyle McCord to Marvin Harrison Jr connection sets up a 2 yard plunge for @OhioStateFB Miyan Williams and a 10-3 lead over @PennStateFball 6:28 until halftime. @GoPSUsports had a defensive score negated by penalty on the drive @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports… pic.twitter.com/WuAxam7SZa

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

Alex Felkins knocks it through again for @PennStateFball @OhioStateFB still leads 10-6 4:00 until halftime @PremiunSports @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/Ll86PfAyyC

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

After a scoreless third quarter, the OSU offense began to click. Two consecutive drives ended in scores The first was a 37-yard Jayden Fielding field goal The 2nd drive ended as McCord hit Harrison Jr. on a pretty 18-yard crossing route and a TD. All of a sudden Ohio State was up 20-6 with 3:10 remaining. Allar and Penn State did not give in. The Nittany Lions best drive of the game closed the gap to 20-12 as Allar hit WR Kaden Saunders for a TD with 2:12 remaining. PSU missed on a 2-point conversion. And that is how it ended with a 20-12 final score. Ohio State travels to face Wisconsin next week and PSU hosts the struggling Indiana Hoosiers.

4th and goal for @OhioStateFB and a HUGE stop for the @PennStateFball D! Still 10-6 in favor of the Bucs as we end quarter 3. Oh my! @B1Gfootball @PremiunSports https://t.co/uYyX2fktWE pic.twitter.com/jeoHweL3TD

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

@OhioStateFB QB Kyle McCord hits Marvin Harrison Jr on a crossing route and Marvin does the rest to make it 20-6 over @PennStateFball with 3:45 left @B1Gfootball @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports https://t.co/uYyX2fktWE pic.twitter.com/6ZHCVc5Hej

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 21, 2023

October 22, 2023
Penn State Rolls Over UMass on Homecoming 63-0

(State College) There was never any doubt that Penn State was going to win its Homecoming game with UMass. It was only by how much the margin of victory was going to be over UMass. Coming into this game after a bye week made things a bit more challenging to get things fired back up for Penn State (6-0).

Following a ho-hum seven-point first quarter, the Nittany Lions poured down on UMass (1-7) like the soaking rain did the entire game. In the end, a strong defensive effort, superior special teams, and a powerful second-half offensive burst equaled a 63-0 Nittany Lion win.

Penn State did just what they needed to do to win in all phases of the game. Good special teams had 56 and 68-yard punt return TDs by Daequan Hardy. They had an efficient passing game with Theo Johnson hauling in two touchdowns. There was a balanced running game that produced four touchdowns by four different players. The defense held UMass to only 45, yes 45 yards. Amazing.

“This is going to change things for us,” Coach James Franklin said about the performance of Daequan Hardy in special teams. Daequan “was the story of the night” with his two punt return TDS according to Coach Franklin. Coach said he was impressed with the Nittany Lion defensive effort once again. The defense “Controlled the game” and was “suffocating all night long.” “We continue to play complementary football.” Coach Frankin feels the team continues to play “winning football.”

Clearly the bye week and status of the opponent had an effect on the Nittany Lions. The only score in the first quarter was a weaving Daequan Hardy punt return at the 4:17 mark. In quarter two Penn State got on track with 71 and 80-yard touchdown drives six minutes apart that broke things open. QB Drew Allar and TE Tyler Warren proved to be a deadly Red Zone combo again. The duo teamed up on a seven-yard touchdown going into the half to make it 28-0 at the break.

The second half continued to demonstrate the Penn State onslaught. Theo Johnson hauled in Drew Allar’s touchdown passes on consecutive possessions. A 68-yard TD punt return by Hardy really blew things open. Trey Potts and Beau Pribula crashed the touchdown party in quarter four to make the final score 63-0.

Penn State’s season is on the brink this week. The Nittany Lions have their pivotal matchup with archrival Ohio State in Columbus next Saturday. We will be there. Strap in.

October 15, 2023
Penn State Impressive In 31-0 White Out Whitewash of Iowa

STATE COLLEGE – You could just feel a collective sigh of relief from the Penn State (4-0) team following a dominant 31-0 win in the “White Out” game against Iowa (3-1) Saturday night. This is still a very young and developing Penn State team. The relief came from this young group handling their first real pressure of this season. The pressure came from playing in and winning the ” White Out” game. Additional pressure came from facing a tough Big Ten West opponent for the first time this season. Needless to say, this young Penn State team is growing up fast and in a big-time way.

The Nittany Lion defense ruled this game from the outset. At no time did Iowa seriously threaten to score in the game. Penn State forced four Iowa turnovers. Iowa finished with 76 total yards and just four first downs. Incredible. Penn State on offense had its issues in the first half but broke the game open in the second half. Using a controlled short passing game, Penn State was efficient on offense. QB Drew Allar was 25-37 for 166 yards, but four went for TDs. Tight end Tyler Warren pulled in two of the four TD passes. Ketron Allen carried the bulk of the rushing load for Penn State and tallied 72 yards.

Head Coach James Franklin lauded his teams’ impressive team performance and statistics. Coach Franklin felt the Nittany Lions played, “really, good, complimentary football.” Coach Franklin pointed out that Penn State has now scored 30+ points in 11 straight games which leads the nation.

Franklin reminded everyone that he Nittany Lions have yet to turn the ball over this season. Penn State had over 45 minutes of time of possession which Coach Franklin said he had never seen before. He was also very proud of a game attendance of 110,832 in less-than-ideal weather conditions. Quarterback Drew Allar said that patience and taking what the defense was giving the offense was part of the Nittany Lion game plan. “This was one of those games where you have to take care of the ball and not force anything, we did a really good job tonight protecting the ball.”

The first quarter was mostly each team probing each other’s defense for some weaknesses. Iowa blinked first with a lost fumble late in the quarter. The Nittany Lions took advantage with a 46-yard Alex Felkins field goal and a 3-0 first-quarter lead. Penn State extended the lead to 10-0 in quarter two with a Drew Allar to Khalil Dinkins 9-yard TD. It ended 10-0 at the break.

Penn Stlly took control in quarter three. Two drives over 70-yard in the quarter ended with Allar to Tyler Warren’s short TD passes and a 24-0 lead after quarter three. In quarter four Iowa gave Penn State a second chance deep in their end on a penalty and Allar made the Hawkeyes pay with a TD to KeAndre Lambert Smith for a 31-0 lead which was the final.

Northwestern is next up for Penn State. Iowa hosts Michigan State next week.

September 24, 2023
Cocalico Controls Lampeter-Strasburg 24-10

DENVER – Section Four of the Lancaster Lebanon League is as competitive as it gets in PA high school football. Friday night two league arch rivals Cocalico and Lampeter-Strasburg went toe to toe. When the dust settled, the Cocalico Eagles (4-1) vaunted running attack prevailed over L-S (4-1) 24-10.

The Cocalico offensive line performed admirably all night long. Drive after drive, the road graders up front just kept clearing the way for the Eagles ground attack. The Eagles defense forced two important drive-stopping interceptions as well.

Cocalico set the tone early. The Eagles held L-S in check on its opening drive and then marched the length of the field on its opening possession.

@CocalicoSports Touchdown! QB Josh Meyer dives across from the 1 to cap the Eagles clock eating opening drive. It’s 6-0 over @LSFootball1 2:47 quarter 1 @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/ZHGcolcI6T

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 22, 2023

Cocalico extended the lead in quarter two, where else but on the ground.

How did Sam Steffey get through there? 27 yards for the @CocalicoSports TD! 2 pointer is good. 14-0 over @LSFootball1 10:03 until halftime. Oh my! @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @AndyBrackets pic.twitter.com/7GA2LN6anB

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 22, 2023

The Eagles’ special teams stepped up with a nice field goal in quarter two.

Todd Becker boots a 34 yard field goal for @CocalicoSports and it’s 17-0 over @LSFootball1 1:15 until halftime @LancLebLeague @HSFBamerica @AndyBrackets @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/XNToc5L5H1

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 22, 2023

L-S best drive of the first half yields a field goal to close it to 17-3 at the break.

At the first half horn it’s Peter Fiorello with a 35 yard field goal to get @LSFootball1 on the board. @CocalicoSports still on top 17-3 at halftime. Great las two minutes of the first half. @HSFBamerica @AndyBrackets @LancLebLeague @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/tDpI9UEGm6

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 22, 2023

L-S started out in the 2nd half with a good drive. The Pioneers get near the goal line but come up empty.

@CocalicoSports with a big block of an @LSFootball1 field goal attempt Eagles still up 17-3 6:15 quarter 3 @HSFBamerica @AndyBrackets @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/RaX1a9Neke

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 23, 2023

On its next drive, L-S gets the ball in the end zone to draw within 17-10.

Oh man watch @LSFootball1 QB Trent Wagner hit Drexton Frank in stride. Two plays later Wagner hits Dean Herr for the TD. @CocalicoSports still hanging on to a 17-10 lead 2:20 quarter 3. Here we go! @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @AndyBrackets pic.twitter.com/XGuyNsOwXT

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 23, 2023

Cocalico struck right back with a 75-yard Longenecker TD run to make it 24-10. Most of quarter four was a defensive struggle and ball-control drives by Cocalico. L-S could not mount a drive and we finished 24-10 for the Eagles. Cocalico travels to meet a tough ELCO squad next week. L-S hosts Octorara.

Aaryn Longenecker the INT this time for @CocalicoSports Still up 24-10 over @LSFootball1 9:34 quarter 4 @LancLebLeague @HSFBamerica @AndyBrackets @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/p9CeWAb22D

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 23, 2023

September 23, 2023
Wyomissing Takes the Brawl 35-7 Over Berks Catholic

WYOMISSING – When Wyomissing and Berks Catholic face off in any sport it is a very emotional game. Each year when they face off in football, it ranks as one of the premier sporting events in the Berks County sports calendar. On a sun splashed afternoon, Wyomissing (4-0) broke open a tight contest late in the first half and came away with a 35-7 victory over Berks Catholic (1-3).

Freshman Justice Hardy put his stamp on this contest in a big way. Hardy had a TD rushing, a pick six that broke the game open late in the first half and a 31-yard TD reception in the 2nd half. A solid defensive effort by the Spartan defense kept the Saints offense in check all game long.

Wyomissing sent a message early when its first offensive play was a 57 yard TD by Senior Drew Forrey.

Touchdown @WyoFootball ! First offensive play for @Wyospartans Andrew Forrey 57 yards to the house! 7-0 over @BerksCatholicFB 9:17 quarter 1 @Wyospartans @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/Bv4FkIbfTJ

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 16, 2023

On Wyomissing’s second possession Justice Hardy scored his 1st of three TDs on the day.

2 Possessions 2 TDs for @WyoFootball Justice Hardy in from the 5 and the @Wyospartans out to a 14-0 lead over @BerksCatholicFB 3:44 quarter 1 @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL pic.twitter.com/hfRkNfOkzP

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 16, 2023

Berks Catholic hung tough. Devin Garcia brought the Saints to within 7 with this TD plunge.

Touchdown @BerksCatholicFB ! Devin Garcia powers across @WyoFootball still up 14-7 10:02 quarter 2 @Wyospartans @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/KGd9z7hD4M

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 16, 2023

Most of the 2nd quarter was a defensive stand off. Then as we came to halftime Berks Catholic scored two TDs in only 11 seconds to break the game open. A punt return by Ethan Bowers and then a pick six by Justice Hardy.

And there goes @WyoFootball Ethan Brower 67 yards with the punt for a TD! @Wyospartans extends the lead to 21-7 over @BerksCatholicFB Next BC play a 20 yard pick 6 by @WyoFootball Justin Hardy 28-7 1:00 until halftime OH MY! @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/kEgazQ5Bnh

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 16, 2023

The only scoring of the 2nd half was this 36-yard TD from QB Logan Hyde to Justice Hardy.

Wyomissing moves on to host ELCO next Saturday in a Lancaster Lebanon League Section 4 clash. Next week’s league game for Berks Catholic is a road contest at Donegal.

Sweet 36 yard pitch and catch from @WyoFootball QB Logan Hyde to Justice Hardy. @Wyospartans pulling away 35-7 over @BerksCatholicFB 1:49 quarter 3 @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/FiLt0ICYoW

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 16, 2023

September 17, 2023
Penn State Cruises Past FCS Delaware 63-7

There was a very surprising stat this week as Penn State prepared for its first ever meeting with Delaware. The Nittany Lions had only a 116-79-12 all-time record against teams that are currently in the FCS. All history aside, it was no match at Beaver Stadium Saturday afternoon. Penn State scored 35 first half points in route to an easy 63-7 victory.

Coach James Franklin felt Penn State’s offensive performance was “very efficient”. Coach also felt that the teams “consistent special teams” play and the ability to play ” a ton of guys” were positives the team can take from the victory.

Penn State racked up 541 total yards and just over 42 minutes time of possession. Blue Hens could only muster 140 yards. Kaytron Allen was the work horse on offense for the Nittany Lions with 103 yards rushing and a TD. Nick Singleton added 3 TD’s rushing. QB Drew Allar was efficient with a 22-26 204 and 1 TD performance. Drew also ran in a TD. Abdul Carter once again paced a balanced defensive effort.

The running attack was clicking early for Penn State. Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen each had a TD in quarter one. As the first quarter wound down Marcus Yarns gave Delaware some life with a 65 yard TD run.

Singleton kept it going in quarter two with two more TDs Drew Allar has a TD pass and Penn State never looked back.

September 9, 2023
Tri-County All Star Game Player Interviews Chris Busby Octorara, Jack Reed Hempfield

Chris Busby of Octorara and Jack Reed of Hempfield are getting ready for the Tri-County All Star game presented by the Manheim Touchdown Club. Chris and Jack talk about the journey to play and the game and what comes next. EasternPAFootball.com is broadcasting the game on Fox43.com at 7PM on May 26th.

May 20, 2023
Tri-County All Star Game Preview Head Coach’s Interviews George Eager and Matt Bauer

George Eager of Hempfield and Matt Bauer of Exeter Twp. are the Head Coach’s for the 21st annual Tri-County All Star game. We had a chance to speak to both men ahead of the EasternPAfootball.com broadcast on May 26th.

May 18, 2023
Tri-County All Star Game Preview Mike Williams Interview

Easternpafootball.com and Sports Stream Premium Network are broadcasting the Manheim Touchdown Club Tri County All Star Game May 26th at 7PM. The game will be Livestreamed on Fox-43.com PSFCA Hall of Famer Mike Williams heads up the Manheim Touchdown Club. We spent a few minutes with Mike to talk about the new tradition of the Lancaster All Stars vs the Lebanon/Berks All Stars in this year’s game.

May 14, 2023
Penn State Blue White Game Goes to the Blue 10-0

The traditional end-to-spring practice across the nation in division one football is always the Spring inter-squad game. Penn State brought back a more traditional game format for the Blue-White game this year. The format was engaging and entertaining for the estimated 63K fans in attendance. In the end, the Blue squad, led by a very tough defense, came out on top by a score of 10-0.

Blue D has been tough all game. 10-0 over White after 3 quarters @PennStateFball @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/SPqFHRKHIw

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 15, 2023

Coach James Franklin said the Nittany Lions had a great spring and Coach saw value in this “competitive event.” Coach Franklin singled out the performance of RE Omari Evans. Coach Franklin pointed out that Penn State needs a receiver to step up into the third receiver role. Evans’s five reception, 80-yard performance made Coach Franklin take notice. Coach Franklin summed up the spring by saying, “We are in a good place right now.”

Play calling was very conservative for both teams. Drew Allar took most of the snaps for the Blue squad. Beau Pribula took most of the White Team snaps. He also took snaps with the Blue team.

Penn State only has two running backs on scholarship. Thus, six running backs carried the ball, trying to impress in the game. No back had more than six carries. Tank Smith’s 13-yard run was the longest carry of the game.

As mentioned, Omari Evans stood out in the receiver group. Freshman Tyler Johnson had a sparkling grab and Kaden Saunders had four grabs.

Nice completion from Pribula to Evans this time sets up a Blue short Field Goal. 10-0 over the White 4:49 until halftime @PennStateFball @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/qfs3Jpvbuf

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 15, 2023

Tyler Johnson of the Blue lays out for this grab as the first half ends. Blue over White 10-0 @PennStateFball @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce @B1Gfootball pic.twitter.com/xs3GC1UIbs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 15, 2023

Coach Franklin also said he is concerned about the punting game.

The Nittany Lions open the season on September second when West Virginia visits Beaver Stadium.

And that does it for @PennStateFball Blue White 2023. Blue takes it 10-0 @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/EhsIWS2Idg

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 15, 2023

April 15, 2023
Harrisburg Blows Past State College 27-7 To Reach 6A Championship

ALTOONA – Mansion Park in Altoona is as well known for its wild weather as it is for being a classic venue for PIAA football games. The 6A Semifinal matchup between State College and Harrisburg would only add to the legion. The first quarter of driving wind and rain turned into three-quarters of gale-force swirling winds that wreaked havoc on passing games and kicks. Effective running games became the priority in moving the football due to the conditions. After a lackluster first half, Harrisburg exploded on the ground in quarter three to advance to the PIAA 6A Championship topping State College 27-7.

Harrisburg running back Kyle Williams had a performance for the ages. The Senior Temple commit ran around and through State College for four second-half TD’s. The Harrisburg Defense always seemed to be in the right spot all game long State College quarterbacks were pressured all game long and never seemed to have any time in the pocket to find open receivers.

The first quarter was dominated by the weather. A driving wind-whipped rainstorm never let either offense get on track or comfortable. Early in quarter two, State College mounted a drive. D’antae Steffy got into the end zone for a Little Lions 7-0 lead. Slippery turf and howling winds took their toll on the offenses for the remainder of the first half. It remained 7-0 State College as we went to halftime.

Harrisburg took the second half kick and things began to click in the running game. With the offensive line leading the way, the Cougars moved the football. Kyle Williams scored on a 33-yard TD run. Williams then added the two-pointer to give Harrisburg an 8-7 advantage. After a quick three-and-out, the Harrisburg offense struck again. Williams plowed in from the one and ther was now a 14-7 Cougar lead. The State College offense again was stymied by the Cougar defense. Harrisburg made it three TDs on three third-quarter possessions with Kyle William’s electrifying 49-yard TD run to make it 20-7.

Kyle Williams scored his fourth TD of the game for Harrisburg on a one-yard run in quarter four. It then turned into a game of keep-away as the Cougars secured a 27-7 victory. Harrisburg moves on to play powerhouse St. Joe’s Prep in the 6A Championship Saturday at 6 PM. The loss was the only blemish to an outstanding season for State College.

Scoring Summary

Final 1st 2nd 3rd 4th T

Harrisburg 0 0 20 7 27

State College 0 7 0 0 7

2nd Quarter

SC – D’Antae Sheffey 11-yard run (Ian Brandt kick good) 7:58

3rd Quarter

H – Kyle Williams Jr. 33-yard run (Kyle Williams run good) 9:36

H – Kyle Williams Jr. 1-yard run (pass no good) 3:53

H – Kyle Williams Jr. 49-yard run (run no good) 1:10

4th Quarter

H – Kyle Williams Jr. 1-yard run (Messi Deounodji kick good) 5:40

December 4, 2022
Pine Richland Throttles Cocalico 34-12 To Advance To The 5A Championship

ALTOONA – One winning streak had to come to an end when Pine Richland and Cocalico played Friday night. Both Pine Richland and Cocalico made miraculous transformations mid-season that propelled them into the PIAA 5A Semi-Final game. Pine Richland capitalized on its opportunities and held the Cocalico running game in check all game long. The Rams earned a spot in the PIAA 5A Championship with a 34-12 victory at historic Mansion Park in Altoona.

QB Ryan Palmeri, RB Ethan Pillar, and RE Brad Gelly paced the Rams in the contest. Palmeri tossed three TD passes and had a rushing TD. Pillar was the force in the Rams’ ground attack and had a TD. Gelly had two TD receptions including a 61-yarder on the second play of the game.

Pine Richard got the opening kick and took a 7-0 lead on the second play. Palmeri hit Gelly down the middle to get things rolling for the Rams. The second Pine Richland possession was a long, time-consuming drive that Palmeri finished with an eight-yard TD run. It was 14-0 after one quarter.

Cocalico was never able to move the ball effectively in the first half. The Pine Richland defense had eight and nine men at the line of scrimmage. Effective pincer moves of the defensive ends and linebackers kept the Eagles’ running lanes clogged all night. Late in the second quarter, Pine Richland got the ball with good field position and took advantage. Palmieri was able to hit Andrew Mellis on a 17-yard TD pass to make it 21-0 at the break.

Cocalico pulled out all the stops in the third quarter to try to get back in the game. The Eagles faked a punt and it led to a TD as Josh Meyer dove in to make it 21-6 P-R. The Rams would have none of that. On the next possession, the Rams’ Ethan Pillar led the way down the field. Pillar’s one-yard run made it 28-6. And the back and forth continued in quarter three. Aaron Longenecker broke off a huge run for Cocalico to set up his short TD run. The score was 28-12 Rams as a two-pointer failed winding down quarter three.

Early in quarter four, Pine Richland iced the game. An almost identical TD pass from Palmeri to Gelly down the middle made the score 34-12. It was only a minute in. The remainder of the fourth quarter had the Pine Richland defense in control. The Rams came away with an outstanding 34-12 win and a berth in the PIAA 5A Championship game for the 2nd time in four years.

December 3, 2022
Harrisburg Defends District 3 6A crown, 44-6 Over Manheim Township

HARRISBURG – Harrisburg High is forging a legacy of excellence in District 3 football. Four of the last six years a District 3 Championship football game has featured the Harrisburg Cougars. In three of those six games, Harrisburg has emerged victorious. The Cougars started with a 5A title back in 2016. Harrisburg has now posted 6A crowns in 2021 and 2022. On Saturday afternoon, at Severance field, the Cougars had no trouble with Manheim Township in a 44-6 victory in a District Three 6A Championship win.

Harrisburg QB Shawn Lee Jr. had an outstanding performance in the win. Lee Jr ran for three scores and had a pitch and catch TD pass to Mahkai Hopkins as well. Hopkins had a TD run to open the game’s scoring.

@HBGCougar_FBall @piaadistrict3 6A Champions! @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/CzU6afQjqQ

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

The first quarter was the Mahkai-Hopkins show. Hopkins ran in a TD on the Cougars opening possession and also scored on a TD pass from Lee. The score was 16-0 after one for Harrisburg.

Mahkai Hopkins blasts it in along with the two pointer on @HBGCougar_FBall opening drive. 8-0 over @MTSD_ATHLETICS 4:32 quarter one @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/atgyMXw0cV

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

@HBGCougar_FBall recovers a @MTSD_ATHLETICS fumble at mid field. Two plays later Shaun Lee and Mahkai Hopkins team up on a 51 yard score! 2 pointer is good again! 16-0 3:23 quarter 1 @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/hus8M2sNVH

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

Quarter two featured two Harrisburg TDs as well. Kyle Williams took back a punt and Lee punched one across for the Cougars to make it 31-0 at the break.

Oh my! Kyle Williams takes the @MTSD_ATHLETICS punt and he does go all the way for @HBGCougar_FBall ! 2 pointer grabbed by Elias Coke it’s now 24-0 Cougars with 9:02 in the 1st half. @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/k8yKyLoxgH

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

@HBGCougar_FBall QB Shawn Lee Jr. in from the 4. The KICK is good! Cougars all over @MTSD_ATHLETICS 31-0 as we end the 1st half of the @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/flWhxsVcGY

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

Manheim’s bright spot was a pick six by Nick Palumbo early in quarter three. Harrisburg just shrugged the TD off and countered with two more Shawn Lee Jr. scores and a 44-6 final score.

Touchdown @MTSD_ATHLETICS ! Nick Palumbo the pick 6! Two pointer is no good. It’s now @HBGCougar_FBall up 31 – 6 10:48 quarter three @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/WwWkWScPie

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

Here is Shaun Lee Jr with the @HBGCougar_FBall TD! Back to a 38-6 lead over @MTSD_ATHLETICS 4:08 quarter three @piaadistrict3 6A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/9FplPiE7np

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

Shawn Lee Jr. again for @HBGCougar_FBall The Cougars literally running away with the @piaadistrict3 6A Championship now up 44-6 over @MTSD_ATHLETICS @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/1eBmgsQagi

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 26, 2022

November 26, 2022
Bishop McDevitt Stops Manheim Central 40-0 In District Three 4A Title Game

HARRISBURG – It just does not get any better than when two storied football programs lock horns in a District Title game. This year’s reclassification in 4A put Bishop McDevitt and Manheim Central on a collision course in District Three. The Crusaders and Barons came into Friday night’s battle with only one blemish each this season. The Crusader defense dominated all game and held the Manheim Central offense in check. Bishop McDevitt came away with an impressive 40-0 District 4A Championship victory.

Bishop McDevitt reeled off several big plays in the contest. The Crusader offensive line also provided consistent running lanes all game long and kept the Barons’ Defense on their heels.

The first quarter surprisingly turned out to be a defensive struggle. Early in quarter two, Bishop McDevitt culminated a grinding, time-consuming drive with a Marquise Williams TD run. The extra point was blocked to make it 6-0. The turning point of the game came on the ensuing Baron possession. McDevitt’s Jaire Rawlinson stepped in front of a pressured Manheim Central pass and darted 67 yards for the score. The Crusaders never looked back. The Bishop McDevitt defense forced a quick three and out and it was the Crusaders’ offense turn once again. Stone Saunders hit Rico Scott from 35 yards, then Saunders hit Marquese Williams on a sparkling 64-yard pitch and catch as the half wound down. We went to the break with Bishop McDevitt up 26-0 over Manheim Central.

The Crusaders removed all doubt on the outcome of this one in quarter three. Early in the quarter, McDevitt’s all-purpose star of the game Rico Scott scored on a 70-yard run. The next Crusader possession was Marquise Williams going in on a 42-yard scamper to finish out the scoring at 40-0.

Bishop McDevitt now moves on to the PIAA tournament. The Crusaders will play the winner of Saturday’s match-up of Bonner-Prendie and Crestwood likely Friday Night at Exeter Twp. High School.

Scoring Summary

Final 1st 2nd 3rd 4th T

Manheim Central 0 0 0 0 0

Bishop McDevitt 0 26 14 0 40

2nd quarter

BM – Marquese Williams 5-yard run (kick blocked)

BM – Jaire Rawlinson 67-yard interception return (Gustavo Garcia kick)

BM – Rico Scott 35-yard pass from Stone Saunders (kick failed)

BM – Marquese Williams 64-yard pass from Stone Saunders (Gustavo Garcia kick)

3rd quarter

BM – Rico Scott 70-yard run (Gustavo Garcia kick)

BM – Marquese Williams 42-yard run (Gustavo Garcia kick)

November 26, 2022
Exeter Township Dominates Dover Area 42-12 in District 3 5A Playoffs

REIFFTON – After a week off, the defending District Three 5A champs, 10-0, Exeter Twp. took the field against an upstart Dover Area squad. For Dover Area, 2022 has been a storybook year. The Eagles rebounded from a 1-9 2021 campaign. Dover had three signature regular season wins and a home playoff win last week. Unfortunately, this feel-good story finally came to an end Saturday night. Exeter Twp. showed a bruising and balanced attack at the outset of this one and defeated Dover Area (9-3) 42-12 in the quarterfinal matchup. Exeter Twp. (11-0) moves on to host Northern York in a District 3 5A Semifinal next Friday night.

Exeter Twp. Quarterback Mason Rotelli was money in this one. Mason tossed five TD passes, four on consecutive throws. Ritchie Karstein led the ground attack and got the tough yards for the Eagles all night long. Ritchie also added a TD in the first quarter.

Exeter jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead in quarter one.

Opening drive of the game @ExeterAthletics QB Mason Rotelli hits Joey Schaffer in stride perfectly for a 71 yard TD. 7-0 over @DoverAreaSports 10:28 quarter one @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PennStateFball @PremiunSports @YAscores pic.twitter.com/w3AoTFFX9b

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

Touchdown @ExeterAthletics Richie Karstein bulls his way in for the score! 14-0 now over @DoverAreaSports 7:58 quarter one @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @YAscores pic.twitter.com/QD8oKbWpIS

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

The Exeter D was tough all night long and the Dover offense was never able to get on track. On the Eagles’ offensive side, the running game moved the ball down the field, then Mason Rotelli tossed it to paydirt. At the break it was all Exeter 35-0.

BIG end zone interception by @DoverAreaSports Zach Townsend as we start quarter 2 of the @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal @ExeterAthletics still up 14-0 @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @YAscores pic.twitter.com/HoJsXMOZpU

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

Touchdown @ExeterAthletics ! Mason Rotelli hits Isaiah Choy for the score! 21-0 now over @DoverAreaSports 4:21 until halftime @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/yzmnuP5vAA

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

@ExeterAthletics QB Mason Rotelli’s 3rd TD pass of the 1st half goes to Zach Zandier 28-0 now over @DoverAreaSports 1:19 until halftime @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @YAscores pic.twitter.com/2Nw9ILqLHg

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

This fine @ExeterAthletics interception return by Alex Pineiro sets up Mason Rotelli’s 4Th TD pass of the first half this one to Jovan Hollis. It’s now 35-0 over @DoverAreaSports at the half @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal Oh my! @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @YAscores @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/hcy3LvLCZs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

Exeter Twp. got its final points on a short TD pass by Rotelli. Dover added two fourth-quarter TDs to make the final score 42-12.

Carter Redding gets in the TD act for @ExeterAthletics 42-0 now over @DoverAreaSports @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal 7:16 quarter 3 @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/Ne7P2Hv3zV

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

Touchdown @DoverAreaSports ! 10 yard TD pass from Aric Campbell to Gavin Mullins @ExeterAthletics on top 42-6 5:51 left @piaadistrict3 5A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/3i768lQlXc

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 13, 2022

November 13, 2022
Manheim Central Back On Track With 63-14 Win Over York Suburban

No team likes to enter the post season on a low note. After nine wins to start the 2022 campaign, Manheim Central took one on the chin in its final game of the regular season. With two weeks to think about its only loss, the Barons came into Friday PIAA District Three 4A Quarterfinal game with York Suburban like a team on a mission. Manheim Central (10-1) jumped out quickly and never looked back. The Barons had no trouble defeating York Suburban (7-5) 63-14. The victory sets up a district three 4A Semi-final matchup with archrival Lampeter-Strasburg.

Leading the way for Manheim Central was junior Running Back Brycen Armold. Brycen tied a Manheim Central school record, scoring six touchdowns. Armold amassed 206 yards rushing in the first half. QB Zac Hahn had two TD passes and managed the Baron offense with precision all game long.

“The offensive line made some huge holes out there tonight and I just ran through them. It’s as simple as that, honestly,” said Brycen Armond. Armond also said the team, “…was extremely motivated” coming into the game due to the loss in its final regular season game.

Here are Manheim Central Head Coach Dave Hahn’s post-game comments.

https://twitter.com/BadgleyBruce/status/1591261040687599616

The record-setting night for Manheim Central’s Brycen Armold got started quickly. Brycen finished the first three Baron possessions with TD runs. It was 21-0 after quarter one.

@BaronSports717 takes the opening kick , moves right down the field. Brycen Armold finishes things off with this short TD run. 7-0 over @YSAthletics 7:56 quarter one @piaadistrict3 4A Quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @YAscores pic.twitter.com/yvMGMQqfyv

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

On a short field after tackling the punter, Armold with his 2nd short TD for @BaronSports717 14-0 now over @YSAthletics 6:17 quarter one @YAscores @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/MZ8PKdZvAH

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

How did he do that? 46 yards this time for Brycen Armold and his 3rd TD of the 1st quarter! @BaronSports717 now out to a 21-0 lead over @YSAthletics 2:24 quarter one @piaadistrict3 4A Quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/6UTd55TWY3

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

Zac Hahn and the passing game took over in quarter two. Armold would not be outdone with two more scores. We went to halftime with Manheim Central in command 49-7.

@BaronSports717 QB Zac Hahn the flip to Rocco Daugherty he break’s away and goes 44 yards for the score! 27-0 over @YSAthletics 4:30 until halftime @piaadistrict3 4A quarterfinal @YAscores @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/JQYJi5rwLk

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

Great blocking on the edge frees up Bode Sipel and he motors 58 yards to a 35-0 @BaronSports717 lead over @YSAthletics 3:29 until halftime @piaadistrict3 4A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @YAscores pic.twitter.com/mVE7TBTnP7

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

That is Brycen Arnold’s 5th rushing TD of the 1st half! Brycen with 206 yards in the half @BaronSports717 looking every bit the #2 seed leading @YSAthletics 49-7 at halftime of the @piaadistrict3 4A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @YAscores @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/iwTaWsYyNx

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

Armold got his record-tying sixth rushing TD in quarter three.

Here is number 6 for Brycen Armold It’s a 41 yard jaunt and @BaronSports717 up 56-7 over @YSAthletics 4:15 quarter 3 @piaadistrict3 4A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/UoLnnVYefb

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

York Suburban never gave in. Check out this sweet TD toss from Rylan Bratton to Dakota Shue at the end of the third quarter.

Touchdown @YSAthletics ! 66 yard TD pass from QB Rylan Bratton to Dakota Shue. @BaronSports717 still in control of this one 56-14 as we end quarter three of the @piaadistrict3 4A quarterfinal @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @YAscores pic.twitter.com/QHe06gElkt

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 12, 2022

Manheim Central got an 80-yard TD run from Jaden Weit to finish the scoring. The Barons host Lampeter-Strasburg, who beat Susquehanna Twp. 52-6, next Friday, in the district three, 4A Semifinal.

November 12, 2022
Steel High District Three 1A Champs Again, 62-6 Over Fairfield

STEELTON – Steel High football is all about legacy, history, and tradition. It’s hard to miss the huge scoreboard showing videos of vintage teams, great games, and famous players of the past when you enter Veterans War Memorial Stadium. With its 62-6 win over Fairfield today and third consecutive District 3 championship, this group of Steel High players and coaches should be cementing their names on that list of all-time great Steel High teams.

Highly sought-after quarterback, Alex Erby, kept the Knights off balance all day. Alex distributed the ball to several Roller playmakers throughout the game and had the Fairfield defense guessing all game long. Durelle Ceasar Jr. was a force on offense and special teams for Steel High as well.

Congratulations @SteeltonRoller @piaadistrict3 1A Champions! @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports https://t.co/Ja12N9TPbw pic.twitter.com/mlpL3MTdQD

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

Steel High wasted no time getting things going and led 28-0 after quarter one.

Underway @AthleticsFasd @SteeltonRoller @piaadistrict3 Championship 2nd play Daquan McGraw in from 36 7-0 Rollers 11:22 quarter-one. @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/YdUquA8SyC

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

@SteeltonRoller on the board again. 30 yards from Alex Erby to Daquan McCraw 14-0 over @AthleticsFasd 8:53 quarter one @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @HSFBamerica @YAscores @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/pqRlX69Ji3

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

It’s Jaeion Perry in from the 10 for @SteeltonRoller 21-0 over @AthleticsFasd 3:03 quarter one @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @YAscores pic.twitter.com/8sAsYO1Jy9

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

Oh my Durrell Caesar Jr. takes the Erby pass 81 yards for the score. End of quarter one @SteeltonRoller 28 @AthleticsFasd 0 @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/07yMfhpmBX

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

Steel High just kept pouring it on. We went to halftime with the Rollers up 62-0.

What a day for Durrell Ceasar Jr. this time a punt return TD for @SteeltonRoller It’s 35-0 over @AthleticsFasd 9:04 until halftime @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @YAscores @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/wO7VfPwnAS

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

What a wild @SteeltonRoller TD ! Alex Erby stripped and ends up recovered in the end zone credited #50 Devon Reid ! 49-0 now over @AthleticsFasd 4:31 until halftime @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/oGin7CCyQr

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

What a sweet Erby to Ceasar Jr. TD reception. @SteeltonRoller then a Eugene Green scoop and score on D 62-0 over @AthleticsFasd at the half @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/HMMOhRpQuE

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

Fairfield did get on the board in the fourth quarter, but the final was 62-6 Steel High.

@AthleticsFasd Touchdown! Andrew Koons the TD toss to Connor Joy! 3:48 remaining @piaadistrict3 1A Championship @SteeltonRoller up 62-6 @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/y9QwqhcqVD

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 5, 2022

November 5, 2022
Berks Catholic Captures Eastern Conference 3A Title, 49-14 Over Pine Grove

READING – There is so much history and tradition surrounding the Eastern Conference Football Championships in PA. The Eastern Conference predates the PIAA and goes back to 1922. Berks Catholic Head Coach Rick Keeley understands that tradition and had his Berks Catholic Saints ready to make some history Thursday Night. After a close first half, BC broke away down the stretch to come away with a 49-14 Eastern Conference Championship victory at the Forino Sports Complex.

JJ Jordan and his four TDs led the way for BC. QB Will Hess had three TD tosses to pace the Saints as well.

Pine Grove got out to a fast start in a back-and-forth first quarter PGA held a 14-7 lead after one.

Yo ! Watch @PGA_Athletics Mason Kroh take the opening kick to the @WeAreBC55 7 3 plays later Lane Lehman punches it in! 7-0 10:40 quarter one #EC3A @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/xGTdyGD1bs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 3, 2022

Touchdown @WeAreBC55 ! 13 yards from Will Hess to Devin Garcia! Tied at 7 with @PGA_Athletics 7:40 quarter one #EC3A @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/frUQSpOCbc

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 3, 2022

Touchdown @PGA_Athletics ! Lane Lehman scores again this time from 13 yards. It’s 14-7 over @WeAreBC55 3:16 quarter one. #EC3A @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/OwOsPalvMs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 3, 2022

Berks Catholic and JJ Jordan got it in gear in quarter two. 14 unanswered in the quarter and BC was up for good 21-14 heading into halftime.

Vintage JJ Jordan for @WeAreBC55 and tie score with @PGA_Athletics at 14 #EC3A Championship 2:55 until halftime @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/hA88zN7Jb3

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 3, 2022

JJ Jordan on the loose again! 32 yard TD as we go to halftime of the Eastern Conference 3A Championship 21-14 @WeAreBC55 over @PGA_Athletics @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/fQnn6FhmoG

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 4, 2022

BC opened it up in quarter three. It was 42-14 after three in favor of the Saints.

Will Hess hits Michael Bradley on a 19 yard score @WeAreBC55 28 @PGA_Athletics 14 8:16 quarter 3 #EC3A @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/jNV0vycVfs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 4, 2022

JJ Jordan in for 3rd TD of the night. @WeAreBC55 35 @PGA_Athletics 14 4:11 #EC3A quarter 3 @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/mj5UOvDPgi

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 4, 2022

JJ Jordan running wild! His 4th TD of the game makes it @WeAreBC55 42 @PGA_Athletics 14 1:01 quarter 3 #EC3A @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/qT9V6hCVSQ

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 4, 2022

Icing on the cake was this Hess to Garcia hook up to make it 49-14 in quarter four.

Devin Garcia in again for @WeAreBC55 on the 1st play of the 4th quarter 49-14 now over @PGA_Athletics #EC3A @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/rBfV73Q8f4

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 4, 2022

November 5, 2022
Ohio State Runs Away From Penn State 44-31

STATE COLLEGE – Number Two Ohio State came into Saturday’s match up as a strong favorite vs the Nittany Lions. They were also riding a five-game winning streak vs Penn State. That’s nothing new against any Big Ten team, as the Buckeyes have dominated the Big Ten conference for the last ten years. Many people felt that after the performance against Michigan, Penn State would have a difficult time containing the Buckeyes.

With a 10-0 OSU lead after the first quarter, many people would not have argued. In quarter, two Penn State showed signs of life. Two TD drives put Penn State ahead going into halftime. A back and forth third quarter, turned into a dominating 28-point fourth quarter Ohio State Roadshow. Ohio State (8-0) dominated the Nittany Lion (6-2) squad 44-31.

Penn State Head Coach James Franklin felt the four turnovers that led to 21 Ohio State points were his team’s downfall in the game. Coach Franklin said, “We have a ton of stuff to be proud of but many things to improve on. We just had way too many mistakes in critical moments.”

The importance of the turnovers to the game’s outcome was exhibited by the statistics. Penn State had more passing and rushing yardage than Ohio State. Parker Washington had an awesome performance at receiver for the Nittany Lions. Parker had 179 receiving yards highlighted by a sparkling 58-yard TD catch and run. PA product Marvin Harrison Jr. was almost unstoppable catching the ball for OSU. Marvin finished with ten catches for 185 yards.

Ohio State jumped out to a 10-0 lead after quarter one.

@OhioStateFB got the scoring started with a Noah Ruggles Field Goal https://t.co/Bxo2R5vMXN pic.twitter.com/nCreGLZoLV

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

As quarter one wound down @OhioStateFB set up its first TD with the nice pitch and catch https://t.co/gvZOfi86f7 pic.twitter.com/Qtu1NEuJKV

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

A miraculous effort by Parker Washington, of Penn State, changed the whole vibe of the game.

Highlight of the year time on this effort by Parker Washington getting to the End Zone for @PennStateFball today https://t.co/xx7YO1b8YC pic.twitter.com/u5dp4fz7tk

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

The next Penn State drive gave the Nittany Lions a 14-10 lead in quarter two.

And then @PennStateFball took the lead on there next possession. We had a ballgame https://t.co/V4ITwKx6TZ pic.twitter.com/3hFIPgPrfY

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

We went into halftime 14-13 after a 37-yard Ohio State Field Goal. Johhny Dixon had a HUGE sack on the last play of the first half for PSU.

What a way to end the first half for @PennStateFball https://t.co/iJmsReGDxe pic.twitter.com/FozxbLwr8o

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

After an Ohio State field goal, the Buckeyes went back out on top 16-14.

Penn State came right back and led 21-16 with 9:26 left.

What a great drive by @PennStateFball to pull back in front in quarter four https://t.co/UQR8HErXxn pic.twitter.com/kkRwY3Q6Hy

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

Then the Ohio State flood gates opened. Four fourth quarter TDs sealed a hard fought 44-31 win over Penn State. Ohio State moves on to play at Northwestern and Penn State is off to Bloomington to face Indiana.

The @OhioStateFB floodgate opened on this 4th quarter TD run today vs @PennStateFball https://t.co/7syig03ksh pic.twitter.com/rb8QRnIC3C

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

TreVeyon Henderson scored 2TDs for the Buckeyes today. https://t.co/cfJyWgjaY6 pic.twitter.com/VtmrgUgwMO

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 29, 2022

October 29, 2022
Penn State Buries The Minnesota Golden Gophers 45-17

STATE COLLEGE – There were lots of questions surrounding Penn State coming into this week’s “White Out” game with Minnesota. Could the Nittany Lions team handle adversity for the first time this year? Would the Penn State Defense be able to handle a physical Big Ten opponent? Could the Offense bounce back after a sub-par performance? The answers were all YES. Penn State (6-1) started slow but poured it on in the quarter two and three to send Minnesota (4-3) packing 45-17 Saturday evening.

Sean Clifford played arguably his best game of the year. Sean was 23-35 for 295 yards and four TDs. The strong passing attack opened up the ground game for the Nittany Lions’ two-headed monster of Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen. Singleton did have TDs of 16 and 30 yards. Curtis Jacobs had 14 tackles to lead the defense. For Minnesota, running back, Mohamid Ibrahim was a workhorse and ran for 102 yards.

Coach James Franklin credited the huge “White Out” crowd as a factor in the game. Coach felt the crowd got the Golden Gophers out of synch early causing five false start penalties. Coach Franklin also felt winning third down was huge on both sides of the ball on Saturday.

@PennStateFball Head Coach James Franklin credits the “White Out” crowd with 5 false start penalties and a factor that kept the @GopherFootball offense out of synch. PSU came out on top 45-17 @PremiunSports @bigten pic.twitter.com/EdoyyfG24M

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

In the first quarter, both teams had difficulty moving the ball. Matt Trickett’s 35-yard field goal for the Gophers.

@GopherFootball Justin Walley with this stellar interception in quarter one set up the first score https://t.co/XaZ8w0b6ej pic.twitter.com/XPaykBdVLf

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

Jake Pinnegar tied it up at three early in quarter two.

Here is Jake’s Field Goal that tied the score at 3 in quarter two. @PremiunSports @bigten https://t.co/nnxnYasQJf pic.twitter.com/0HYYfCa0ma

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

Sean Clifford and the air attack got into high gear in quarter two. Sean hit Tyler Warren and then Theo Johnson for scores on consecutive drives to get the score to 17-3 over Minnesota.

@PennStateFball Tyler Warren splits the @GopherFootball defense for this quarter two TD. https://t.co/otb7xNX8su pic.twitter.com/RWbkUBakek

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

Here is the video of Theo Johnson 2nd quarter TD for @PennStateFball today https://t.co/kWNK8bdDZN pic.twitter.com/iSaSwsK9G2

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

There was no quit in Minnesota. The Gophers pulled to within seven of Penn State, making it 17-10 at the break.

We had a ballgame at halftime of today’s @PennStateFball win over @GopherFootball https://t.co/N0p1wswVaC pic.twitter.com/KHfOJ28b6O

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

This Clifford to Parker Washington TD pass put the momentum of the game back on the Penn State sideline early in quarter three.

Watch this grab by Washington for a third quarter @PennStateFball score today @PremiunSports https://t.co/yhsgrp2a6d pic.twitter.com/PV1YuJCLu7

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

Nick Singleton scored this third quarter TD, and the rout was on.

Check out @PennStateFball Nick Singletons first TD today over @GopherFootball https://t.co/5zwV2j0qD3 pic.twitter.com/wJgBO9nmFP

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 23, 2022

Mitchell Tinsley and Nick Singleton scored fourth-quarter TDs for Penn State. As time was running down, Minnesota scored a TD pass. The final was Penn State 45 Minnesota 17. Penn State has a high noon showdown with Ohio State at Beaver Stadium next week. Minnesota hosts Rutgers.

October 23, 2022
State College Tops Harrisburg 20-6

HARRISBURG – Coming into week eight action, the Mid Penn Commonwealth Title was a three-team race. With Cumberland Valley’s loss Friday night, the State College Little Lions had a chance to take control of the League race Saturday afternoon vs Harrisburg at Severance Field. Using a balanced offensive attack, a solid defensive effort, and flawless special teams, State College (8-0, 5-0) turned back an undermanned Harrisburg (5-2, 4-1) squad 20-6.

Little Lions QB Finn Furmenak managed the game very effectively and had one TD toss. Placekicker Kajetan Kaszubowski had field goals of 33&25 yards with two extra points.

“This is a tough place to play,” said State College Head Coach Matt Lintal. “Any time you come in here (Severance Field) and get a win, it’s a great win.” QB Finn Furmenak said, “We definitely had to do multiple things to keep them off guard today.” “We wanted to use so many of our weapons so they would not know where the ball was going.”

State College struck first in the game. The Little Lions intercepted a Harrisburg pass on the Cougars opening possession and turned it into a Field Goal.

Underway as @SCSDAthletics Kajetan Kazubowski nails a 25 yard field goal! 3-0 over @Hbg_Sch_Dist 7:21 quarter one @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/etCGaS9AY0

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 15, 2022

Harrisburg’s next possession yielded a big play and points. Watch this TD from QB Zakii Lewis to RB Kyle Williams. The Cougars were up 6-3 as we ended quarter one.

Check out this 68 yard TD from QB Zakii Lewis to Kyle Williams! @HBGCougar_FBall now up 6-3 over @SCSDAthletics 4:27 quarter 1 @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/kd5ATR51CE

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 15, 2022

The second quarter was a defensive slugfest. State College finally got things going via the versatile Ty Salazar Ty’s nice punt return and a nifty reception set up a D’Andre Sheffey dive and a 10-6 State College lead.

Touchdown @SCSDAthletics ! Dantae Sheffey dives in from the 2. Big play on the @SCSDAthletics drive this Finn Furmanek to Ty Salazar reception. 10-6 over @HBGCougar_FBall 3:16 until halftime @Mid_Penn @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/klrlNbFpQL

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 15, 2022

State College had one final shot before halftime and took advantage. Furmanek hit Mike Gaul down the seam to make it 17-6 Little Lions at the half.

A fine 32 yard TD reception by @SCSDAthletics Michael Gaul ! Now up 17-6 over @HBGCougar_FBall as we are at halftime @HSFBamerica @Mid_Penn @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/eo9BYbFd9L

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 15, 2022

The third quarter featured the State College ball control offense grinding away the quarter. Most of the fourth quarter featured the game of keep away ala State College as well. The Little Lions closed out the scoring with a field goal and a 20-6 win.

JUST that close for @HBGCougar_FBall as we end quarter 3. After a scoreless 3rd we go to the 4th quarter @scasdathletics 17 @Hbg_Sch_Dist 6 @Mid_Penn @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/ZNKWLERjDx

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 15, 2022

Kaszubowski a 33 yard Field goal this time for @SCSDAthletics Now up 20-6 over @HBGCougar_FBall 5:22 left @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/fJPXQdyi72

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 15, 2022

October 15, 2022
Penn State Survives Mother Nature And Northwestern 17-7

You see this all the time in football. Weather always play a big part in how a football game is played and sometimes dictates an outcome. In the case of Penn State, Saturday’s weather certainly affected how the game was played. The weather did affect the score, but not the outcome. The favored Nittany Lions battled Northwestern and Mother Nature to a 17-7 Big Ten Win. Penn State moves to (5-0) and is still atop the Big Ten East. Northwestern falls to (1-3).

Wind and rain forced Penn State to stick to the ground most of the game. Nick Singleton had a touchdown and 87 yards and Kaytron Allen had 86 yards, each with 21 carries. The weather caused four fumbles due to the extremely wet field conditions. The wind and rain throughout the game limited Sean Clifford and the PSU passing game to only 140 yards, one touchdown, and an interception. In another way, the weather benefited Penn State. The 14-point PSU margin of victory came from points the Nittany Lions cashed in via Northwestern turnovers. The Northwestern offense had trouble all day with field position, a strong Penn State defense, and three turnovers.

“I am never going to allow the weather to be an excuse,” said Head Coach James Franklin. These were “less than ideal conditions” but Coach Franklin maintained that the weather cannot be an excuse in a football game. Coach Franklin praised his defense as well. “The Defense had five straight three and outs to start the game” which impressed Coach Franklin. We have a “bye week, not an off week upcoming” Coach Frankin said. Coach maintained there is a lot of work and improvement needed before the next game.

Kaytron Allen dives across for a 1st down to seal hard fought 17-7 win for @PennStateFball over @NUFBFamily @bigten @PremiunSports @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/n7Y3SQA01Q

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 1, 2022

Here is the complete highlight of Ji Ayir Browns INT https://t.co/U88zn5PueS pic.twitter.com/yEx1isc7Ik

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 1, 2022

At the end of the first quarter, Penn State got on the board via a Sean Cliiford TD pass.

Sean Clifford great touch on the TD. Here is the video https://t.co/ek1tw8RBPa pic.twitter.com/VvofQ7v3M9

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 1, 2022

Lots of turnovers in the first half. Penn State’s Nick Singleton cashes in on the turnover and gets it across the goal line to make it 14-0 with 5:02 left in the first half.

Here is the complete video of Nick Singletons TD https://t.co/wpJ79dJvd6 pic.twitter.com/9c0vLqD7Sc

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 1, 2022

It was a turnover-filled first half. We went to the break, 14-0 Penn State up over Northwestern

7 total turnovers in the @PennStateFball win today https://t.co/xCE7QtgDaR pic.twitter.com/88oAGdEdD4

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 1, 2022

Defense ruled quarter three. Finally, Northwestern took advantage as the quarter wound down to make things interesting at 14-7.

Northwestern made the game interesting today late in quarter 3. Here is the TD toss video https://t.co/UrKid7OjT8 pic.twitter.com/2rcGPJB094

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 2, 2022

Penn State closed out the scoring with a 38-yard Field Goal by jake Pinegar.

Let’s not forget about Jake Pinegars 38 yard field goal who made it a two score game in the 4th quarter pic.twitter.com/pnwCsKY28o

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 2, 2022

Penn State is off next week and at Michigan in two weeks. Northwestern moves on to host Wisconsin next week.

October 2, 2022
Solanco Holds Off Twin Valley 32-25

ELVERSON – There have been some interesting new matchups as Lancaster Lebanon League play has gotten into full swing. Some of the most intriguing matchups are coming out of the new Section Three. Making the long trek from Quarryville to Elverson for the first time Friday was the Solanco Golden Mules. Solanco was off to a solid undefeated state-ranked start. The Twin Valley program, now led by Brett Myers, was looking for a signature 2022 win. Solanco jumped out quickly and held off a furious Twin Valley second-half comeback bid, to come away with a 32-25 victory Friday night.

The Golden Mules were led by QB Brody Mellinger and Elijah Cunningham. Mellinger ran for two TDs and threw one TD to Cunningham. Cunningham also ran in a score.

Solanco Head Coach Anthony Cox talked about his team performance post-game.

https://twitter.com/BadgleyBruce/status/1576025179054288898

Solanco took the opening kick and drove down for the initial score of the game.

A methodical opening ground and pound @mulesfootball drive ends with a Brody Melinger 7 yard TD run it’s @golden_mules 7 @TVRAIDERS 0 7:47 quarter one @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/EUxXLUBf76

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 30, 2022

Twin Valley got on the board as quarter one drew to a close.

A 33 yard field goal by Sam Frey for @TVRAIDERS @mulesfootball up 7-3 as we end quarter one @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/3cXR4EFdYU

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 30, 2022

Mellingers second TD for Solanco made it 13-3 in quarter two.

@mulesfootball QB Brody Melinger stretches it across. XP no good so @golden_mules up 13-3 over @TVRAIDERS 4:14 until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/4btHkRjbgJ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 30, 2022

A TD toss from Mellinger to Elijah Cunningham made it 19-3 Solanco at the break.

@mulesfootball Touchdown! 27 yard pass from QB Mellinger to Elijah Cunningham as the 1st half ends. @golden_mules now up 19-3 over @TVRAIDERS at the break @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @LancLebLeague pic.twitter.com/yW2EDDOu3k

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 1, 2022

Twin Valley came out strong after the break. The Raiders got it to within 19-11, midway through quarter three.

@TVRAIDERS Touchdown! QB Evan Myers 29 yards to Evan Johnson! 2 pointer is good. @mulesfootball still up 19-11 8:11 left in quarter three @HSFBamerica @69Sports @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/6AsThk7m6p

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 1, 2022

The next Solanco possession resulted in a TD and more breathing room.

@mulesfootball comes right back. Elijah Cunningham on the ground this time. XP no good. It’s 25-11 @golden_mules up over @TVRAIDERS 4:54 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @69Sports pic.twitter.com/UgyaTtc7rM

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 1, 2022

Twin Valley would not go away and pulled back to within seven at the end of quarter three.

Touchdown @TVRAIDERS ! 10 yards for Jaydon Goebel @mulesfootball still lead 25-18 with 1:42 left in quarter three. Here we go! @EPAFootball @69Sports @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/PsJQq29zBf

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 1, 2022

The potent Solanco ground attack once again came through. It was a two-score game again in quarter four at 32-18. Twin Vally did come up with a late score, but Solanco came out victorious 32-25.

@mulesfootball Cole Harris across! @golden_mules back up 32-18 with 10:25 left over @TVRAIDERS @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/GKF3DnoNTs

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 1, 2022

HUGE stop on 4th down by @mulesfootball ! @golden_mules hang on to take down @TVRAIDERS 32-25 in a great @LancLebLeague Section Three showdown @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/RnB7b6TxC9

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 1, 2022

October 1, 2022
Penn State Remains Unbeaten By Taking Out Central Michigan 33-14

It is often said in football, that the final score was not indicative of how close a game was. Central Michigan played a very tight game with Penn State through most of the first half. The PSU Defense rose to the occasion in the 2nd half. The Nittany Lions Defense pitched a shutout in the 2nd half and PSU came away with a hard fought 33-14 victory Saturday afternoon in Beaver Stadium.

Penn State only outgained CMU by 40 yards and had only 1 more first down. There was also less than a minute difference in time of possession between the two teams. The key to the game was the four turnovers forced by Penn State. A muffed punt by Central Michigan early in the third quarter was the turning point of the game. It led to a Penn State touchdown to make it 27-14 and the Nittany Lions never looked back.

Kaytron Allen led the Penn State ground game with 111 yards and a TD. Sean Clifford was efficient going 22-34 for 217 yards and three short TDs. One of the defensive stalwarts was Sophomore LB Curtis Jacobs. Curtis was solid all game long and recovered a muffed punt on special teams. Penn State has been the beneficiary of eight turnovers the last two games.

Penn State started strong. The Nittany Lions opening possession ended with a Sean Clifford to Mitchell Tinsley short TD toss

Here is the Clifford to Tinsley score to make it 7-0 https://t.co/LOW6O1roLa pic.twitter.com/8Y5ttOnxW8

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

Penn State continued to execute well on offense. It became 14-0 as Clifford hit Brenton Strange

Here was the toss to put PSU up 14-0 https://t.co/ikgD4q0eyT pic.twitter.com/pse201PzRe

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

Central Michigan began to have success in quarter two. CMU pulled even with Penn State with 4:25 remaining in the first half.

Here is the video highlight https://t.co/IXc4zV6FKK pic.twitter.com/QvlKP4DoTk

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

Here was @CMU_Football 2nd TD of the first half. https://t.co/BdPOdTYBJJ pic.twitter.com/hZjgc3O3Cn

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

Penn State grabbed back momentum going into halftime on this Kaytron Allen scamper.

Kaytron Allen’s late first half TD was huge for PSU. https://t.co/1Th6Z0lH1b pic.twitter.com/gT5hhb36Cl

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

Early in the Third quarter Penn State recovered a punt and quickly took advantage. Another short TD pass from Clifford to Strange made it 27-14.

A quick score in the 3rd quarter kept all the momentum with Penn State. https://t.co/mTSUQzBJAf pic.twitter.com/jw2dCrc5UE

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

The defense for the Nittany Lions had a great second half. Here is a 4th down stop near the goal line in quarter three

The Penn State D was big time in the 2nd half. https://t.co/WSMyQNMaF9 pic.twitter.com/ql7WIbkCyj

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

Sean Clifford snuck one across to make it a 33-14 as we entered quarter four. The Nittany Lions D did the rest.

The @PennStateFball D has come up big in the 2nd half. Big sack here by Dani Dennis-Sutton and PSU pulls away from @CMU_Football and notches a 33-14 victory today @PremiunSports @BruteAthApparel @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/FS4SQOnXyJ

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 24, 2022

September 24, 2022
Penn State Takes Care of Business, Beats Ohio 46-10

STATE COLLEGE – Penn State’s 46-10-win Saturday vs Ohio was an example of how to draw up a game vs a Mid-American Conference opponent. Penn State dominated from start to finish. The Nittany Lions’ rushing game came to life. PSU’s defense played tough and put forth a solid effort. Players began to emerge as leaders on the team this season.

Coach James Franklin commented post-game on one of his points of emphasis this season. That emphasis is to get experience to as many players as possible. “We got a ton of experience for a bunch of guys,” said Franklin. “Young players need to make a big play.” Young players did make plays in this one. The young player that really stood out was Freshman Nick Singleton. Nick carried the ball ten times for 179 yards and two TD’s. Nick had TD runs of 44 and 70 yards.

Here is Nick Singletons 44 yard TD run in Penn State’ 46-10 win over Ohio today @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @BruteAthApparel @PaFitnessWyo @manorgolfinc @Get__Recruited https://t.co/7YkqKpKhuH pic.twitter.com/nfzJf59oQk

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 10, 2022

Nick Singleton a huge game as @PennStateFball beats @OhioFootball 46-10 Story to follow on @EPAFootball @BadgleyBruce @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/0YvEoRLRKd

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 10, 2022

Quarterback Sean Clifford did a great job spreading the ball around to his receivers today. Sean was 19-27 for 213 yards and no picks Drew Allar in a reserve role tossed two scores as well.

Sean Clifford to Parker Washington was called out at the 7. Clifford tossed a TD on the next play @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/eZPdpMLFMH

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 10, 2022

Up and through is @PennStateFball Jake Pinnegar from 42 yards. Now up 19-0 over @OhioFootball with 4:46 remaining until halftime @bigten pic.twitter.com/WwzeHK4hrG

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) September 10, 2022

Penn State outgained Ohio 572-264 on total yards with 27 first downs. Now can the Nittany Lions expect this level of production when they travel to Auburn next week.

September 10, 2022
Harrisburg Runs Past Delaware Valley 32-3

HARRISBURG – The definition of an intersectional battle should be this matchup of District powerhouses, from District 3 Harrisburg and from District 2 Delaware Valley. The Warriors made a long trip to FL to open the season. Harrisburg’s first game was to be in the Peach bowl classic. Unfortunately, mother nature stepped in and spoiled things. Harrisburg jumped out quickly in this one. Del Val came off blocks quickly and slugged it out with the Cougars for three quarters. Harrisburg (1-0) got it in gear in quarter four and came away with a 32-3-win Saturday afternoon over Delaware Valley (0-2).

The Harrisburg D controlled this game from the outset. Raytel Bryant had a pick six and Del Val could not muster any running attack the entire game. Mahkai Hopkins and Kyle Williams set the tone on the ground all game for the Cougars.

On the second play of the game, Bryant put Harrisburg up on a pick 6. 7-0 early.

Del Val answered with a nice drive and field goal by Everett Bell to make it 7-3.

Everett Bell a 28 yard field goal for @dvwarriorfb as quarter one ends. @HBGCougar_FBall up 7-3 after 1 @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/KzvkKluFOS

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

On the next Harrisburg possession, QB Shawn Lee hit Elias Coke for a 41-yard score. Off to the races right? Not so fast.

@HBGCougar_FBall QB Shawn Lee 41 yards to Amir Jones! XP no good. 13-3 over @dvwarriorfb 10:49 until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/E8dFNvNqa2

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

Both defenses played tough and we went into halftime with Harrisburg up 13-3.

BIG end zone pass break up on 4th down by @dvwarriorfb as the 1st half ends. In a real battle @HBGCougar_FBall up 13-3 at the break. @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/A71vOJORCo

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

Harrisburg was the only team to move the ball in quarter three. The only problem was the Cougars turned it over in the red zone twice. We went to quarter four with the score still 13-3

@dvwarriorfb Landon Machado with the pick! Warriors in business but @HBGCougar_FBall still up 13-3 10:06 quarter 3 @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/J95hfyelip

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

Another @dvwarriorfb INT. This time Ryder Machado. Still @HBGCougar_FBall leads 13-3 3:30 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/14D8ZNeyXo

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

Quarter four was all Harrisburg. The ground game wore down the Warriors. The final was 32-3.

Kyle Williams says hello to the end zone for @HBGCougar_FBall it’s now 26-3 over @dvwarriorfb with 9:38 left @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/61CKMgq1bo

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

We got this Mahkai Hopkins 24 yard score. @HBGCougar_FBall running away now up 32-3 over @dvwarriorfb 3:00 left @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/1i2DLFZVwC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 3, 2022

September 4, 2022
Tri-County All-Star Game Preview – Aiden Johnson, Conestoga Valley HS Interview

On the South squad, this year representing Conestoga Valley is Tight End Aiden Johnson. Aiden will be playing football at IUP next season. Aiden and I talked about his high school career and what’s next for the 6’5” 222-pound standout

May 21, 2022
Tri-County All-Star Game Preview – Manheim Central’s Jeff Hauser Interview

Manhiem Central’s Jeff Houser is nominated for Lancaster Lebanon Lineman of the Year. At 6’ 3” 340 pounds Jeff earned 1st team L-L Section 2 honors. This Barons Team Captain also earned EasternPAFootball.com honors

May 21, 2022
Tri-County All-Star Game Preview – Robert Footman Interview

Robert Footman from Columbia is a finalist for the Lancaster Lebanon League Player of the Year Award presented by the Manhiem Touchdown Club. Robert will go down as one of the greatest quarterbacks to have ever played in the L-L. His Senior year he passed for 3,084 yards and 34 TD’s. He also ran for 16 TDs in only 10 games. Footman also set the L-L single game passing mark of 536 yards in a District playoff game. Incredible.

Robert and I talked about playing against some of the bigger school all stars and what’s next.

May 19, 2022
Tri-County All-Star Game Preview – North Head Coach Kris Miller

The North squad in the Tri County All Star game is led by Head Coach Kris Miller. Kris and I got to know one another and talked about Coaching in an All Star game and of course the new look L-L football sections

Kris has been Head Coach at Ephrata since 2017. The Mountaineers are coming off a 5-5 2021 campaign.

May 18, 2022
Tri-County All-Star Game Preview – Matt Zamperini South Head Coach Interview

Garden Spot Head Coach Matt Zamperini and his staff are Coaching the South All-Stars in the 20th Annual Tri-County All-Star game presented by the Manheim Touchdown Club The game is May 27th at 7 and will be streamed LIVE on EasternPAFootball.com Matt returned to Garden Spot in 2020 and posted a 5-5 record in 2021. Matt’s first stint at Garden ran from 2006 to 2015.

Coach and I talked about the schedule leading up to the game and about the new look of Lancaster Lebanon League Section Three.

May 17, 2022
Tri-County All-Star Game Preview – Mike Williams Interview

2022 is the 20th Annual Tri-County All-Star Game presented by the Manheim Touchdown Club. This year is the fourth time EasternPAFootball.com will be Livestreaming the game. Mike Williams is the heart and soul of the MTC. I had a chance to talk with Mike at the opening practices for the game Saturday. Mike has some great history about the game in the interview.

Mike Williams retired as the winningest Coach in District Three history. (348-75-3) Mike is a member of the PSCFA and Lancaster County Sports Hall Of Fame.

May 16, 2022
Wyomissing Dominates Neumann Goretti 42-6 To Earn Second Straight Hershey Trip

PERKASIE – Expectations are a hard thing to live up to. When it comes to exceeding expectations in the Wyomissing football program, they are even harder. They are so hard to exceed because they are so very high. Wyomissing football comes into each season with the final objective of a state championship. The Spartans are now just one win away from achieving this lofty goal after a stellar 42-6 win over Neumann Goretti in the PIAA 3A Semifinal.

The Spartans scored 42 unanswered points in the contest. The amazing stat is that Wyo did not get its first score until halfway into the second quarter. It was a total team effort in all phases of the game that propelled the Spartans to the win. QB Ben Zechman ran the offense to perfection and tossed two TD passes. Amory Thompson, Tom Grabowski, and Drew Eisenhower each had a TD. Thompson’s 57-yard TD run was the highlight of the game. The Wyo defense kept everything in front of them all night long. A big, blocked punt in the third quarter really swung the momentum over to the Spartans in the second half.

“It’s pretty neat because winning is neat,” commented Head Coach Bob Wolfrum on his Spartans trip back to Hershey. “The longer the season goes, the fewer teams are playing, the more exciting it gets for the kids.” Senior Amory Thompson said, “We went out there and played our game. We trusted what we did, and we trusted what we do.”

Neuman Goretti started out fast. They took the opening kick and cashed in on the time-consuming drive

@NGsaintsFB QB Shawn Battle”s” his way in for the score! 5:52 quarter one @NGsaintsFB up 6-0 over @WyoFootball after a failed 2 point @Wyospartans @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/cvT9MbgWuF

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Wyomissing marched down on the next possession, but the NG defense was up to the task.

Big @NGsaintsFB defensive stand deep in there own end as quarter one ends @PIAASports 3A Semifinal @NGsaintsFB up 6-0 over @WyoFootball @Wyospartans @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/jT2JuwUI6V

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Following a three and out, Wyomissing took the lead in quarter two and never looked back.

GREAT effort by @WyoFootball Drew Eisenhower to get to the pylon! @Wyospartans now up 7-6 over @NGsaintsFB 7:50 until halftime @PIAASports 3A Semifinal @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/J7DTar1Qvy

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Wyomissing forced a key turnover at mid-field that led to a quick TD late in quarter two. We went to halftime with the Spartans up over Neumann Goretti 14-6.

@WyoFootball get a turnover at mid field and take advantage @Wyospartans drive down and Tom Grabowski puts it over from the 5. 14-6 now over @NGsaintsFB 3:14 until halftime @PIAASports 3A Semifinal @WPIAL_Blitz @JSantoliquito @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/Wq1Y9uHkAx

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Wyomissing took the second-half kick and never looked back. The Spartans scored 28 in quarter three and just that quick this game was over. It’s on to Hershey for Wyomissing for the second year in a row

Sweet pitch and catch from QB Ben Zechman to Drew Eisenhower on @WyoFootball opening drive of the 2nd half @Wyospartans up 21-6 over @NGsaintsFB 9:18 quarter three @PIAASports 3A Semifinal @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @WPIAL_Blitz pic.twitter.com/dOgsQnpNAF

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Here comes the @WyoFootball express! Aiden Mack comes FLYING in to block a @NGsaintsFB punt…which sets up.. pic.twitter.com/30iYLhghWf

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Zechman this time to Charlie McIntyre and @WyoFootball out to a 28-6 lead over @NGsaintsFB 6:42 quarter three @PIAASports 3A Semifinal @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports https://t.co/RgfmF0R2pi pic.twitter.com/JCHeqkvLZQ

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

Jackson a big run here for @Wyospartans He goes over on the next play and @WyoFootball in command 42-6 over @NGsaintsFB :56 remaining in quarter three @PIAASports 3A Semifinal @PremiunSports @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/QeJ5LGkKVg

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 4, 2021

December 4, 2021
Wyomissing Area Three-peats As District 3 3A Champs, 55-14 Over Boiling Springs

WYOMISSING – Wyomissing Area and legendary Head Coach Bob Wolfrum have accomplished so very much together. A 2012 State Championship, over 300 wins, ten district championships and now …three District championships in a row. The Spartans started out slow vs Boiling Springs Saturday afternoon. Beginning in the second quarter, it became a totally different story. Dominating in every facet of the game in the final three quarters, Wyomissing Area pulled away from the Bubblers for a 55-14 District AAA championship. The win secured a third straight District Title for Wyomissing. This is the first time in Wyomissing history that the Spartans have won three straight District titles. Wyomissing now moves on to the PIAA tournament. The Spartans will face off against Scranton Prep in an PIAA opening round game.

@WyoFootball @piaadistrict3 3A Champions. This is the first time in @Wyospartans history that they have won three straight District Titles @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/gd1iwB5pwq

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

Leading the way for Wyo today were Tommy Grabowski and Amery Thompson. Grabowski had three TD runs, one came from 69 yards. Thompson had a TD run and reception. Both contributed to a Spartan defensive effort that held the Boiling Springs running game in check for most of the afternoon.

After a scoreless first period, Wyo opened the scoring early in quarter two.

@WyoFootball on the board first. Up and over goes Tommy Grabowski and @Wyospartans grab a 7-0 lead over @BubblerFootball 11:04 till halftime @piaadistrict3 3A Title game @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL pic.twitter.com/NONVEhx9fE

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

The Spartans quickly increased the lead to 14-0.

@WyoFootball forces a @BubblerFootball three and out @Wyospartans quickly down the field and a Charlie McIntyre 22 yard TD run makes it 14-0 over @GoBubblers with 7:29 left in the first half @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/LZRG7lS5ya

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

Boiling Springs running back Joey Menke had a 55-yard TD run to make it 14-7 with 6:42 left in the half. Wyo then scored twice to make it 28-14 at the break.

@WyoFootball turns a @BubblerFootball turnover into points Amory Thompson 20 yards for the score @Wyospartans now up 21-7 3:04 until halftime @piaadistrict3 3A Title game @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL pic.twitter.com/bbkUh0tTfg

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

HUGE blocked punt by @WyoFootball late in the first half sets up……. pic.twitter.com/D80ewq3vr8

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

@WyoFootball cashes in following the blocked punt as QB Ben Zechman the short TD flip to Amory Thompson to make it 28-7 @Wyospartans over @BubblerFootball at halftime of the @piaadistrict3 3A Title game @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/HMZXgb4nv7

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

Joey Menke ran one 82 yards for Boiling Springs on the first play of the third quarter to make it 28-14. Then, Grabowski took over in quarter three for Wyomissing. His two TD’s put the game out of reach for Wyo. Aiden Mack and Ryker Jones both scored down the stretch to make the final 55-14.

Big day for @WyoFootball Tom Grabowski. Tom with the nice run here sets up his 6 yard TD @Wyospartans now out to a 35-14 lead over @BubblerFootball 7:45 quarter three @piaadistrict3 3A Title game. @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @RossTuckerNFL pic.twitter.com/WBx7TanSnX

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

Did we just say that Tommy Grabowski was having a good day. Check out his 69 yard TD run to give @WyoFootball a 42 -14 lead over @BubblerFootball 5:36 quarter three @piaadistrict3 3A Title game. @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/r27o7maVMW

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

QB Zechman to Aiden Mack 24 yards to give @Wyospartans a 49-14 lead over @BubblerFootball as we end quarter three of the @piaadistrict3 3A Title game @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/7P72V4L9ms

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

Whoa! Ryker Jones a 65 yard TD for @WyoFootball as we wind things down in the @piaadistrict3 3A Title game 55-14 now over @BubblerFootball 2:05 left @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/t3lDYemcRd

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 20, 2021

November 20, 2021
LaSalle College High School No Trouble With Roman Catholic 45-0

Four weeks ago, LaSalle came into the matchup with Roman Catholic brimming with confidence and maybe a bit overconfident. The Explorers exited the field that day with their only loss of the season.

A very different LaSalle College team came on the field Saturday against Roman Catholic. With the entire season riding on this game, LaSalle was very business-like and professional. The Explorers were emotional yet guarded. Saturday, the Explorers took the field to take care of business. Showcasing its depth of talent on both sides of the ball, LaSalle came away with a 45-0 payback win over Roman Catholic. LaSalle’s win sets up a rematch with St. Joe’s Prep for the District 12 title and a berth in the PIAA 6A tournament next week.

Explorer Running Back Sam Brown ran for two scores and threw another. QB Alan Paturzo spread the ball through the air effectively all game long. The Defense forced three turnovers and held their nemesis from game one, Tyseer Denmark, in check all game long.

Sam Brown got LaSalle going in quarter one.

@LaSalle_Sports on the board first on this 9 yard Sam Brown TD run. 7-0 over @RomanAthletics 3:35 quarter one @_RomanFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/Ny8vDt8FIs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

The Explorers pulled out all the stops to gain a 14-0 lead following a turnover.

It’s razzle dazzle time for @LaSalle_Sports as RB Sam Brown tosses a TD pass to Ryan Sorge to make it 14-0 over @RomanAthletics @_RomanFootball as we end quarter one. @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/qyo0onE0nF

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

Two more productive drives made it 24-0 LaSalle at the break.

Nice catch and run here by @LaSalle_Sports Ryan Moore. Sets up a 29 yard field goal by Santiago Sturla. 17-0 over @_RomanFootball 6:33 until halftime @RomanAthletics @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/DrfnzznYVr

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

Sam Brown finishes an impressive drive for @LaSalle_Sports to take a 24-0 lead over @RomanAthletics 1:42 until the break @_RomanFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/ktMNN9P2Zu

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

LaSalle scored on its first play of the second half to put this one away.

Well on @LaSalle_Sports first play of the 2nd half we got the camera on Ryan Sorge 58 yard TD reception from QB Alan Paturzo It’s 31-0 now over @RomanAthletics 11:35 quarter three @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/wsJy9vLRiq

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

A 40 yard completion from Paturzo to Jr. Nole Henry highlights the next @LaSalle_Sports drive. Dom Martin goes in from the 5 38-0 over @RomanAthletics 4:48 quarter three @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/lYd3BrhnKK

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

@LaSalle_Sports beats @RomanAthletics 45-0. Wow! @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @END2008 pic.twitter.com/xEiS5up7G8

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 6, 2021

November 6, 2021
“Big Time” 49-35 Win By Big Spring Over Conrad Weiser

The long bus ride from Newville to Robesonia Friday Night only symbolized the process it has been for the Big Spring football program. A “Big Time” process for Head Coach and Athletic Director Joe Sinkovich, a “Big Time” commitment for the school district and “Big Time” support from the community all working together to bring this Bulldog football program back. This year’s Bulldog team had been a “nice” story. Then, a thumping of the defending PA Class A champion made everyone sit up and take notice. And now…with a resounding 49-35 win at Conrad Weiser in a District playoff opener, the “Big” is back in Big Spring (8-3) football.

There were lots of stars in this one on both sides of the ball. Big Spring’s QB Ethan Eisenberg accounted for four TDs and was throwing darts all night to his receivers all over the field. Dylan Wakefield ran wild for the Bulldogs and had three rushing TD’s. Even hobbled by a severe ankle injury, Conrad Weiser QB Logan Klitsch had an outstanding performance. Klitsch had four TDs throwing and one rushing for the Scouts.

Here is Big Spring Head Coach Joe Sinkovich’s post-game comments.

https://twitter.com/BadgleyBruce/status/1456804072602931203

It did not take long for Big Spring to seize the moment in this one. Like just one play……

WIDE open on @BulldogsBig first play is Conner Black from QB Ethan Eisenberg and a 64 yard score XP is no good 8:32 quarter one 6-0 over by @WeiserFootball @piaadistrict3 @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag pic.twitter.com/aZ6ANA7ts7

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 5, 2021

Weiser would take the lead 7-6 as the first quarter ended.

This bomb from Logan Klitsch to Anjay Feliciano sets up a Klitsch dive TD on the next play @WeiserFootball takes a 7-6 lead over @BulldogsBig as we end quarter one @piaadistrict3 4A @PremiunSports @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @SportsByBLinder @CWScoutsSports pic.twitter.com/devBnY0KZz

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 5, 2021

Eisenberg hit Caleb Massare across the middle and Big Spring was back in front.

@BulldogsBig back in front ! 28 yards from Eisenberg to Caleb Massare 14-7 now CB over @WeiserFootball 7:25 until halftime @CWScoutsSports @PremiunSports @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @CaryMoyer @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/to9VeA1kP6

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 5, 2021

Weiser came right back when Klitsch hit Anajay Feliciano on this pretty play.

On the run @WeiserFootball Logan Klitsch hits Feliciano for a 39 yard TD this time Tied at 14 with @BulldogsBig 4:10 until halftime wow! @SportsByBLinder @PremiunSports @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/qJs9Aqx4TO

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 5, 2021

Dylan Wakefield’s short TD run put the Bulldogs back in front 20-14 with 1:49 left in the half. That was just enough time for Klitsch and Conrad Weiser. The Scouts came right down the field to take a 21-20 lead going into the break.

Time running down in the 1st half Klitsch to Feliciano and Aanjay does the rest. @WeiserFootball back in front 21-20 over @BulldogsBig at halftime. Good one going on in Robesonia! @CWScoutsSports @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @SportsByBLinder @CaryMoyer @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/NpHZqKtuUT

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

Big Spring came out fired up on both sides of the ball in the second half. Eisenberg took their first play of the second half 64 yards to the house to make it 28-21. Then a “Big Time” play on defense by Tucker Lowery ended the Scouts next possession.

Nice INT by @BulldogsBig Tucker Lowery @BulldogsBig up 28-22 over @WeiserFootball 10:20 quarter three @PremiunSports @piaadistrict3 @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/XcT61NKIVw

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

Big Spring stretched the lead in quarter three with some big offensive and defensive plays.

@BulldogsBig running wild! Dylan Wakefield scampers 31 yards to make it 35-21 over @WeiserFootball 7:50 quarter three @piaadistrict3 4A @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/FcocJgGz9H

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

@BulldogsBig firing on all cylinders This Eisenberg to Conner Black 6 yard TD puts @BulldogsBig on top 42-28 over @WeiserFootball 2:52 quarter three @piaadistrict3 @SportsByBLinder @PremiunSports @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/37GZ2Nmgvr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

@BulldogsBig Aaron Matthews a big INT to end quarter 3 Big Spring leads @WeiserFootball 42-28 @piaadistrict3 @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/fb088i9Wsu

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

Klitsch and Conrad Weiser did not go down without a fight. The Scouts drew to within seven halfway through quarter four. But the Big Spring offense could not be stopped and the Bulldogs came away with the “Big Time” 49-35 victory.

This flip from Klitsch to Feliciano closes the gap! @BulldogsBig now up only 42-35 over @CWScoutsSports with 7:27 remaining. Oh my! @piaadistrict3 @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/spVrY8B9SF

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

Another great throw by @BulldogsBig QB Ethan Eisenberg this one to Logan Schmidt sets up another TD run by Dylan Wakefield @BulldogsBig now up 49-35 over @WeiserFootball 4:10 remaining @piaadistrict3 @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/JuokLgKXL1

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 6, 2021

November 6, 2021
Harrisburg Has Just Enough To Beat State College 15-13

HARRISBURG – Everyone knows that the Mid Penn Commonwealth regular season schedule is a grind like no other in PA. State College and Harrisburg kept the grind alive with a Saturday Severance Field matinee. Both teams did a great job playing to their strengths all game long. And in the end, it came down to the Harrisburg (8-1) Defense stopping a State College (4-5) two-point try with 12 seconds left to preserve a hard-fought 15-13 Mid Penn Commonwealth win.

This is Freshman QB Shaun Lee’s team in Harrisburg. Shaun put the Cougars on his back all game long. Shaun threw, ran, kicked, did everything he needed to bring home the win. Big, strapping Brady Bendik was the cornerstone of the ball control State College offensive all game long.

State College got on top first via the AIR in quarter one.

@statehighfball recovers a @HBGCougar_FBall on the @HBGCougar_FBall 31 First play it’s QB Owen Yerka to Jashaun Green for a 7-0 Little Lions lead 4:37 quarter one @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/dBH84XBYCC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Harrisburg took advantage of a State College turnover to draw even in quarter two. We went into halftime tied at seven.

@HBGCougar_FBall cashes in on a turnover. This time Kymir Williams interception turns into this Shawn Lee to Kyle Williams TD @hbgcougarcoach ties it at 7 with @SCSDAthletics 9:05 until halftime @statehighfball @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/0eo4mpz9SK

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

@statehighfball plays a smart ball control first half. @SCSDAthletics tied with @HBGCougar_FBall 7-7 at halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @SportsByBLinder @Cawley_TV @turbittabc27 @KalistaAndrew @hbgcougarcoach @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/iCKX9v48NC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Both Defenses played well in quarter three. We were still tied at seven going to quarter four.

@SCSDAthletics playing bend don’t break D to perfection today Another @HBGCougar_FBall drive comes close but no score @statehighfball still tied with @hbgcougarcoach at 7 with 8:55 quarter 3 @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/oaRNXHpDnx

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Justin Cook a sweet INT for @HBGCougar_FBall tied at 7 with @SCSDAthletics 6:50 quarter three @EPAFootball @EdOBrienCFB @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/jNnUcJHufu

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Early in quarter four, Harrisburg pulled on top. The game-winner proved to be a two-pointer by converting Offensive Lineman Tyshawn Hand-Black to make it 15-7.

@HBGCougar_FBall Mahkai Hopkins bulls his way across #55 Tyshawn Hand Black with the 2 pointer and it’s 15-7 over @SCSDAthletics with 10:53 remaining @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/KtNEILQ8QO

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

State College got the ball in Harrisburg territory late in the game. They drove down deep and scored with :12 left. Then it came down to the game-tying two-point try which came up short. Harrisburg came away with a very critical Conference and District win 15-13.

:12 left Jack Morris in at QB for @SCSDAthletics dives across but @HBGCougar_FBall still up 15-13 @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @HSFBamerica @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/HWcs09qzvt

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

:12 left And the all important 2 pointer to tie the game for @SCSDAthletics is… NO GOOD! @HBGCougar_FBall hangs on in a real barn burner 15-13 over @statehighfball. Just does not get any better gang @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/fuDNd6wDzs

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

October 23, 2021
Upper Dauphin Runs Through Fleetwood 46-29

FLEETWOOD – A game this late in the season that featured two top-flight teams fighting for a District playoff spot saw Upper Dauphin Trojans traveling to Fleetwood Friday night in a fight for the top seed in 2A in District 3. Fleetwood needed a win to stay in the hunt for a 5A post-season ticket. Right from the start, Upper Dauphin’s running attack sent a strong message. The Trojans proceeded to run through and around Fleetwood all night long. 2A Upper Dauphin (7-1) came away with an impressive 46-29 win over the Fleetwood (5-4).

Trojan Quarterback Will Laskowski ran the offense to perfection all night long. Will also had two interceptions on defense. Hard-nosed Christian Snyder paced the running attack, scoring four touchdowns.

Trojans Head Coach Kent Smeltz was very pleased with his teams’ performance.

https://twitter.com/BadgleyBruce/status/1451731366459084810

It took a bit for both teams to get in the flow of the game. But when the dust cleared, Upper Dauphin held a 14-7 lead after one quarter.

On a 2nd & Goal from the 24 @UDA_Athletics QB Will Laskowski to Aiden West. 2 pointer is good 8-0 over @FWTigers 7:10 quarter one @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/HqQFY4tYmn

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 22, 2021

Here we go! @FWTigers Tanner Maddocks to Gage Moyer 42 yards! @UDA_Athletics still up 8-7 3:38 Quarter one. Got a feeling this is going to be fun! @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/gNqxoJ1rAv

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 22, 2021

That’s @UDA_Athletics Christian Snyder 35 yards down the sideline and in! 2 pointer no good. We end quarter 1 with the Trojans up 14-7 over @FWTigers @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/gHMT3gHM1p

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 22, 2021

An entertaining second quarter finished with Upper Dauphin’s Will Laskowski making a big play in the end zone to preserve a 20-14 halftime advantage over Fleetwood.

@UDA_Athletics ground game really on point Nice run here by Aiden Wiest then Konner Walker takes it across Trojans out to a 20-7 lead over @FWTigers 10:05 until halftime @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/sVzro7k2t3

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 22, 2021

Watch @FWTigers Gage Moyer elude tacklers and stretch across for a 26 yard TD reception. @UDA_Athletics still up 20-14 with 7:04 left in the first half @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/5KYLeQahpr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 22, 2021

HUGE end zone INT by @UDA_Athletics Will Laskowski to end the first half! Trojans on top 20-14 over @FWTigers Whew! @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/ke73VwSjnq

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Right out of the locker room, Upper Dauphin took control of the second half. Fleetwood never backed down and closed the gap to 32-21 after three quarters.

@UDA_Athletics Christian Snyder rumbles it home! @FWTigers set up the score with an unsuccessful fake punt deep in its end. Trojans now up 26-14 9:09 quarter three @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/T5cMSZaAar

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

@UDA_Athletics running game has just taken over this game. Snyder blasts it across this time and the Trojans all over @FWTigers 32-14 2:58 quarter three @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/d4vKizqihw

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Well now @FWTigers not done yet. It took just three plays for Tigers to counter Gavin Morris a big pass reception followed by this TD run @UDA_Athletics still up 32-21 2:21 quarter three. @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/G1DcT29uZL

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

The Trojans running attack just proved too tough in quarter four. Upper Dauphin pulled away and held on for an impressive 46-29 victory over Fleetwood.

@UDA_Athletics Alexander Hepler around the end and in this time Trojans back out to a 38-21 advantage with 11:20 left. Oh my! @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Ru4pnDXfLF

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

@FWTigers come right back again! On 4th and goal Maddocks gets it across. A two pointer is good from the 20 as Will Ryan makes a sweet end zone grab! @UDA_Athletics hanging on 38-29 9:49 left. Yes sir! @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/63Y2iocZfP

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

Quite a night for Christian Snyder and @UDA_Athletics Another grinding ball control drive and it’s 46-29 over @FWTigers with 2:53 left. Impressive @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/2PQzDqErKd

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

An exclamation point INT by @UDA_Athletics Will Laskowski and the Trojans come into @FWTigers and make a statement with an impressive 46-29 victory. @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @4thDownMag @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/9uvWqZdHrN

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 23, 2021

October 23, 2021
Big Second Half Propels St. Joe’s Prep Over Archbishop Wood 38-20

WARMINSTER – “Consistency” was the message St. Joe’s Prep Head Coach Tim Roken delivered to his team this week. It has been an uncharacteristic up and down year for Prep this season. Coach Roken and the Hawks came up against a very formidable opponent in a fellow PCL Archbishop Wood squad Saturday. The only PA blemish for the Vikings this season and Head Coach Matt Walps’ squad was against a solid Malvern Prep team. Saturday’s game between these two rivals was a tale of two halves. The first half, was crazy, a slugfest, had turnovers, defensive scores and big plays. The second half, a solid, dominating, patented,Prep performance. That second half “consistency” gave St. Joe’s Prep(4-2) an impressive 38-20 victory over a very tough Archbishop Wood (5-3) Vikings squad.

St. Joe’s Prep Head Coach Tim Roken had some great postgame comments.

https://twitter.com/BadgleyBruce/status/1449463745932152841

St. Joe’s Prep started out strong. They took the opening kick right down the field for a TD.

An impressive opening drive for @SJPrep_Football as Blaine Bunch runs it in from the 6 7-0 over @WoodFootball 8:57 quarter one @Wood_Vikings @SJPBroadcasting @SJPREP @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/VGf8t5CkpM

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

On the next Prep possession, it was the Wood D that would shine with a pick six by Andrew McHugh!

That’s Andrew McHugh with the Pick 6 for @WoodFootball ! Tied. Now at 7 with @SJPrep_Football 4:51 quarter one @Wood_Vikings @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @SJPBroadcasting pic.twitter.com/uDdhNDMCRp

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

The second defensive score of the first half was really crazy, maybe the wildest play we have seen in some time that put Prep up 14-7. Matt Dumond picks up a fumble deep in his own end, rumbles down the field ,then has the presence of mind to lateral to Josiah Trotter for a score. Watch this one on the big screen for the full effect!

Incredible on a 4th &10 from the @SJPREP 15 @WoodFootball fumbles @SJPrep_Football Matt Dumond picks up the ball, then laterals back to Josiah Trotter for the score! @SJPrep_Football now up 14-7 over @Wood_Vikings 6:36 until halftime. Oh my @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/g1Eu1ew2qG

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

Remember this name gang, Ricardo Delgado. This guy is a beast, and he is fast. Watch Delgado take this screen pass and outrun the St. Joe’s Prep defense to the end zone.

Watch @WoodFootball Ricardo Delgado elude the @SJPREP tacklers and take this screen pass to the house! XP in no good so @SJPrep_Football still up 14-13 with 3:21 remaining in the first half. Wow! @Wood_Vikings @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/1DGc5xclsN

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

One of the best kickers in PA, Antonio Chadha boots one through as the first half ends to stretch the Prep lead.

As the 1st half ends @SJPrep_Football Antonio Chadha boots through a 40 yard field goal into a stiff wind to give @SJPrep_Sports a 17-13 lead over @WoodFootball at the break. Yes sir! @Wood_Vikings @KickItJZ @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @Get__Recruited @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/DlKkEE3cnw

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

Wood did not quit coming out of the locker room. The Vikings took the lead mid way through the third quarter.

This some kind of game. Watch @WoodFootball fumbling the ball forward 20 yards, into a host of @SJPrep_Football players, come up with the ball. 2 plays later it’s QB Trey Holsman to Semaj Bridgeman and @Wood_Vikings now up 20-17 over @SJPREP 6:31 quarter three @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/BQVgwGorH6

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

It did not take long for St Joe’s Prep to get control of this game. Led by QB Samaj Jones, Prep took the lead for good on their next possession.

And @SJPrep_Football comes right back. QB Samaj Jones puts @SJPREP back out in front 24-20 over @WoodFootball with 2:35 remaining in the third quarter @Wood_Vikings @HSFBamerica @SJPrep_Sports @SJPBroadcasting @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/0vEPYyMe4c

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

St. Joe’s Prep put up 14 unanswered in quarter four to finish off Wood 38-20.

Watch @SJPrep_Football Samaj Jones LEAP over @WoodFootball tacklers. Jones then punches it across to make it @SJPrep_Sports 31 @Wood_Vikings 20 8:33 remaining @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/nvo1g5LOXh

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

That’s @SJPrep_Football Omillio Agard with the pick. @SJPrep_Sports looking to put this one away up 31-20 with 4:32 remaining @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/6mRV8Oxqo3

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

And that’s all she wrote. A BIG 2nd half by @SJPrep_Football and they beat @WoodFootball 38-20 @SJPREP @SJPBroadcasting @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @Wood_Vikings @CaryMoyer @BruteAthApparel https://t.co/05bejDRTAT

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) October 16, 2021

October 16, 2021
Harrisburg Hangs On To Beat CD East 25-20

HARRISBURG – It is very clear when you attend a CD East – Harrisburg football game that these teams both want to win, BADLEY. Besides being an important League game, this matchup means a year’s bragging rights over the loser. With both teams off to fast starts this season, the winner would also be looking at hosting a District playoff game. So with all this on the line, it was easy to see why emotions were running high at Severance Field Saturday afternoon. Harrisburg(6-1) built an early lead via the air. Then held off a late CD East (5-2) comeback bid to come away with a Mid Penn Commonwealth 25-20 victory.

Both Harrisburg QB’s Zakii Lewis and Shawn Lee were effective. Justin Cook had two TD receptions for the Cougars, one covering 78 yards. CD East was led by Marcell McDaniels who had one offensive and one defensive Touchdown.

The onsides kick is recovered by @HBGCougar_FBall and the will do it from Severance Field @hbgcougarcoach hangs on to a 25-20 win over cross town rival @cdeastfootball in a real wild one! @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @EPAFootball @Get__Recruited @BruteAthApparel pic.twitter.com/Qi554szQvp

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

It took both teams a while to get settled. Harrisburg broke out on top late in Quarter one.

Two personal foul penalties on @cdeastfootball sets up a 35 yard TD toss for @HBGCougar_FBall as Zakii Lewis hits Justin Cook. @hbgcougarcoach up 7-0 4:27 quarter one @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/06azWcuD4Q

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

CD East answered back on its next possession to draw within a point as we started quarter two.

First play of Quarter two @cdeastfootball QB Tony Powell hits Tymere Thornton on the slant for the score! XP is no good so @HBGCougar_FBall still up 7-6 11:54 until halftime @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/R3ydNgkD0l

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Quarter two was big for Harrisburg. Lewis hit Cook for a 78 yard score, and a big defensive score put Harrisburg up 19-6 at the break.

It’s QB Lewis to Cook again for @HBGCougar_FBall this time good for 78 yards! XP is no good @hbgcougarcoach up 13-6 over @cdeastfootball 10:33 until halftime. Here we go! @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/DUGksCpm8v

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Well @cdeastfootball tries to punt and is “unsuccessful “ A great goal line stand keeps @HBGCougar_FBall out of the end zone it’s still 13-6 in favor of @hbgcougarcoach 6:45 until halftime @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/yZmnxKu0wQ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

The @cdeast D comes up BIG on 4th down again! Then to quick for a tweet- @HBGCougar_FBall takes the ball away for a scoop and score on the next play ! @hbgcougarcoach now up 19-6 as the 2 pointer fails -whew! 2:41 until halftime @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/vExbxh5ED9

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Harrisburg took the second half kick and extended the lead to 25-6.

@HBGCougar_FBall doing it through the air today. This time it’s QB Shawn Lee 16 yards to Damaris Waters! 2 pointer no good so @hbgcougarcoach up 25 – 6 over @cdeastfootball 8:42 quarter three @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/YFWQpRPLzm

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

CD East got back on track and drew within 25-13 heading to the 4th.

@cdeastfootball marches down the field Marcell McDanials Zig Zags 20 yards for the score! @HBGCougar_FBall still leads 25-13 1:17 quarter three @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/FOdYrPNkTP

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

CD East had their chances but the Harrisburg D proved to be tough in quarter four.

HUGE stop on 4th down by @HBGCougar_FBall They lead @cdeastfootball 25-13 with 2:30 remaining @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/J8dRO4Qu1Q

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

It REALLY got interesting when CD East scored as Harrisburg was trying to run out the clock. But the Cougars recovered an on sides kick to preserve a 25-20 win.

Look at this! @cdeastfootball Marcell McDaniel strips the ball and goes to the house! @HBGCougar_FBall hanging on to a 25-20 lead with 1:45 left! @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/DOsLGq6ffh

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

October 10, 2021
Governor Mifflin Keeps Rolling, 54-21 Over Exeter Twp.

REIFFTON – The Governor Mifflin, Exeter Twp. match up always has plenty on the line. The undefeated, Ranked #1 in 5A Mustangs, were looking to take control of the Berks 1 League race. Mifflin was coming off of a dismantling of its non-league foes. The Eagles have plenty of talent. Exeter Twp. was looking to get on track in Berks 1 play after two tough non-league losses. But the suspense of this game, lasted a whopping 12 seconds. Governor Mifflin’s (6-0) Tyler Minick took the opening kick back for a 75-yard TD. The Mustangs never looked back. The Mustangs looked impressive and came away with a 54-21 win over Exeter Twp (4-3).

Penn State commit Nick Singleton led the way for Governor Mifflin. Nick tallied 244 yards rushing and four touchdowns. Exeter’s wideout Joey Schlaffer had some HUGE catches for the Eagles despite being the focus of the defense all night long.

And that’s all folks! @GMSDAthletics stays undefeated with a 54-21 win over @ExeterTwpFB @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/Y4mHg82YDi

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

It took all but 12 seconds for the Mustangs to get on the board in this one. This is the second consecutive game Mifflin took the opening kick back to the house.

Underway @ExeterTwpFB @GMSDAthletics @ExeterAthletics @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball and that’s Tyler Minick taking it to the HOUSE! 7-0 @FootballGmhs :12 in. Oh my pic.twitter.com/hSt9Gqojjb

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 8, 2021

Mifflin’s Eden Johnson capped a ball controlling drive on the Mustangs’ next possession.

@GMSDAthletics on a 4th and 3 from the 11 Eden Johnson makes it look easy. 14-0 over @ExeterTwpFB 6:49 quarter one @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @ExeterAthletics @FootballGmhs @SportsByBLinder @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/5vXkN5xBRC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 8, 2021

The next Mustang possession another signature long TD run by Nick Singleton got it to 21-0.

That’s Nick Singleton jetting down the sidelines 66 yards. And the @GMSDAthletics machine is rolling 21-0 over @ExeterTwpFB 1:38 quarter one. Geez @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @FootballGmhs pic.twitter.com/OxMvClZRRJ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 8, 2021

Mifflin blocked an Exeter punt for a safety. The Mustangs took the ball and who else but Nick Singleton with another special TD run to move the lead to 30-0.

Look at this 43 yarder by Singleton to give @GMSDAthletics a 30-0 lead over @ExeterTwpFB 9:41 until halftime. Wow, just wow. @ExeterTwpFB @FootballGmhs @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/nXEUHbUh6l

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 8, 2021

There was no quit in Exeter Twp. The Eagles put together a nice TD drive to get things going.

This nice pitch and catch on 4th down from @ExeterTwpFB QB Colin Payne to Joey Schlaffer sets up a 4th down Ty Yocum plunge for @ExeterAthletics @GMSDAthletics still up 30-7 5:51 until halftime @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/AL8C1L6wyE

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 8, 2021

Mifflin came right back. But when the Eagles D stiffened, Jackson Schools popped through a Field Goal.

Jackson Schools a 20 yard Field Goal for @GMSDAthletics it’s now 33-7 over @ExeterTwpFB 1:36 until halftime @FootballGmhs @ExeterAthletics @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/pjaQfwXg3F

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

The Mifflin Coaches told me that an on side kick on the second half kick was diagrammed during halftime. The onside kick play was diagnosed from film study by the Coaching staff during the week. Three plays after the recovery Mifflin’s Nick Singleton scored a TD.

2nd half underway @GMSDAthletics leads @ExeterTwpFB 33-7 and recovers the on side kick @ExeterAthletics @FootballGmhs @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/aqNicFQVCr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Three plays after the recovery Singleton squirts in from the 7 for @GMSDAthletics Now up 40-7 over @ExeterTwpFB 10:35 quarter three @FootballGmhs @ExeterAthletics @SportsByBLinder @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/6HdSH8s6fQ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Exeter would not go away. The Eagles put together two TD’s, one the result of a HUGE fourth down conversion catch by Schlaffer to make this a game in quarter four.

No quit in @ExeterTwpFB A nice hard nosed drive is finished off by Ty Yocum @GMSDAthletics still leads 40-14 7:50 quarter three @ExeterAthletics @FootballGmhs @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @SportsByBLinder @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/K3swZg58uw

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Check out this one hander by @ExeterTwpFB Joey Schlaffer on a 4th and 22 for a 1st down as quarter three ends! @GMSDAthletics up 40-14 but @ExeterAthletics driving again. @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/xNM6CmOyU9

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

We have a ball game here! Eric Nangle crosses the plain for @ExeterAthletics and it’s now 40-21 @GMSDAthletics with 10:33 remaining @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/5zLPDr0GX7

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Two fourth quarter TDs by Mifflin removed all doubt in this one and the Mustangs beat the Eagles 54-21.

GLIDING in from 28 is @GMSDAthletics Nick Singleton 47-21 over @ExeterTwpFB 7:23 remaining @FootballGmhs @ExeterAthletics @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/CO8kChflfw

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

Tre Rock pounds it across for @GMSDAthletics and is @FootballGmhs 54 @ExeterTwpFB 21 3:22 left @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/KRzj38KVho

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 9, 2021

October 9, 2021
Fleetwood Throttles Twin Valley, 26-9

FLEETWOOD – Twin Valley came into Saturday night’s matchup with the Fleetwood Tigers off one of the biggest wins in many years. Fleetwood came in reeling in the midst of a tough two game losing streak. The game being played on Homecoming night was filled with distractions for both sides. Clearly the team that would bring their focus was going to prevail. Fleetwood ( 3-3) went between the lines and proved it was ready to play. The Tigers came away with an impressive 26-9 win over Twin Valley (4-2).

Tanner Maddocks played an outstanding game on both sides of the ball for Fleetwood. The Villanova commit had two key interceptions on defense. On offense Tanner had a TD pass and a TD run. The Tigers ground attack was led by Gavin Morris who had two rushing TD’s

Tigers Head Coach Steve Beatty was very pleased at his team’s bounce back performance.

I caught up with a very happy @FWTigers Head Coach Steve Beatty following the big 26-9 win over @TValleyFB tonight @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer https://t.co/cEHHXv1cDM pic.twitter.com/uKXEVooaip

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

Nobody saw this game as a defensive slugfest, but that’s what the first quarter turned out to be.

BOOM! D ruling the game so far. No score @FWTigers @TValleyFB 2:55 quarter one. @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/grt8Js42uo

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 2, 2021

Late in the first quarter, Twin Valley mounted a drive and put through a short field goal.

Winding down quarter one @TValleyFB Matt Puccino knocks through a short Field Goal and @TVRAIDERS lead 3-0 over @FWTigers after one. @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/TFY8qaxBgN

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 2, 2021

Changing ends of the field seemed to energize Fleetwood. The Tigers drove right down the field and took the lead for good beginning in quarter two.

This Tanner Maddox to Mason Musitano hook up sets up a Gavin Morris 4 yard TD run @FWTigers now up 6-3 over @TValleyFB as the XP was no good 8:09 quarter two @TVRAIDERS @EPAFootball @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/qcK8Ibc0Q4

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 2, 2021

Fleetwood struck back quickly. Following a Maddocks interception, Fleetwood extended the lead.

After his interception of a @TValleyFB pass Tanner Maddox hits Musitano again this time for the score! @FWTigers lead @TVRAIDERS 13-3 6:49 until half @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/GfhmEkj3RQ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 2, 2021

The 2nd quarter is ALL Fleetwood @FWTigers lead @TValleyFB 13-3 at halftime @TVRAIDERS @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @PremiunSports pic.twitter.com/mT09ktb2CV

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

Third quarter action was just as hard hitting as the rest of the game.

HARD hitting game so far 8:30 left quarter three and @FWTigers still leads @TValleyFB 13-3 @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @TVRAIDERS pic.twitter.com/mv3fASZ9U3

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

Twin Valley tightened things up as Freshman QB Evan Myers closed the gap to 13-9.

@TValleyFB QB Evan Myers hits Trey Freeman then sneaks it across for @TVRAIDERS A key XP in no good @FWTigers still hanging on to a 13-9 lead 1:13 quarter three. And that’s how the 3rd quarter ends. @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/mSRMZfhg7r

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

Fleetwood answered with a long ball controlling drive. Gavin Morris finished things off.

Gavin Morris takes it in for @FWTigers from the 11. Again the XP is no good. Tigers now pull out to a 19-9 lead over @TValleyFB with 7:59 remaining @EPAFootball @TVRAIDERS @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/VIE6F7NXpy

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

Tanner Maddocks was the dagger for Twin Valley. Tanner’s big interception led to a late TD run which sealed the win for Fleetwood.

BIG INT by @FWTigers Tanner Maddocks Tigers the ball and a 19-9 lead over @TValleyFB with 5:45 remaining @TVRAIDERS @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Ckwmkt9Gxf

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

On a 4th and goal with 2:37 remaining @FWTigers QB Tanner Maddocks dives across to make it a 26-9 lead over @TValleyFB @TVRAIDERS @EPAFootball @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/lXKED3qaqC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 3, 2021

October 3, 2021
Cocalico Pulls away from Conrad Weiser, 36-21

Each season starts with expectations. For both Cocalico and Conrad Weiser, the expectations of each team came in with pretty high hopes. Cocalico came into this Saturday afternoon’s weather-delayed matchup with Conrad Weiser ranked #9 in the state pre-season by Pennlive. The Scouts returned a core group of Senior skill position stars. In a very hard-fought game, Cocalico (1-0) came back from a first-half deficit to defeat Conrad Weiser (0-1) 36-21.

Anthony Bourassa led the Cocalico ground attack with three TDs. Steve Flinton also had a big 74-yard TD reception. Senior Weiser QB Logan Klitsch had a TD pass and two TD runs to lead the Scouts.

Here is second-year Cocalico Head Coach, Bryan Strohl, talking about his team’s effort postgame.

I caught up with @CocalicoSports Head Coach Bryan Strohl for some post game comments following the Eagles big 36-21 win over @WeiserFootball Saturday afternoon @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 https://t.co/FtBWjSwrNt pic.twitter.com/u4hW9N095k

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Both teams were shaking off the rust and the emotions of a Friday night delay in quarter one. Finally, Weiser took advantage of a turnover to go on top 7-0.

@WeiserFootball forces a fumble and on the next play Logan Klitsch a 23 yard weave to the end zone! @CWScoutsSports up now 7-0 over @CocalicoSports 5:12 quarter one @EPAFootball @BruteAthApparel @Get__Recruited @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/suzUtLPeT8

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Cocalico quickly tied it at seven with this long Bourassa TD run.

Here we go! @CocalicoSports comes right back on this 88 yard scamper by Anthony Bourassa! Tied at 7 with @WeiserFootball 4:15 quarter one @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/mOEOpaL8gt

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

And then it was Conrad Weiser’s turn once again. A slow first quarter suddenly turned into a shoot-out.

This SWEET connection from Logan Klitsch to Anjay Feliciano of @WeiserFootball sets up a 19 yard Klitsch to Trey Diana TD pass. @CWScoutsSports back up 14-7 over @CocalicoSports still 1:52 left in quarter one @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/EHhpXD7v2v

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Cocalico came right back to close the gap to 14-13.

Somewhere in there is @CocalicoSports Austin Vang for the score. XP is no good so @WeiserFootball still up 14-13 with 11:37 remaining yo the break @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/cEcNkpSYPZ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Cocalico got the ball back late in the half, took advantage, and never looked back.

Another big play for @CocalicoSports Steve Flinton takes this pass 74 yards to the house, a two pointer makes it a 21-14 lead over @WeiserFootball with 2:23 left in the 1st half. Wow! @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/ytiE9ooPNy

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Cocalico started out hot in the second half to extend the lead to 29-14.

Anthony Bourassa is across again for @CocalicoSports A two pointer is good and the Eagles jump out to a 29-14 lead over @WeiserFootball with 9:31 left in the third quarter @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/dQMBTfPs65

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Bourassa’s third TD of the day for Cocalico pushed the lead to 36-14 in the fourth quarter.

Bourassa with his 3rd TD today for @CocalicoSports and they are pulling away from @WeiserFootball up 36-14 with 9:12 remaining @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/URgvzOKapb

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Weiser answered with a fourth-quarter TD, but Cocalico just ground out the clock for a 36-21 win.

Oh my another long Klitsch to Feliciano connection sets up a 4 yard Klitsch TD run for @WeiserFootball but @CocalicoSports still up 36-21 with 7:09 remaining @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @Get__Recruited @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/94Prt4IdC5

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

The Scouts move on to face Muhlenberg. Cocalico has a quick Thursday night turnaround game at Cedar Cliff.

August 29, 2021
Singleton leads Governor Mifflin past York High, 55-6

YORK – When you are one of the top college recruits in the country, the eyes are always on you. When you are one of the top teams in your state, the attention on your team is greatly magnified. Governor Mifflin came into this season with both. The Mustangs returned a core group that has Mifflin ranked #2 in 5A. Mustangs Running Back Nick Singleton is ranked the #1 Running Back in the country and headed to Penn State. Pretty lofty expectations for any team and player. On Saturday night in York, neither Governor Mifflin nor Nick Singleton was disappointed. Nick Singleton just got better each time he touched the ball. Governor Mifflin (1-0) had a dominating effort on both sides of the ball. The combination of the two equaled a 55-6 win over a very good York High (0-1) team Saturday night.

Singleton finished with 281 yards and five touchdowns on 18 carries. Nick was almost unstoppable in the third quarter. Here are his post-game comments.

Nick Singleton Postgame @GMSDAthletics 55 York High 6 @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica https://t.co/Ypaxvn0dZF pic.twitter.com/CdfQgOg1uN

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 29, 2021

Governor Mifflin Head Coach Jeff Lang had high praise for his squad after the win.

@GMSDAthletics Head Coach Jeff Lang Very Pleased With The 55-6 win over York High Saturday Night @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 https://t.co/fgHKgGwgS0 pic.twitter.com/mre10d3Jqt

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 29, 2021

The teams traded turnovers in the first quarter. Then Mifflin mounted one of its patented pounding ball control drives. Nick Singleton put in the end zone and the Mustangs were off and running up 7-0.

A punishing @GMSDAthletics drive ends with a Nick Singleton 9 yard score. Mustangs up 7-0 over @theWPBearcat 1:49 quarter one @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 @Get__Recruited @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/N8SGRfV8Dj

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

The Mifflin defense played well all night. This nifty pick-six by Ayden Martin made it 14-0 Mifflin late in quarter one.

@GMSDAthletics right back at it Watch Ayden Martin do the pick 6 thing. 14-0 Mustangs over @theWPBearcat 1:16 quarter one @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/cj6e6TQvh3

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Mifflin just kept pounding the rock. The Mustangs went up 21-0 in quarter two.

Leading the @GMSDAthletics ground game this drive was QB Eden Johnson. Nick Singleton finishes with an 8 yard TD and the Mustangs out to a 21-0 lead over @theWPBearcat 5:40 until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/6jzb9ICSPd

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Late in the first half, Mifflin gave Singleton another shot at the end zone. He did not disappoint. Mifflin led 28-0 at the break.

OMG! @GMSDAthletics calls a TO with :17 left in the half to give Singleton a shot from 50, and he takes it to the house! 28-0 over @theWPBearcat at the half. Incredible. @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 @SportsByBLinder @boblongsports pic.twitter.com/DKdviuS1UY

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

York High received the second half kick and moved right down the field. We had a ball game at 28-6.

@theWPBearcat take the 2nd half kick right down the field. Jaheim White in for the TD. 2 pointer is no good @GMSDAthletics still up 28-6 with 9:06 left in quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/eAj3jY0UEs

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Next possession for Mifflin. You guessed it, a Nick Singleton score to keep the Mustangs in control of this one 35-6.

Nick Singleton made this 32 yarder look easy. @GMSDAthletics up 35-6 over @theWPBearcat 6:27 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/I1X2ENEgWy

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Mifflin and Singleton just kept pounding away in the third quarter.

Singleton missed by…that much. Eden Johnson punches it over and @GMSDAthletics pulling away 42-6 over @theWPBearcat 4:20 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/URLtfMEsaH

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

Singleton capped this stellar effort with a 70-yard sprint to make it 49-6 in quarter three.

No reason to stand anywhere but in the end zone with Nick Singleton running the ball! 70 yards this time! 49-6 @GMSDAthletics over @theWPBearcat 1:47 quarter three. OH MY! @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/9ol6IZEquS

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 28, 2021

The Mustang reserves pushed one across in quarter four to make it a 55-6 final.

Brandon Jones in for @GMSDAthletics it’s now 55-6 over @theWPBearcat 1:12 left. @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @PremiunSports @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 pic.twitter.com/e0VYqDS3jB

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) August 29, 2021

Governor Mifflin next faces its cross-town rival Wilson WL. York tries to get on track by facing down JP McCaskey.

August 29, 2021
Big Second Half Lifts Father Judge Past Norristown 23-13

PHILADELPHIA – Honoring commitments is a huge part of life and a huge part of the life lessons that you can take away from the game of football. For the Father Judge Crusaders, honoring those who have made commitments and sacrifices is nothing new and is on display for all to see. It’s why the number “27” appears on every Father Judge team Jersey. “27” pays tribute to the Father Judge Alums who honored a commitment to our country and made the ultimate sacrifice in the Vietnam War.

This COVID spring football season demonstrated once again how Father Judge sets the standard for honoring personal commitments. The Crusaders went on a great run in this U10 spring season. A run that qualified the team for a shot at a U10 title with an emotional come-from-behind win over Norristown 23-13 Friday night.

Rather than get caught up in the excitement and hoopla, Father Judge did what was right. Father Judge honored a commitment. Father Judge will not play for a title. Father Judge is honoring a commitment to West Catholic next week. Father Judge will play a football game rendered meaningless, by many folks. This nontitle game means more than any U10 championship ever could.

The Crusaders relied on Junior Billy Whiteley to carry the offensive load. Billy scored all three second-half touchdowns for Father Judge. Kicker John Westfield finished playing a baseball game, and then came running onto the field for the second half. John made a big field goal and proved invaluable in the kicking game.

Catching up with @FJAthletics Head Football Frank McArdle following another big win by @fjfootball27 over @NorristownAth tonight @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @pclathletics #u10beat pic.twitter.com/MJOLdlpq01

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) April 10, 2021

Norristown controlled the first half. The Eagles jumped out to a lead in quarter one and led 13-0 as we went to the break.

@NorristownAth strikes first. 57 yards from Nick DiNolfi to Chaz Middleton! 7-0 @NtownFootball over @FJAthletics 5:25 quarter one @fjfootball27 @pclathletics @CaryMoyer @small_play @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/aYTVPXDxRs

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

That does it for quarter one as @NorristownAth holds a 7-0 lead over @FJAthletics #u10beat @EPAFootball @NtownFootball @fjfootball27 @CaryMoyer @small_play @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/1REZQ9ypIR

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

@NorristownAth QB Nick DiNolfi scrambles 15 yards for the score! XP is no good so @NtownFootball now up 13-0 over @FJAthletics 1:03 until halftime #u10beat @CaryMoyer @small_play @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica @fjfootball27 pic.twitter.com/77LX9swt2I

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

COVID’s no locker room halftimes have proved to be a good platform to display Father Judge’s Head Coach, Frank McArdle’s impassioned halftime motivation. The Crusaders team took the words to heart. Father Judge burst onto the field in the second half and never looked back. The Crusaders went on to win 23-13. So much meaning came out of these 24 minutes of football.

Billy Whiteley carries the load all the way for the TD on the opening drive of the 2nd half for @FJAthletics @NorristownAth still up 13-7 6:36 quarter three @fjfootball27 @pclathletics @BadgleyBruce @CaryMoyer @small_play @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/n4WQcCqDCV

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

Big MO heading over to @FJAthletics Huge punt block has @fjfootball27 set up deep in @NorristownAth end 4:39 quarter three @NtownFootball @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @small_play pic.twitter.com/gxH0tqVy1H

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

@NorristownAth D holds after the punt block and forces a 27 yard @FJAthletics John Westfield field goal. @NtownFootball up 13-10 over @fjfootball27 3:39 quarter three @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @END2008 @small_play #u10beat pic.twitter.com/cD68waQhCT

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

@fjfootball27 driving again as the third quarter ends @NorristownAth up 13-10 @FJAthletics @NtownFootball @small_play @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/2fFO0SEqIh

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 9, 2021

All @FJAthletics in the 2nd half! Billy Whiteley dives across to make it 17-13 @fjfootball27 on top over @NorristownAth 8:14 remaining. Holy cow! @NtownFootball @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @small_play @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/39pkz39bCe

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 10, 2021

@FJAthletics Billy Whiteley coming right at you for a 21 yard score. Incredible 2nd half by @fjfootball27 scoring 23 unanswered to lead 23-13 over @NorristownAth 3:20 left @NtownFootball @pclathletics @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @small_play @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/dFhq9uzQA7

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 10, 2021

A big 4th down stop by @FJAthletics seals it. @fjfootball27 comes from behind to defeat @NorristownAth 23-13. #u10beat @pclathletics @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @small_play @NtownFootball @SOLsports pic.twitter.com/1iRLfFZKyi

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 10, 2021

April 10, 2021
Father Judge Finishes Strong, Drops Harry S. Truman 37-14.

PHILADELPHIA – The Spring U10 season races are coming right down to the wire. A key North Division matchup was held on Monday afternoon at Father Judge between the Crusaders and Harry S. Truman. The winner would be in the North Division driver’s seat. The loser would need some major help to reach the League Final in two weeks. Father Judge’s strong running game and 20 unanswered fourth-quarter points vaulted the Crusaders past Harry S. Truman 37-14. A Crusaders win next week against Norristown would likely send Father Judge into the U10 Championship game.

Father Judge and its ground and pound offense controlled the game. The RB tandem of Eric Smith and Billy Whiteley each had two scores on the afternoon. Jake Marquis played solid on defense and had a key 40-yard pick-six in the third quarter.

I caught up with @FJAthletics Head Coach Frank McArdle following @fjfootball27 37-14 #u10 win today over @HarrySTrumanHi1 @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @small_play pic.twitter.com/sOcZ7HIDZt

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) April 5, 2021

On the left is @FJAthletics Freshman Eric Smith and Sophomore Billy Whitely. This RB tandem for @fjfootball27 ran through and around @HarrySTrumanHi1 today in the Crusaders 37-14 win. @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/j37wLzP3UJ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) April 5, 2021

Each team tried to impose its will on the other team right out of the gate. Father Judge had the better of things in quarter one and led 7-0.

@FJAthletics on the board first Eric Smith culminating a ground and pound @fjfootball27 drive and it’s 7-0 over @HarrySTrumanHi1 4:00 quarter one @TrumanTigerBTSD @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @small_play @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/X3Rt7SUYFB

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

A hard hitting first quarter has @FJAthletics up 7-0 over @HarrySTrumanHi1 @TrumanTigerBTSD @BTSDAthletics @fjfootball27 @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica #u10beat #pahsfb pic.twitter.com/Bs3RQVdwb2

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

The Crusaders moved the ball well in quarter two. Unfortunately, a field goal was all they had to show for their efforts. It took until the final seconds of the half for the Tigers lethal Delp to Thomas combo to get on track. At the break, it was 10-8, Judge leading.

John Westfield boots it through from 44 yards for @FJAthletics It’s 10-0 over @HarrySTrumanHi1 5:37 until halftime @fjfootball27 @BTSDAthletics @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play #u10beat #pahsfb pic.twitter.com/38YgM4yvnk

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

There’s that combo again! Terrell Delp to Sincere Thomas goes 96 yards with ::33 left in the first half for @HarrySTrumanHi1 2 pointer is good and at halftime @FJAthletics still up 10-8 Whew! @fjfootball27 @BTSDAthletics @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play #u10beat pic.twitter.com/jJpBVHp2CX

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

Neither team gave an inch coming out of the break. The turning point of the game came in the third quarter when Jake Marquis took it 40 yards to the house on an INT.

HUGE goal line stop by @HarrySTrumanHi1 ! @FJAthletics still up 10-8 over @BTSDAthletics 7:21 quarter three @fjfootball27 @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play @BadgleyBruce #u10beat pic.twitter.com/EhVgCO4LwA

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

And just like that a 40 yard pick 6 by Jake Marquis! @FJAthletics now up 16-8 over @HarrySTrumanHi1 6:02 quarter three! @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play #u10beat @BTSDAthletics @fjfootball27 pic.twitter.com/h5Y9RYOJRH

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

Plowing in for the score is Kobe Pena for @HarrySTrumanHi1 The 2 pointer is no good and @FJAthletics still up 17-14 over @fjfootball27 2:21 remaining in the third quarter #u10beat @BTSDAthletics @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @small_play pic.twitter.com/FwSA94yGDx

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

Father Judge scored on the first play of quarter four and never looked back. The Crusaders 20 unanswered fourth-quarter points made the final 37-14 over Harry S. Truman.

On the first play of the fourth quarter Billy Whitely goes in from 16 yards to make it @FJAthletics 24 @HarrySTrumanHi1 14 @BTSDAthletics @fjfootball27 @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @small_play @BadgleyBruce #u10beat pic.twitter.com/6AFzpNGNv7

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

Freshman Eric Smith has played hard on both sides of the ball today for @FJAthletics Eric’s 2nd TD of the day makes it 31-14 over @HarrySTrumanHi1 9:39 left #u10beat @fjfootball27 @BTSDAthletics @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/GTA9WRhuGk

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

Billy Whitely in for his 2nd score of the day for @FJAthletics and @fjfootball27 pulls out to a 37-14 lead over @HarrySTrumanHi1 with 6:01 remaining @BTSDAthletics #u10beat @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play @END2008 pic.twitter.com/pwX3PRCYmb

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

And that does it from Northeast Philly! @FJAthletics dominant in the 2nd half and beats @HarrySTrumanHi1 37-14! #u10beat @fjfootball27 @BTSDAthletics @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @HSFBamerica @small_play pic.twitter.com/hC0SCPWhIY

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) April 5, 2021

April 5, 2021
Father Judge Gets First U10 Win, 26-12 over Reading High

READING – It had been seven months since the Reading High Football team took the field Friday night. It had only been one week for Father Judge. But to start this U10 contest, the Red Knights were the team clicking on all cylinders. Led by Sophomore Quarterback Amier Burdine, Reading built a 12-0 lead early in the second quarter. Father Judge battled back to move in front just before halftime. When Burdine exited the contest late in the first half, the Crusaders’ defense took over. Reading Highs one-dimensional wildcat offense sputtered in the second half. Father Judge (1-1) then used a solid running attack to pull away late and beat Reading High (0-1) 26-12.

The turning point of the game was in the second quarter when Father Judge’s Nymeir Appling grabbed a punt deep in his own end and bolted down the sidelines for the go-ahead score. The Crusaders Running Back, Eric Smith, continued to impress. Eric racked up TD runs of four and 19 yards. Despite an early exit, Reading QB Amier Burdine was the most impressive player on the field.

@fjfootball27 a big defensive effort in the 2nd half and @FJAthletics grinds out a 26-12 win over @RDGschools #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/MWJqQJoLY5

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

@fjfootball27 Frank McArdle postgame comments on @FJAthletics 26-12 win over @RDGschools tonight #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/HxOHxjYNuD

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

Reading was off to the races to start the game. The Red Knights controlled most of the first quarter and led 6-0 on a Burdine run.

Amir Burdine 9 yards for the @RDGschools score! XP no good and we end quarter one with @GriddersRed up 6-0 over @fjfootball27 Wow! @FJAthletics #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/dFF6K5oX1e

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 19, 2021

Reading built a 12-0 lead in quarter two. Father Judge battled back to earn a 13-12 advantage at the break.

@RDGschools forces the turnover on the first play of quarter two leading @fjfootball27 6-0 #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @FJAthletics pic.twitter.com/sXzm9LpkML

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 19, 2021

And look here Elijah Williams in from the 2 for @RDGschools 2 pointer no good @GriddersRed up 12-0 over @fjfootball27 10:24 until halftime! #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/CPkULMS8aQ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 19, 2021

On 4th and Goal Eric Smith for @fjfootball27 gets in! XP no good @RDGschools still up 12-6 over @FJAthletics 7:10 until halftime #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/KgpT6J5Sqp

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

On the bounce that’s @fjfootball27 Nymeir Appling with the punt return score! @FJAthletics now tied with @RDGschools 3:25 until halftime #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/DP3EcrL4rY

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

@RDGschools Jayse Ganns with a pick to end the first half but @fjfootball27 leads @GriddersRed 13-12 at halftime #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/4wy8ci6cBn

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

The third quarter was dominated by each team’s defense. Father Judge got its ground game moving in the fourth quarter. The Crusaders controlled the clock and came away with a 26-12 win over Reading High.

Stretching into the end zone for @fjfootball27 is Eric Smith 20-12 now @FJAthletics in front over @RDGschools 10:26 remaining #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Uxdt0ubE7N

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

Jake Marquis carried the ball the entire drive for @fjfootball27 and in for the TD for @FJAthletics up now 26-12 over @RDGschools 3:39 remaining #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/R9zpYI1ztm

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 20, 2021

March 20, 2021
Harrry S. Truman Holds Off Cheltenham 34-28

LEVITTOWN – Cheltenham Head Coach Ryan Nase and Harry S. Truman Head Man Ben Johnson both had interesting stories on what it took to get their teams on the field Friday night. From limited training time, running practices in parking lots, to countless hours of virtual coaching, these teams, staffs, and administrators deserve tons of credit to make this spring football season a reality. It finally came down to putting everything out on the field. After a quarter and a half shaking off the rust, both teams turned this game into a wild west shoot-out. And when the dust settled, Harry S. Truman (1-0) made just enough plays to earn a 34-28 win over Cheltenham (0-1).

Senior Sincere Thomas had a stellar performance for Harry S. Truman. Thomas ran through and past the Panthers’ D for four TD receptions and a two-point grab. Cheltenham Senior QB Zach Gaffin put his team on his back in the second half and willed the Panthers back into the game.

Incredible night for @HarrySTrumanHi1 Senior Sincere Thomas with four Touchdowns and a 2 Pt grab in @BTSDAthletics 34-28 win tonight over @CheltenhamSD #u10beat @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/401RzDdU17

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

@HarrySTrumanHi1 Head Coach Ben Johnson following the @BTSDAthletics 34-28 win over @CheltenhamSD tonight #u10beat @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/NqW1H5rKzV

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

@CheltenhamSD driving late and @HarrySTrumanHi1 a HUGE sack on 4th down and @BTSDAthletics hangs on to beat @CheltenhamSD in a wild one 34-28. Wow! #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/4yhWWKY39R

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

It took both teams a while to get into the flow of playing football once again. The light went on in the middle of the second quarter for Harry S. Truman. The Tigers pulled out to a 20-0 halftime advantage.

Defense rules in quarter one as @HarrySTrumanHi1 and @CheltenhamSD scoreless. Nice sack here by @CheltenhamSD Nate Felix #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/op2CUb1Shq

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

25 yard Field Goal attempt by @CheltenhamSD is no good. Still scoreless with @HarrySTrumanHi1 5:40 until halftime @BTSDAthletics #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/7eoKzDVKE0

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

And just that quick Terrell Delp hits Sincere Thomas on a crossing route to put @HarrySTrumanHi1 on top 6-0 over @CheltenhamSD as the two pointer failed #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/kyZjQFYnos

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

Off into the night goes @HarrySTrumanHi1 Makai Jackson and a big pick 6! Two Pointer is no good and @BTSDAthletics up 12-0 over @CheltenhamSD 2:54 until halftime #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/qVYGs3rDp8

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

With :09.5 left in the first half @HarrySTrumanHi1 QB Terrell Delp hits Sincere Thomas on a 24 yard TD A controversial two pointer is good and @BTSDAthletics now up 20-0 over @CheltenhamSD as we head to halftime. #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @END2008 @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/SeZbtVTlrG

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

The second-half intensity got cranked way up, but it took most of the third quarter for Cheltenham to finally get on the board. The teams traded scores and we went to the fourth quarter with Truman up 28-7.

In from the two is @CheltenhamSD Martin Latimer III @HarrySTrumanHi1 still maintains a 20-7 lead with 4:31 remaining in quarter three #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @END2008 @BTSDAthletics pic.twitter.com/NVv2rCaOym

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

Look at @HarrySTrumanHi1 Sincere Thomas get through the defense for a 20 yard score! Thomas grabs the two pointer and @BTSDAthletics back out to a 28-7 lead over @CheltenhamSD #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/AbowrRv1r6

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

Big fumble recovery by Kaden Rossi of @HarrySTrumanHi1 deep in there own end @BTSDAthletics still up 28-7 over @CheltenhamSD as we end quarter three #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/or4ZtTWPqJ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

The fourth quarter turned into an air-it-out wild affair. Truman made a big stop late in the game to hang on 34-28.

From QB Zach Griffin DEEP to Amani Ezell for @CheltenhamSD @HarrySTrumanHi1 still up 28-14 with 10:59 remaining. We have a ball game here! #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @BTSDAthletics @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/IxpwDCqlC2

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

Delp to Thomas lethal once again for @HarrySTrumanHi1 45 yards this time and @BTSDAthletics extends the lead to 34-14 over @CheltenhamSD with 8:35 left #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/gy13YLdITV

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

SWEET grab by @CheltenhamSD Jaquan Paige sets up a dive TD by QB Zach Gaffin This has turned into quite a shootout! @HarrySTrumanHi1 still up 34-21 with 6:40 still remaining #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @6abc @SOLsports pic.twitter.com/cVaMbaQnlm

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

@CheltenhamSD pins @HarrySTrumanHi1 deep in its own end then recovers a fumble in the end zone and it’s now @BTSDAthletics 34 Panthers 28 with 5:47 left. Oh my! #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Y3SdDQOOf3

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

@CheltenhamSD driving late and @HarrySTrumanHi1 a HUGE sack on 4th down and @BTSDAthletics hangs on to beat @CheltenhamSD in a wild one 34-28. Wow! #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/4yhWWKY39R

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 14, 2021

March 14, 2021
Chichester Tops Father Judge 27-19 In U10 Spring Opener

BOOTHWYN – I have walked out on the field for quite a few big football games. But the feeling of walking out for the first Spring football game in PA history was something special. The reason it was special was that both schools had already won before the game was even played. The teams and communities have battled for months against COVID and getting these football teams out on the field mean they have now won. Won by persevering through adversity. Won by devising new protocols and making sacrifices to get these athletes out on the field. And when the whistle blew and the pads started popping, we were playing football once again. Chichester and Father Judge put on a great show Friday night for the rest of the state. How fitting that the game came down to a goal-line stop by the Eagles with 6.4 seconds left to preserve a 27-19 over the Father Judge Crusaders.

Chichester QB Zach Taylor had two TD passes to lead a sharp Eagles passing game. Staring Reeves’ long pick six in the fourth quarter was the turning point of the game. Father Judge relied on a pounding running game led by Jake Marquis for most of its offensive success in the game.

@chi_football5 Head Coach Bob Brice postgame thoughts on @Chi_Athletics 27-19 win over @fjfootball27 #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @END2008 pic.twitter.com/p7rrle1e66

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

After an understandably sluggish start by both teams, Chichester got on the board first. The Eagles held a 7-0 lead after one quarter.

And with that ….Spring football begins in PA @fjfootball27 @FJAthletics @chi_football5 @Chi_Athletics @END2008 @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @SamuelMarcinek @HSFBamerica @Cawley_TV #u10beat pic.twitter.com/gWoaqghK8Y

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

@chi_football5 on the board 40 yards from QB Zach Taylor to Zaquan Bruton 7-0 over @fjfootball27 6:56 quarter one! @Chi_Athletics @FJAthletics @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @small_play #u10beat pic.twitter.com/1Wj9WhZZc3

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

The second quarter was the most entertaining of the game. Father Judge got its ground game going to move in front. Chichester put in a late score before half to regain the lead.

@fjfootball27 80 yard drive mostly with RB Jake Marquis who dives across for @FJAthletics XP no good @chi_football5 up 7-6 4:19 until halftime #u10beat @Chi_Athletics @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/4SFGlh1tws

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

Following a sparkling interception by Pat McShea @fjfootball27 QB Mike Van Horn 22 yards to Jordan Rhinehart with an even better TD catch. @FJAthletics up now 12-7 over @chi_football5 2:00 until halftime #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @END2008 pic.twitter.com/LrkSIgdKMr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

And @chi_football5 comes right back! :14 until halftime Bryen Hamm 10 yards for the score @Chi_Athletics now up 14-12 over @fjfootball27 @FJAthletics #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @END2008 @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/9cyD5cAVHr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

Chichester hit pay dirt with its first drive of the third quarter. Father Judge pulled close as we went to the fourth.

Escaping the rush and throwing a 39 yard TD to Ramir McDowell is @chi_football5 QB Zach Taylor 21-12 now over @fjfootball27 10:43 quarter three #u10beat @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @small_play @FJAthletics @Chi_Athletics pic.twitter.com/j3xv7wYPlb

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

Nice drive to answer by @fjfootball27 Eric Smith in from the 3 and things tighten up @chi_football5 holding a 21-19 lead over @FJAthletics 2:04 quarter three #u10beat @EPAFootball @Chi_Athletics @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica #pahsfb pic.twitter.com/GPrKSutEyC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

The fourth quarter was a defensive battle. The only score of the fourth quarter was a LONG pick-six by Chichester’s Staring Reeves. The game came down to one final goal-line stand for Chichester to preserve a 27-19 win.

:06.4 left @fjfootball27 stopped short of the goal line and @chi_football comes away with the 27-19 win! What a way to start the Spring here in #pahsfb @FJAthletics @Chi_Athletics @CaryMoyer #u10beat @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/O7lz9gNc8E

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) March 13, 2021

March 13, 2021
Steel High Survives Jeanette to Claim 1A Title 32-20

(Hershey) Jeanette and Steel High were no strangers to the Hershey Park PIAA stage on Friday. These two set the championship table in the 11AM start of our two day smorgasbord of Pennsylvania football. This opening act did not disappoint. A furious fourth quarter had Steel High capturing its third PIAA Championship in school history 32-20 over a valiant Jeanette team.

Odell Greene was a battering ram on the ground for the Rollers racking up 195 yards and a TD on the ground. The Rollers Defense had two sparkling pick sixes. One by Daivin Pryor and the other by Damien Hammonds that iced the game late in the fourth quarter.

Jeanette got on the board first with a nifty pitch and catch at the 6:15 mark of quarter one.

Touchdown Jeannette! Roberto Smith Jr. hits @birchbrett for a 34-yard touchdown pass. Jeannette 7 Steel-High 0 1st quarter 6:15 @Jhawkathletics @jeannettecsd @jeannettefootb1 @andrewerby @rollersfootball @rollerathletics @shcoachslade pic.twitter.com/mDeJ4UNcOf

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

Steel High tied it up on their next possession with a nice run Mehki Flowers

Oh my! Watch Mehki Flowers take this one 50 yards to the house for @RollersFootball to tie up the #piaa 1A title game at 7 with @Jhawkathletics 3:10 quarter one @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play @RollerAthletics pic.twitter.com/7fMfJklcYP

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

Toby Cline who had 149 yards receiving on the day set up a score by Robert Smith to put Jeanette back on top.

This fine catch and run by Toby Cline sets up a Roberto Smith TD to put @Jhawkathletics up 14-7 over @RollersFootball #piaa 1A Championship 6:17 until halftime @RollerAthletics @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play @WPIAL_Blitz pic.twitter.com/KtPJY8Eigr

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

Steel High had a huge drive to end the first half. Odell Greene punched it across to tie the score at 14 as we went to the break.

Touchdown Steel-High! Odell Greene 1-yard touchdown run. Jeannette 14, Steel-High 14. 1st quarter :18 @odellgreene_4 @Jhawkathletics @jeannettecsd @jeannettefootb1 @andrewerby @rollersfootball @rollerathletics @shcoachslade pic.twitter.com/AvNZwVsW00

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

Most of the third quarter was a back and forth between the defenses. Steel High finally put together a drive. The Jeanette defense stiffened so Bryan Hernandez booted it through to put Steel High in front for good.

A nice Mehki Flowers run sets up this 22 yard Bryan Hernandez Field Goal for @RollerAthletics Now up 17-14 over @Jhawkathletics 3:51 quarter three #piaa 1A Championship @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @RollersFootball @WPIAL_Blitz @small_play pic.twitter.com/Ybx4GQwVrU

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

Each defense slammed the door until midway through the fourth. And it was the Steel High defense that got the points Check out this pick six by Daivin Pryor

Steel-High’s Daivin Pryor intercepts Roberto Smith Jr. pass and goes 80 yards for the score. 6:28 remaining in game Steelton-Highspire leads 24-14 @Jhawkathletics @jeannettecsd @jeannettefootb1 @andrewerby @rollersfootball @rollerathletics @shcoachslade pic.twitter.com/gRowT9N55T

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

Jeanette did not go down without a fight. Smith hit James Sanders to make it 24-20 at the 5;56 mark. But the dagger was put in by Steel High’s Damien Hammonds pick six. The 32-20 triumph by Steel High was the Third PIAA title in school history.

Steel-High’s Damein Hammonds 75-yard interception puts the Rollers up 32-20 1:27 remaining in game @Jhawkathletics @jeannettecsd @jeannettefootb1 @andrewerby @rollersfootball @rollerathletics @shcoachslade @deucegetloos pic.twitter.com/T2IrHvvwVS

— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) November 27, 2020

November 27, 2020
Twitter Recap: Pine Richland Rallies Past Governor Mifflin 48-44 In 5A Semi Final

HOLLIDAYSBURG – The 5A Semi-Final between Governor Mifflin and Pine Richland turned into an instant classic. Jump on board this roller coaster ride as Pine Richland heads to Hershey with a 48-44 win Saturday afternoon.

Our @BruteAthApparel “Player of the Game “ was @PRRamsFootball Miguel Jackson. Miguel will get a custom commemorative hoodie from @BruteAthApparel @small_play @EPAFootball pic.twitter.com/XV2Us4zWbN

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

@GMSDAthletics on the board first! Brandon Strausser with the dive. @GovMifflinSD interception on the games opening play started the drive 7-0 Mustangs over @PRRamsFootball #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/NMBr0JWSAx

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Nick Singleton won’t be denied! @GMSDAthletics now up 14-0 over @PRRamsFootball 4:29 quarter one #piaa 5A semifinal. Drive set up be another Rams turnover @EPAFootball @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/q3GwbXRZac

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Another @PRRamsFootball turnover @GMSDAthletics up 14-0 quarter one #Piaa 5A semifinal pic.twitter.com/DJzqQxrfNF

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Right up the gut! Brandon Strausser makes it @GMSDAthletics 21 @PRRamsFootball 0 9:28 until halftime #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/hHaOk8TTbI

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

On a 4th and 4 @PRRamsFootball Charlie Mill takes the bubble screen 40 yards for the score. @GMSDAthletics still up 21-7 7:49 until halftime #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Tfklst00PC

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Following an interception @PRRamsFootball capitalizes with a Brooks Eastburn TD @GMSDAthletics still leads 21-13 5:51 until halftime #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/WBOG9bdbUr

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

On a 4th and 3 Luke Miller comes all the way across the field for @PRRamsFootball the two pointer is no good @GMSDAthletics still up 3:54 until halftime #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play @WPIAL_Blitz pic.twitter.com/vEjNDveGxp

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

A HUGE drive for @GMSDAthletics to finish the first half Strausser dives across for @GovMifflinSD 28-19 Mustangs over @PRRamsFootball at the break @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @small_play @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/03XccC2EOn

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

@GMSDAthletics takes advantage of another @PRRamsFootball turnover With a Connor Maryniak sneak @GovMifflinSD now up 34-19 7:59 left quarter three #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @small_play pic.twitter.com/3VV5bYXfoM

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

A Greg Suber interception turns into a Brandon Strausser TD for @GMSDAthletics ! 41-19 over @PRRamsFootball 6:34 quarter three #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @WPIAL_Blitz @small_play pic.twitter.com/A5WsvnPtcH

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Quickly @PRRamsFootball strikes back 29 yards Cole Spencer hits Eli Jochem Its @GMSDAthletics still in front 41-26 in the #piaa 5A semifinal 5:11 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/Ij2gBUtsER

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Here come the Rams! Spencer to Jochem 48 yards this time. @GMSDAthletics still on top 41-33 over @PRRamsFootball #piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/ywxZFR9O2A

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Wes Grillo good from 27 yards to make it @GMSDAthletics 44 @PRRamsFootball 41 with 3:06 left #piaa 5A semifinal. It just does not get any better than this! @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/UfNP0ELooU

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Look at this Cole Spencer 46 yard TD to give @PRRamsFootball a 48-44 lead over @GMSDAthletics Incredible! #Piaa 5A semifinal 2:12 left @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/2HeNm4zu9w

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

And that does it from Holidaysburg @PRRamsFootball prevails 48-44 over @GMSDAthletics in a whale of a #Piaa 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @WPIAL_Blitz @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/oLi0qlTDMX

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

November 21, 2020
Twitter Recap: Jersey Shore On The Way To Hershey 39-35 Over Lampeter-Strasburg

LANCASTER – After a slow first quarter start, Jersey Shore came roaring back in the second half to defeat Lampeter-Strasburg 39-35 in the PIAA 4A semifinal

A back and forth first quarter has Cam Allison go 24 yards for @shoresports2 to give the Bulldogs a 7-0 lead over @LSFootball1 2:40 quarter one #piaa 4A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @NFHSNetwork @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/URQN2cbYAP

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

And just that quick, Beau Heyser with the TD grab from Sean McTaggert and @LSFootball1 has tied it at 7 #piaa 4 A semifinal as we end quarter one @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/Mi02s7UaFJ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Here we go! @shoresports2 Branden Wheary 55 yards and it’s 14-7 over @LSFootball1 #piaa 4A semifinal 11:07 quarter two @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/EfUEOQf3id

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

4th and goal from the 3 McTaggart flips to Beau Heyser for @LSFootball1 Tied at 14 with @shoresports2 #piaa 4A semifinal 8:58 until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @NFHSNetwork @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/aol56rxLqj

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Here come the Pioneers! 45 yards this time McTaggart to Berkeley Wagner! @LSFootball1 pulls out to a 21-14 over @shoresports2 7:35 until halftime. Wow! @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play @NFHSNetwork pic.twitter.com/Qxc5qRwNIf

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Up and down the field we go! @shoresports2 Wheary 5 yards to Cayden Hess. Tied at 21 with @LSFootball1 #piaa 4A semifinal 5:30 until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/xg7RDSpqGi

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

What a turn of events! @LSFootball1 with a HUGE goal line stop, three plays later McTaggart to Beau Heyser 83 yards TO THE HOUSE 28-21 over @shoresports2 1:30 until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/rXNFzMP3qS

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

What a crazy two minutes! Cam Allison runs this in for @shoresports2 make it 28-27 @LSFootball1 THEN 2 plays later Dalton Dugan a pick six for the Bulldogs 33-28 @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/VaklRSjTWM

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

Right down the field came @LSFootball1 McTaggart dives in to make it 35-33 over @shoresports2 as we end quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/1KOJCDzEKh

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

This nice run by Cam Allison sets up a Wheary to Hess short TD toss 2 pointer is no good @shoresports2 out in front 39-35 over @LSFootball1 with 9:14 remaining in the #Piaa 4A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/W2ZUyV3HMa

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

How sweet it is for @shoresports2 on to Hershey 39-35 winners over @LSFootball1 #piaa 4 A semifinal @EPAFootball @small_play pic.twitter.com/BC81ucX6B4

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 21, 2020

November 21, 2020
Lampeter-Strasburg Captures District Three 4A Crown 20-3 Over ELCO

LANCASTER – It has become a special rivalry between ELCO and Lampeter-Strasburg in recent years. Rather than settling things in a league crossover game, these Lancaster Lebanon League rivals have met in the postseason in a win or go home game. On Friday, a District Three 4A Title and the opportunity to host a PIAA Semifinal game was on the line. A game doesn’t get much bigger than that. A game doesn’t get more emotional or hard-hitting than what L-S and ELCO displayed Friday night. The Pioneers passing game took control in the second half and vaulted L-S into the PIAA Tourney and a District Three Title 20-3 over ELCO. The District championship was the first back to back championships for Lampeter-Strasburg in school history.

Pioneer Quarterback Sean McTaggert had a solid second half throwing the ball. Sean had two TDs, one to Beau Heyser and an electrifying 72-yarder with Austin Stoltzfus that broke the game open in the fourth quarter. Nick DelGrande anchored the defense and had two fumble recoveries.

L-S Head Coach John Manion had high praise for his team’s effort. “Really, really proud of these kids,” said Manion. “This is what these kids have worked for since youth camp. This has been a group I have loved all the way up. This is a great senior class.”

Both teams started the game conservatively. The only meaningful drive was by L-S. The ELCO D caused a big turnover and after one we were scoreless.

Big turnover for @_dbohannon deep in their own end no score with @LSFootball1 8:25 quarter one @piaadistrict3 @EPAFootball @small_play @ddstokes124 @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/LKPpMdehU9

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 14, 2020

ELCO had the only drive to yield points in the first half At the break, ELCO held a 3-0 lead over L-S.

@_dbohannon Rheece Shuey the short Field Goal to make it 3-0 over @LSFootball1 5:17 until halftime @piaadistrict3 4A Title game @EPAFootball @ELCOHSAdmin @ddstokes124 @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/tDeYgkAEvP

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 14, 2020

The second half started very much like the first with the Defenses controlling the game. Finally, midway through quarter three, the Pioneers tied the game.

It’s a battle of Field Goals in the @piaadistrict3 4A Title game @LSFootball1 Andrew Reidenbaugh boots it through to tie it at 3 with @_dbohannon @ELCOHSAdmin 7:07 quarter three @EPAFootball @ddstokes124 @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/r7nYBKdfoI

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 14, 2020

The L-S offense moved the ball effectively on its next third quarter drive. Andrew Reidenbaugh’s second Field Goal of the quarter moved the Pioneers in front for good.

Sean McTaggert hits Ian Herr with a nice completion which sets up another short Reidenbaugh Field Goal for @LSFootball1 Now up 6-3 over @_dbohannon @ELCOHSAdmin in the @piaadistrict3 4A Title game late 3rd quarter @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 @WPIAL_Blitz pic.twitter.com/qQUILa0Aay

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 14, 2020

A big fumble recovery by the Pioneers set up this McTaggart TD pass to Heyser which was the first TD of the game.

Great effort by @LSFootball1 Beau Heyser to get in the End Zone Pioneers up now 13-3 over @_dbohannon @ELCOHSAdmin 9:06 remaining @piaadistrict3 4A Title game. @EPAFootball @ddstokes124 @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/dy3uBAawXQ

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 14, 2020

The dagger for L-S was this 72-yard catch and run by Austin Stoltzfus.

Oh my 72 yards for Austin Stoltzfus ! @LSFootball1 extends its lead to 20-3 over @_dbohannon @ELCOHSAdmin with 7:46 remaining in the @piaadistrict3 4A Title game @EPAFootball @ddstokes124 @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/JeQrMqF6j4

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 14, 2020

November 14, 2020
Warwick Survives New Oxford, 14-12

LITITZ – The best thing about the postseason is the non-traditional matchups. Saturday night showcased one of those games when New Oxford from the YAIAA met up with Warwick of the Lancaster-Lebanon League in the District Three 5A Semifinal game. A COVID closure at Warwick High complicated matters and moved the game from Friday to Saturday. Warwick persevered from the distraction and advanced to the District Three title game for the first time in school history by downing the Colonials 14-12.

“The kids hung in, I’ve got to give them credit for that,” said Warwick Head Coach Bob Locker. “Physically we played hard right till the end of the game.” Warwick entered Saturday’s game not having practiced since Tuesday because of COVID situations at Warwick High School.

New Oxford started out fast. The Colonials quickly took the opening kick down for points.

Here we go! @CVSDathletics strikes quickly QB Connor Beans hits Connor Herring for a 35 yard score! 6-0 over @WarwickFB 10:07 quarter one @WarwickWarriors @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/QMHznlihQX

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

The New Oxford Defense held Warwick to a three and out. The ensuing Colonial possession resulted in another first-quarter TD

Beans to Herring 7 yards this time for @CVSDathletics A 2 pointer is again no good but it’s 12-0 over @WarwickFB 6:17 quarter one @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Ifkfjge90g

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

Warwick finally mounted a drive at the end of quarter one and cashed in as quarter two started.

Here comes @WarwickFB Colton Miller in on the first play of quarter two but @CVSDathletics holds a 12-7 lead @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @small_play @CaryMoyer @WarwickWarriors pic.twitter.com/sXuyuBDP9K

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

Warwick mounted another drive and took the lead just before halftime.

This nice hookup from @WarwickFB QB Joey McCraken to Caleb Schmitz sets up a short TD by Colton Miller. @WarwickWarriors now up 14-12 over @CVSDathletics as we go to halftime of the @piaadistrict3 5A Semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/HywhC6Zd5H

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

The third quarter was dominated by the Defenses. New Oxford held out Warwick at its own goal line as we went to the fourth quarter.

The 3rd quarter all Defense. As we start quarter 4 @CVSDathletics a HUGE goal line stand! @WarwickFB still leads 14-12 11:15 left @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal @YAscores @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play @WarwickWarriors pic.twitter.com/0e5oRd4pCm

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

New Oxford drove deep in Warwick territory. This INT preserved the Warriors 14-12 win and sent them to the District Championship game for the first time in school history.

@CVSDathletics tried the “New Oxford Special” but @WarwickWarriors Adam Martin with the end zone INT. @WarwickFB still leads 14-13 5:30 left @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal @YAscores @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/MkzgqNJSYt

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

HUGE conversion by @WarwickFB on a 4th and three with 2:03 left @WarwickWarriors hang on to beat @CVSDathletics 14-12 in the @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal. Warriors face @GMSDAthletics for the 5A title! @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @YAscores @small_play pic.twitter.com/pKzenevoGj

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 8, 2020

November 8, 2020
York Suburban Triumphs 27-18 Over Gettysburg

GETTYSBURG – An undefeated Gettysburg Warrior squad hosted a reeling York Suburban team Saturday night. The Trojans came in losers of consecutive games and looking for an identity. York Suburban exited this game brimming with confidence. The confidence came from a solid total team effort in a 27-18 win over Gettysburg.

Trojans Quarterback Junior Cam Brewer had a stellar game. Cam directed a potent passing attack with three TD passes and ran the ball effectively all night long. Wide Receiver, Sophomore Kenny Johnson, hauled in two of the TDs and was the primary target for Brewer all night.

“The kids played great tonight,” said YS Head Coach Andy Louks. “The kids made it a point that they were going to give it everything they had tonight.” “Every win is super fun,” said Cam Brewer. “We lost our last two games and somebody had to bring some excitement to the table.” Kenny Johnson said, “It was all about making a play when the ball was in the air tonight.”

Gettysburg controlled most of quarter one, but only led 3-0

A nice time consuming drive for @GAHSAthletics stalls so Zach Parr boots through the Field goal to give the Warriors a 3-0 lead over @YSAthletics as the first quarter ends. @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @END2008 @small_play pic.twitter.com/ITujPKWEN5

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

YS answered quickly with a bomb from Brewer to Johnson to take a 6-3 lead. Gettysburg came back quickly with a good drive of their own, finished by a Jeremiah Scott TD run for a 10-6 margin.

@GAHSAthletics right down the field to answer Jeremiah Scott punches it across to give the Warriors a 10-6 lead over @YSAthletics 10:25 until halftime @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/VL1Y57ra7M

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

And off we went in quarter two. It was 33 yards this time from Newton to Johnson and a 13-10 lead for the Trojans

33 yards this time from Brewer to Johnson! @YSAthletics back on top 13-10 over @GAHSAthletics Here we go! @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @END2008 @small_play @Cawley_TV pic.twitter.com/pRhvrIYS6l

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

And here came Gettysburg. A nice gab by Ruger Pennington set up a QB Baddock TD dive and we were off…

A nice pitch and catch from Asher Baddick to Ruger Pennington sets up a Baddick sneak for the TD. XP is no good but @GAHSAthletics back on top 16-13 over @YSAthletics with 3:10 until halftime pic.twitter.com/0IhLwaP52b

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

Gettysburg’s only second-half points were on a punt block.

Check out @GAHSAthletics Hunter Williams with the blocked punt for a safety! @YSAthletics still up 20-18 5:54 quarter three. @EPAFootball @Cawley_TV @CaryMoyer @END2008 @small_play @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/QCB6W2WxOV

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 18, 2020

The momentum shift did not seem to bother YS. The Trojans went right down the field.

@YSAthletics and Cam Brewer keep on slinging it! 31 yards this time to Ty Posey! Trojans now up 27-18 over @GAHSAthletics with 1:08 left in quarter three @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @Cawley_TV @small_play pic.twitter.com/rrKgICq01K

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 18, 2020

Defenses ruled the final quartet and the York Suburban Trojans came away with the win over powerhouse Gettysburg.

October 18, 2020
Warwick Turns Back Solanco 48-14

QUARRYVILLE – It was a Lancaster Lebanon League Section two showdown Friday night. Solanco came into its matchup with Warwick with tons of momentum. The Golden Mules were on a three-game win streak that included victories over perennial powerhouses Cocalico and Manheim Central. The undefeated Warriors marched in with an average margin of victory of better than 42 points a game through four opponents. Solanco battled the Warriors early but succumbed to a potent Warwick offensive attack 48-14.

Warwick’s Colton Miller was the star of the game. Miller was able to run through the Golden Mule defense all night long. Miller tallied five TD runs that included a long of 68 yards. Warriors Quarterback Joey McCracken also looked very comfortable running a crisp and balanced offensive attack.

The line did an amazing job,” said the humble Colton Miller after the game. “I am trying to prove people wrong that I am quick.” Solanco Coach Bob Locker was pleased with his team’s effort. ” We have a good defense and it showed tonight.” Locker also added, “You just can’t lose a game and qualify for Districts. It’s as simple as that.”

Warwick broke through on the games opening drive. Who else but Colton Miller could get the Warriors on top?

A very interesting opening drive for @WarwickWarriors ends with a Colton Miller TD dive. A Two pointer gives @WarwickFB an 8-0 lead over @golden_mules 7:04 quarter one pic.twitter.com/qbvlkPD0N9

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 16, 2020

Warwick’s second first-quarter possession made the end zone as well.

34 yards this time for Colton Miller on @WarwickFB 2nd possession @WarwickWarriors up 14-0 over @golden_mules 2:01 quarter one @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/WUjPJWWE5k

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 16, 2020

The Golden Mules answered with an impressive ground-based drive.

The @golden_mules just pound it down the field! QB Mason St Clair gets it across but @WarwickFB still leads 14-7 with 5:56 until halftime @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/5vP0y24xpw

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 16, 2020

Warwick built a comfortable halftime lead on nice efforts by Colton Miller and a real bac- breaker by Caleb Schmidz.

That’s Colton Miller’s third TD of the game. This time from 12 yards The two pointer fails but @WarwickWarriors pulls out to a 20-7 advantage on @golden_mules 3:11 until halftime @EPAFootball @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/iMPLW01m4V

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 16, 2020

@WarwickWarriors Caleb Schmitz shedding tacklers and going 46 yards for the score! @WarwickFB now up 28-7 over @golden_mules 2:26 until halftime. Wow! @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/zWBOMgEb0q

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 16, 2020

The Warriors really broke this open in the second half on another Colton Miller TD.

Colton Miller TO THE HOUSE for @WarwickWarriors and his 4th TD of the game. @WarwickFB literally running away here 35-7 over @golden_mules 5:31 quarter three @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @small_play pic.twitter.com/skYGu8LMlL

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

Miller and substitute Brendon Snyder really put this one out of hand.

BIG sack for @WarwickWarriors Broc Diem sets up Colton Miller’s 5th rushing TD from 62 yards. @WarwickFB now up 42-7 as quarter three ends. @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/CHdT9BHoe2

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

Brendon Snyder runs it across for @WarwickWarriors to make it 48-7 over @golden_mules 8:51 left @EPAFootball @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/msqtV43xU0

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

A late TD by Solanco made the final 48-14.

That’s Robert Cartagena punching it across for @golden_mules @WarwickWarriors still up 48-14 with 2:41 remaining @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/X4pZVMP9vb

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

It did not get easier down the stretch

Solanco was able to post one late that made the final Warwick 48 Solanco 14

Warwick is off to face Cocalico next week. Solanco has a date with Conestoga Valley.

That’s Robert Cartagena punching it across for @golden_mules @WarwickWarriors still up 48-14 with 2:41 remaining @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @small_play pic.twitter.com/X4pZVMP9vb

— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 17, 2020

October 17, 2020
Cedar Cliff Beats Berks Catholic 35-34 in Double Overtime

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For the second week in a row Berks Catholic woke up Tuesday morning without a game Friday night. But when Friday afternoon came, the Saints were once again on buses heading off to face an opponent who lost its game due to COVID related problems. Last night 5A Cedar Cliff hosted 4A Berks Catholic in what turned out to be a back and forth, slugfest thriller. Cedar Cliff stopped Berks Catholic on a two point attempt in the 2nd Overtime and came away with a 35-34 victory Friday Night.

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Cedar Cliff Quarterback Gannon McMeans was solid all night. McMeans had three TD passes including the game winner in Double Overtime. Running Back Justin Small led BC with two TD’s.

Cedar Cliff Head Coach Collin Gillen told his team before the game, “ You’re guaranteed one week, this is it.” Gillen also commented about this football season, “Who knows, we were able to fill with these guys this week. Next week we might be the shutdown team.”

Things got started fast in this one. Berks Catholic took the opening kick and sped down the field to take the lead. (see highlight)

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Cedar Cliff answered right back as Jontae Morris took it to the house on the ensuing kick to tie it at seven (see highlight)

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Cedar Cliff forced a BC punt on the Cedar Cliffs first offensive play when McMeans hit Trenten Smith on a 55 yard TD. It was 14-7. (see highlight)

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After a wild start to the game, the Defenses rose up in quarter two. We went to the half with Cedar Cliff up 14-7. (see highlight)

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Midway through quarter three, BC finally began to move the ball. QB Brad Hoffman hit Trace Brown. We were tied at 14. (see highlight)

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As we went to quarter four, Cedar Cliff took a 21-14 lead on a pass from McMeans to KC Robinson. (see highlight)

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Just over a minute later, BC’s Christian Cacchione tied the score at 21. (see highlight)

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The rest of quarter four was dominated by the defense, so we went to OT! In the first OT Justin Small scored for BC. Gannon McMeans dove across for Cedar Cliff in to the second overtime and tied at 28.

McMeans threw to Ramon Garcia. The extra point made it 35-28. BC Quarterback Brad Hoffman made an incredible play at the pilon to score a TD. Berks Catholic’s Coach Rick Keeley went for two and the win. Justin Small was stopped inches short of the goal line and Cedar Cliff had the win 35-34. Just an incredible effort by both squads last night.(see highlight)

https://twitter.com/BadgleyBruce/status/1309668837097381889

September 26, 2020
Jim Thorpe Downs Marian Catholic 43-0

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When you entered Stan Dakosty stadium at Marian Catholic you could hear the collective sigh of relief. It was finally time for football in PA. The Schuylkill League stayed the course this off-season and forged ahead with fall sports. The culmination of the leagues steadfast resolve was football games played on Friday Night. In a crossover match up between Jim Thorpe and Marian Catholic, the Olympians prevailed over the Colts Friday Night 43-0.

Special teams and a stifling Olympians defense played a huge part in this game The Olympians’ first score came at the 9:19 mark of quarter one on a blocked punt safety. The Jim Thorpe defense, which was tough all night, got the ball back for the offense quickly. The Olympians capitalized with a quick TD by Brandon Fasolino to make it 9-0 and Jim Thorpe was on their way. Fasolino scored his second TD of the quarter on the next Olympian possession. This time it was a 40-yard run to make it 16-0 with 4:36 in the quarter.

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The Marian Catholic offense never found any soft spots in a tough Olympians squad. The only blemish for Jim Thorpe in the first half was a missed extra point. At the end of a dominating first half Jim Thorpe held a 29-0 advantage over Marian Catholic.

The Olympians moved the lead to 36-0 early in the third quarter.

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Another third quarter score made it 43-0. Reserves played most of the fourth quarter and the final was Jim Thorpe 43 Marian Catholic 0.

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Jim Thorpe faces Blue Mountain next week The Eagles are coming off a 35-0 victory over Schuylkill Haven. Marian Catholic goes to Panther Valley. The Panthers fell week one to Lehighton 40-12.

September 12, 2020
Farrell Wins 1A Title On Hilton’s OT Field Goal

Photo’s by Matt Topper

HERSHEY – Two heavyweights stepped into Hershey Park stadium to face off for the 1A Title Thursday afternoon Defending Champion Farrell and ‘14-‘15-‘16 champions Bishop Guilfoyle. BG has beaten Farrell to claim the 2015 crown. In a hard fought, field position, defensive slug fest, Farrell prevailed 10-7 on a Brian Hilton overtime Field Goal
It was a cold and very windy day. Both teams had trouble moving the ball into the wind.

@farrellfootball and @BGMarauderFball in a real defensive struggle in quarter one of the #pahsfb 1A Championship game @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @END2008 @small_play @BadgleyBruce pic.twitter.com/6obo1kpfCk
— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 5, 2019

Then in quarter two Farrell had a short field after after a BG turnover. A nice run by Anthony Stallworth set up a TD by QB Raymond Raver for 7-0 lead.

This nice run by Anthony Stallworth set up the Raver end zone dive to give @farrellfootball a 7-0 lead in quarter two @HSFBamerica @BadgleyBruce @small_play https://t.co/BYkUbi1XSH pic.twitter.com/E28NASIjhJ
— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 5, 2019

The remainder of the 2nd quarter was just a defensive stalemate. We went to halftime with a Farrell on top 7-0.

Here was a nice interception by @farrellfootball Dwight Ravenscroft to stop @BGMarauderFball most productive drive of the first half in today’s @farrellfootball 1A Championship win @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @BadgleyBruce @small_play pic.twitter.com/9TkIYFFiTR
— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 5, 2019

The second half was a mirror image of the first. Both teams defensive squads were dominating. Finally a huge play Cameron Maloney to set up the a BG TD to tie things up

Here is the punt block by @BGMarauderFball Cameron Maloney to set up the equalizer TD in the fourth quarter of the #pahsfb 1A Championship game today https://t.co/jm6epQKh1K pic.twitter.com/eb0exvWOoK
— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 5, 2019

Both teams struggled to move the ball down the stretch and we went to overtime. In the OT Farrell’s Brian Hilton blocked a Guilfoyle field goal attempt. All Farrell needed to win were any points at all. The BG defense hung in and pushed Farrell back. All Farrell could do would be to try a Field Goal. It would be Brian Hilton with the attempt….and it was GOOD! Farrell wins 10-7. Wow.

Here is Brian Hilton Jr.s Championship winning field goal to give @farrellfootball a 10 -7 win over @BGMarauderFball in the #pahsfb 1A title game this afternoon. @BadgleyBruce @small_play @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @CaryMoyer https://t.co/ekCUa9skTv pic.twitter.com/QF9lAC4Juy
— EasternPAFootball (@EPAFootball) December 5, 2019

December 5, 2019
Cheltenham Wins 56-49 In The Final Seconds over Cocalico

HERSHEY – It was uncharted waters for the Cheltenham Panthers Friday Night. They had never played in Hersheypark Stadium for an opportunity to get to a state championship game. Cheltenham and Cocalico threw haymakers at one another all night long. When it was all said and done, Nate Edwards’ TD with 45 ticks remaining catapulted Cheltenham into the 5A Game 56-49.

Following the game, Cocalico Head Coach Dave Gingrich Shocked many people announcing he was stepping down after 16 years.

The Cheltenham Triplets of quarterback Adonis Hunter, right end TJ Harris and running back Nate Edwards, paced a potent Panthers offensive attack. Cocalico’s Quarterback Noah Palm’s gutsy performance lifted the Eagles all night long.

“There is something special about this group. There is something special about this year,” said Panthers Head Coach Ryan Nase after the win. “ I think we deserve the trip back next week and an opportunity to play Archbishop Wood.”

Cocalico’s opening drive ended with a turnover. Cheltenham quickly took advantage to break out on top 8-0 on a Nate Edwards 50-yard run.

Kamden Wyatt INT for @CheltenhamSD stops @CocalicoSports opening drive Then Nate Edwards goes 50 yards three plays later Panthers 8 Eagles 0 7:40 quarter 1 @EPAFootball @SOLsports @HSFBamerica @END2008 pic.twitter.com/rnEb4cGWDw
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 29, 2019

Cocalico did not waste any time in getting on the board.

Here we go! Ronald Zahm 43 yards for @CocalicoSports @CheltenhamSD up 8-7 7:10 quarter one. Got your track shoes on! @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @SOLsports @END2008 pic.twitter.com/JyFqcxW3F7
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 29, 2019

Cocalico then moved in front with some goal line trickery.

Goal line double reverse TD for @CocalicoSports ! Ronald Zahm ends up with the score and the Eagles lead @CheltenhamSD 14-8 3:55 quarter one @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @SOLsports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/JsSeByIlmq
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 29, 2019

Less than a minute later Jamir Barnes put Cheltenham back on top.

Oh my another 50 yard score for @CheltenhamSD This time Jamir Barnes. Panthers up over @CocalicoSports 15-14 3:09 quarter one @SOLsports @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/UMjZ22BpkP
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 29, 2019

Cocalico came right back, led by QB Noah Palm.

@CocalicoSports QB Noah Palm 6 yard TD. XP no good Eagles now lead @CheltenhamSD 20-15 9:50 left until halftime @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @END2008 @SOLsports #pahsfb 5A semifinal pic.twitter.com/W0XvBiBbcs
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 29, 2019

Cheltenham QB Adonis Hunter quickly hit Jamir Barnes on a 69-yard catch and run. It was Cheltenham back up 22-20. With time running down in the half Cheltenham then moved out to a 29-20 lead at the break.

@CheltenhamSD QB Adonis Hunter flips to TJ Harris and the Panthers lead @CocalicoSports 29-20 as we head to halftime #pahsfb 5A semifinal @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @SOLsports @END2008 @RossTuckerNFL @CaryMoyer @AndyBrackets pic.twitter.com/Orfge3zKFV
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

Cocalico scored first in the second half to get to within two, 29-27.

After a huge 4th down stop, #22 Steve Flinton goes 22 yards for the @CocalicoSports score! Eagles still trail @CheltenhamSD 29-27 with 7:31 in quarter three #pahsfb 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @SOLsports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/T4rHfJbC3x
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

TJ Harris’ fine catch and run put Cheltenham back on top.

Are you kidding me TJ Harris? @CheltenhamSD comes right back up 36-27 over @CocalicoSports 6:47 quarter three. I got my track shoes on wow! @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @SOLsports #pahsfb pic.twitter.com/w2rJVizsTQ
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

No quit in Cocalico. A bruising drive got the Eagles within one.

Look here! Cody Shay 10 yards for @CocalicoSports ! After a two pointer @CheltenhamSD up 36-35 with 3:53 left in quarter three #pahsfb 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @SOLsports @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @BurmanDave pic.twitter.com/N4hOyr5FRT
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

The next Eagle possession moved them back on top once again.

4th and goal and @CocalicoSports scores! Cody Shay will not be denied and the Eagles in front of @CheltenhamSD 41-36 with 9:55 remaining #pahsfb 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @SOLsports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/RoT50vU5n6
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

This wild game turned again on the kickoff. TJ Harris went 88 yards to the house. It was 42-41 Panthers with 9:44 left. And just that quick Noah Palm took it to the house for the Eagles.

Get outta here! @CocalicoSports QB Noah Palm 69 yards two pointer is good! Eagles back up 49-42 over @CheltenhamSD 9:13 left. I can’t take a breath let alone tweet in this one! #pahsfb 5A semifinal @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @SOLsports @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/ownTp01XML
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

Just that quick again we were tied.

Incredible Nate Edwards around the end 28 yards for @CheltenhamSD tied at 49 with @CocalicoSports 6:43 remaining. #pahdfb 5A semifinal @EPAFootball @SOLsports @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/lyvs4PWTkX
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

Cheltenham took over for one final drive. The Panthers moved right down the field. Nate Edwards scored to send the Panthers to the 5A title game.

:45 left it’s Nate Edwards for @CheltenhamSD sending the Panthers to the 5A title game 56-49 over @CocalicoSports What a tremendous effort by both squads in the one. OH MY! @HSFBamerica @SOLsports @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL pic.twitter.com/1HIwkmGoZz
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 30, 2019

November 30, 2019
Tamaqua Pulls Away From Wyomissing Area 20-10

ASHLAND – Tamaqua and Wyomissing met for the first time Friday night. Even though they were unfamiliar with one another, the proximity of these two foes resulted in three common opponents. All the connecting of the dots played out in a 3A state quarterfinal matchup. Tamaqua controlled the line of scrimmage all night long and came away with a bruising 20-10 win over Wyomissing Area.

Running back Nate Boyle led the offensive for Tamaqua. Nate and the ground attack keyed a strong second half comeback. A stout defensive effort by Tamaqua held a powerful Wyomissing running game in check all game long.

“To hold a team like this to three points of offense is an incredible job,” said Tamaqua Head Coach Sam Bonner. “We went with a different look tonight, we went with a 5-3 base defense and we also did some shifting that caught them off guard”. Star Running Back Nate Boyle said “When we get momentum, it’s hard to stop our offense, and we got momentum in the 2nd half.”

Wyomissing’s best drive of the game was the first time they touched the ball. Unfortunately the drive stalled and it led to a field goal and a 3-0 lead.

A long grounding drive for @WyoFootball then Aiden Cirulli DOINK and through from 35 yards @Wyospartans up 3-0 over @TASDAthletics1 4:02 quarter one #pahsfb @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @D11Sports @RossTuckerNFL https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/5l57T48rHW
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

Tamaqua came right back and a quick score had them in front

Matt Kistler the TD grab for @TASDAthletics1 as quarter one ends. XP no good Blue Raiders 6-3 over @Wyospartans @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @D11Sports @69SportsBT #pahsfb https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/vQSmqxLFJS
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

The second quarter was a defensive struggle until just before halftime. The Wyo defense made a huge play. We went to halftime with Wyomissing up 10-6.

Whoa rumbling stumbling fumble recovery TD by @Wyospartans Isiah Fernandez! @WyoFootball now in front 10-6 over @TASDAthletics1 2:56 until halftime @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @D11Sports https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/zoCut84rr3
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

Oh my as the half ends @TASDAthletics1 stopped just short of the goal line. @Wyospartans up 10-6 #pahsfb 3A quarterfinal action packed half @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @D11Sports @RossTuckerNFL @WFASpartans @WyoFootball https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/T5FscWHd00
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

Momentum of the entire game shifted on the Spartans first second half possession. Tamaqua stopped Wyomissing on a fourth down at mid field. Nate Boyle then took control.

Nate Boyle a big run on the drive , then a 6 yard TD @TASDAthletics1 back in front 13-10 over @Wyospartans 7:12 quarter three @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @D11Sports @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL https://t.co/MgISdjibiB pic.twitter.com/6lfLXy9UE8
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

Nate Boyle a big run on the drive , then a 6 yard TD @TASDAthletics1 back in front 13-10 over @Wyospartans 7:12 quarter three @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @D11Sports @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL https://t.co/MgISdjibiB pic.twitter.com/6lfLXy9UE8
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

Pretty INT by Matt Kistler gives to back to @TASDAthletics1 leading @Wyospartans 13-10 5:25 quarter three #pahsfb @HSFBamerica @D11Sports @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/BqHvgFUMMQ
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

@TASDAthletics1 driving and leading @Wyospartans 13-10 with 9:10 remaining @EPAFootball @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/uowvcTwwIg
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

Nate Boyle’s final TD sealed the Tamaqua win 20-10 over Wyomissing.

There goes Nate Boyle 34 yards for a @TASDAthletics1 TD up now 20-10 over @Wyospartans with 8:10 remaining #pahsfb @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @D11Sports @RossTuckerNFL @CaryMoyer https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/AjvwIaKZD6
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

All she wrote from Ashland as @TASDAthletics1 move on in the #pahsfb tournament by beating @WyoFootball 20-10. Great ball game. @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @D11Sports @CaryMoyer @RossTuckerNFL https://t.co/MgISdjzMHb pic.twitter.com/gZbSnIrky4
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 23, 2019

November 23, 2019
Cedar Cliff Advances To The District 3 5A Title Game

Last year Exeter made the trip to Camp Hill to face Cedar Cliff In the District Three playoffs. The 2018 first round affair turned out to be a lopsided win by the Colts. The 2019 version would mean a District Title trip for the winner. Cedar Cliff jumped out early and never looked back. The Colts advanced to the District 3 5A title game with a resounding 24-0 win over Exeter Twp. Friday Night.

Cedar Cliff Head Coach Colin Gilles spoke highly of his team following the win. “Offensively we are Really starting to gain some traction in the passing game, which is critical. Very very pleased with how we performed on both sides of the ball tonight.”

Cedar Cliff took to opening kick and moved right down the field. Pedro Cintron scored the first TD

@CedarCliff_AD takes the opening kick right down the field Pedro Cintron with the short TD grab and the Colts lead 7-0 over @ExeterTwpFB 8:30 quarter one @69SportsBT @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @turbittabc27 @bctv_org pic.twitter.com/jurctTO9x6
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 16, 2019

The Cedar Cliff Defense kept Exeter in check. As we started quarter two the Colts moved out to a 14-0 lead.

On the first play of the 2nd quarter @CedarCliff_AD QB Gannon McMeans hits Elijah Ikeda for the score! Colts over @ExeterTwpFB 14-0 @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal @ExeterAthletics @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @turbittabc27 @allieberube pic.twitter.com/RDgeUVbrgZ
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 16, 2019

Two first half Cedar Cliff touchdowns were negated by penalties. A third scoring drive was snuffed out by a late INT. We went to halftime Cedar Cliff 14 Exeter Twp 0

@ExeterTwpFB Johnny Day a BIG end zone INT to end the first half @CedarCliff_AD who had two TDs nullified by penalty in the first half leads 14-0 @piaadistrict3 5A semifinal @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @END2008 @CaryMoyer @ExeterAthletics @69SportsBT pic.twitter.com/rAakwEjh4j
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 16, 2019

An Exeter turnover was converted into points by Cedar Cliff. 17-0 Colts In the third quarter

This INT by @CedarCliff_AD Mason Heiple sets up a short Field Goal Colts now up 17-0 over @ExeterTwpFB 5:28 quarter three @ExeterAthletics @69SportsBT @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @allieberube pic.twitter.com/42uGbYyb0a
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 16, 2019

Morris scored to make it 24-0 Cedar Cliff in the third quarter

Look out! I got up close and personal with @CedarCliff_AD Jaheim Morris on this play. Later he jets 26 yards and the Colts are pulling away from @ExeterTwpFB 24-0 4:07 quarter three @allieberube @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @69SportsBT @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/S0GXrFgwmA
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 16, 2019

The fourth quarter turned into a defensive standoff. Cedar Cliff moves on to the District 3 5A title game with the 24-0 win over Exeter Twp.

Thats all from @CedarCliff_AD as the Colts celebrate and move on in the @piaadistrict3 5A playoffs 24-0 over @ExeterTwpFB @69SportsBT @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @SpotlightBerks pic.twitter.com/tE7FJEYUji
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 16, 2019

November 16, 2019
Video Highlights: Wyomissing 62 Annville-Cleona 28

He goes all the way ! @RossTuckerNFL @JonnieBunker @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @Wyospartans @WFASpartans https://t.co/4Gi2C7JlAX pic.twitter.com/O50c4MIkwe
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

@AndyBrackets @Wyospartans 14 @AnnvilleCleona 7 end of one! @piaadistrict3 3A @AndyBrackets @EPAFootball @RossTuckerNFL @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/LMTiFH1hvj
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Evan Niedrowski makes it 21-7 @Wyospartans over @AnnvilleCleona in the 2nd quarter @AndyBrackets @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/s8m6Fb0a5E
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

This pass from @WyoFootball Jordan Auman to Jevin Tranquillo sets up a an Evan Niedrowski end zone dive. @Wyospartans all over @AnnvilleCleona 35-7 as we head to halftime @RossTuckerNFL @JonnieBunker @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @AndyBrackets @CaryMoyer @ddstokes124 @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/6iw7Nmrt8z
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Here is the TD @EPAFootball @RossTuckerNFL @AndyBrackets @CaryMoyer https://t.co/Ibc6asHLk0 pic.twitter.com/U2eyWueqoz
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Evan Niedrowski showing some SPEED! @Wyospartans literally running away with this one 41-7 over @AnnvilleCleona 9:50 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @SportsByBLinder @turbittabc27 @CaryMoyer @AndyBrackets @WFASpartans @RossTuckerNFL @SamuelMarcinek @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/E6PrPirLCr
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Jordan Auman hits Darren Brunner for the @Wyospartans TD @WyoFootball up 48 -14 over @AnnvilleCleona with 5:54 in quarter three. Oh my! @EPAFootball @AndyBrackets @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @RossTuckerNFL @SpotlightBerks pic.twitter.com/z5acJKUNHJ
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

@AnnvilleCleona running the “dutchman special” for a first down. But @Wyospartans in front 48-14 @piaadistrict3 @ddstokes124 @AndyBrackets @EPAFootball @END2008 @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/sqbmCGtJoe
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Amory Thompson 32 yards for @Wyospartans now up 55-21 over @AnnvilleCleona @piaadistrict3 3A Semi final @WFASpartans @WyoFootball @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @AndyBrackets @RossTuckerNFL @JonnieBunker pic.twitter.com/xB1bYY5IDe
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Jackson Miller joins the @Wyospartans TD party for @WyoFootball 61-28 over @AnnvilleCleona 2:56 left @piaadistrict3 3A Semi final @EPAFootball @RossTuckerNFL @AndyBrackets @CaryMoyer @SportsByBLinder pic.twitter.com/CklloqntN9
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

All she wrote from the “A” field at @WyoFootball 62-28 over @AnnvilleCleona @piaadistrict3 3A final @EPAFootball @SportsByBLinder @END2008 @RossTuckerNFL @CaryMoyer https://t.co/BAb8eYS57O pic.twitter.com/qqM6ZLfKXU
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

November 9, 2019
Cocalico Dominates Governor Mifflin 42-14

DENVER – The week three matchup between Cocalico and Governor Mifflin was a very tightly fought contest. Cocalico came out on top due in large part to winning the turnover battle. Cocalico won the turnover battle again in the rematch Friday night. The Eagles converted the Mifflin miscues into points and came away with a 42-14 win Friday Night.

Eagles Quarterback Noah Palm had four touchdowns to lead the way. The Cocalico Defense played extremely well and held the Mifflin running game in check all night long.

“Our offensive and defensive lines played great” said Palm “ we all played well as a team.” Cocalico Head Coach Dave Gingrich was proud of his team’s effort. “When you want to win games in November you better be physical up front and take care of the ball. We did both tonight.” Coach Gingrich felt having the bye week played a big part in the win. “We had fresh legs out there tonight, we were ready to go.”

The Cocalico offense got things going on their opening possession of the game

Steve Flinton gets @CocalicoSports on the board first to make it 6-0 over @GMSDAthletics as the XP was no good. pic.twitter.com/ghlgFBgFdp
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

The defenses ruled quarter one and we went to quarter two 6-0. Everything changed when the Cocalico D put points on the board

That’s Marshall Patterson for @CocalicoSports with the scoop and score! Eagles up 13-0 over @GMSDAthletics 6:39 until halftime @piaadistrict3 5A @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @AndyBrackets @69SportsBT @turbittabc27 @SportsByBLinder @SpotlightBerks pic.twitter.com/oHJSCgBchF
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Mifflin fumbled away the ball again and Cocalico took advantage

@CocalicoSports QB Noah Palm in from 10 yards and the Eagles jump out to a 20-0 lead over @GMSDAthletics with 3:01 left in the first half @69SportsBT @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @piaadistrict3 @AndyBrackets @turbittabc27 @SportsByBLinder @SpotlightBerks pic.twitter.com/jvCX4fodtg
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

It was Noah Palm again to stretch the lead as we went to halftime

Oh my Noah Palm in again for @CocalicoSports just before halftime A two pointer is good! We go to the break with the Eagles in control 28-0 over @GMSDAthletics @piaadistrict3 5A @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @69SportsBT @CaryMoyer @AndyBrackets @SportsByBLinder @turbittabc27 pic.twitter.com/nRNdMB7F6V
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

The Cocalico line took charge again. . Noah Palm again finished the drive with a TD.

Noah Palm being Noah Palm tonight This nice run sets up … a Noah Palm TD @CocalicoSports 35 @GMSDAthletics 0 8:20 quarter three @piaadistrict3 5A @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @AndyBrackets @69SportsBT @SportsByBLinder @turbittabc27 pic.twitter.com/Wflk2I7p3i
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Nick Singleton got Mifflin on the board in quarter three.

Nick Singleton in for @GMSDAthletics but @CocalicoSports still in control 35-7 with 4:14 left in quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @69SportsBT @SpotlightBerks @SportsByBLinder @turbittabc27 pic.twitter.com/okMHESE7v1
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Noah Palm answered to make the score 42-7 The final was 42-14. The Eagles host Warwick next week. Mifflin season ends at (8-4)

And what else…another Noah Palm TD! @CocalicoSports running away from @GMSDAthletics 42-7 as the third quarter ends. @EPAFootball @END2008 @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @AndyBrackets pic.twitter.com/0QLvkR9Af5
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

SWEET INT by @CocalicoSports Ronald Zahm to stop a @GMSDAthletics Turnovers have hurt the Mustangs all night 42-7 Eagles with 8:49 remaining @EPAFootball @AndyBrackets @HSFBamerica @69SportsBT @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/Nc4GQ4VkKd
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

Brandon Strausser for @GMSDAthletics @CocalicoSports still up 42-14 with 3:02 remaining. @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica @69SportsBT @piaadistrict3 5A pic.twitter.com/r5NY7fAxdz
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 9, 2019

November 9, 2019
Harrisburg vs. Central York Video Highlights

Harrisburg started out fast and coasted to a 47-14 win Saturday afternoon over Central York in the District Three 6A playoffs.

Here are my highlights from the contest.

Trevian Cary snares the TD for @HBGCougar_FBall XP NG. 6-0 over @CYHSfootball with 5:51 left in quarter one @piaadistrict3 6A @EPAFootball @turbittabc27 @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @END2008 @bad2theallibone pic.twitter.com/lqGx4BqLfZ
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Word! John McNeil 57 yards to Donte Kent ! @HBGCougar_FBall up quickly 13-0 over @CYHSfootball with 3:45 left in quarter one. @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @END2008 @CoachJoeMays pic.twitter.com/XNngNxZMTP
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

@HBGCougar_FBall controlling this one early as Nateur Dennis the INT for the Cougars. It’s 13-0 over @CYHSfootball as the first quarter end. @HSFBamerica @END2008 @EPAFootball @CoachJoeMays @turbittabc27 @piaadistrict3 6A pic.twitter.com/fKREWwxyJ9
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Oh boy! John McNeil burrows in for @HBGCougar_FBall to give the Cougars a 20-0 lead over @CYHSfootball with 8:23 until halftime @EPAFootball @CoachJoeMays @HSFBamerica @END2008 @bad2theallibone @turbittabc27 pic.twitter.com/bDlZKOl64t
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

WHAT Jahmir Plant 42 yards and @HBGCougar_FBall up 26-0 over @CYHSfootball with 3:35 left in the half. Ouch! @CoachJoeMays @END2008 @EPAFootball @turbittabc27 @bad2theallibone @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/cQeULh5pV2
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

John McNeil dives in for @HBGCougar_FBall Cougars running away from @CYHSfootball 33-0 as we go to halftime @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @turbittabc27 @bctv_org @small_play @EPAFootball @END2008 @piaadistrict3 6A @hbgcougarcoach @CoachJoeMays pic.twitter.com/Y3PBx9xzQd
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

John McNeil dives in for @HBGCougar_FBall Cougars running away from @CYHSfootball 33-0 as we go to halftime @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @turbittabc27 @bctv_org @small_play @EPAFootball @END2008 @piaadistrict3 6A @hbgcougarcoach @CoachJoeMays pic.twitter.com/Y3PBx9xzQd
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Cole Luckenbaugh a nice INT to get this started in the 2nd half for @CYHSfootball but @HBGCougar_FBall in command 33-0 @piaadistrict3 6A @turbittabc27 @SportsByBLinder @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/aySTbOICIp
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

93 yards from Beau Pribula to Judah Tomb gets @CYHSfootball on the board as we head to quarter 4 @piaadistrict3 6A @HBGCougar_FBall up 33-7 @EPAFootball @4thDownMag @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @END2008 @CoachJoeMays pic.twitter.com/yVUqZrCr5e
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Jahmir Plants 52 yard TD gets the 4th quarter started right for @HBGCougar_FBall now up 40-7 over @CYHSfootball 11:30 left. @EPAFootball @4thDownMag @bctv_org @END2008 @HSFBamerica @small_play @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/If17jvrfDO
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

60 plus this time for Jaylon Johnston according to the public address announcer. I had it different on my roster. but the scoreboard says 47-7 @HBGCougar_FBall over @CYHSfootball 7:03 left. OK @HSFBamerica @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @CoachJoeMays @END2008 pic.twitter.com/gmnQwDm816
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

That is all she wrote from Severance Field @HBGCougar_FBall moves on the face @WilsonBulldogs next Friday in @piaadistrict3 tourney by beating @CYHSfootball 47-14 @HSFBamerica @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @CoachJoeMays pic.twitter.com/QUm9qSWLaz
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

November 3, 2019
Governor Mifflin Races Past Northern York 54-14

(Shillington, PA) The Northern York Polar Bears and Governor Mifflin Mustangs came into Fridays PIAA District Three 5A first round matchup with identical (7-3) regular season records. It is always intriguing in the District Three post season when any Mid Penn Conference team and a Berks League Team face off. Governor Mifflin took command early in this game and pulled away in the second half to post a convincing 54-14 win against Northern York.

The Mustangs offensive outburst was paced by Quarterback Kolby Reeser and Running Back Nick Singleton. Reeser ran for four scores and passed for another. Singleton’s 202 rushing yards included TD runs of 59 and 51 yards. Nick also set the single season TD record for Governor Mifflin in the game.

“We just gave it to them tonight, we had a really good night” said Reeser after the win. Kolby could not help but look forward to Mifflin’s next opponent Cocalico. “I think a lot of people are going to go with Cocalico in the game, quite honestly I like being the underdog, and we are going to come ready Friday night.” Mifflin Head Coach Jeff Lang said “we were licking our chops at the 4-4 defense, to stop our option game it is pretty darn tough.” Commenting on the energy generated by Sophomore Nick Singletons TD runs, “he wants the ball, he wants to run hard, he wants to play hard, thank God he is on our team and not on another team.”

Governor Mifflin took the opening kick and methodically moved down the field. Quarterback Kolbie Reeser gave Mifflin a 7-0 lead.

@GMSDAthletics QB Kolbie Reeser 32 yards to pay dirt on @GovMifflinSD opening drive. Mustangs 7-0 over @NorthernFootbll 4:05 quarter one @EPAFootball @SpotlightBerks @small_play @CaryMoyer @END2008 pic.twitter.com/HSmsgvcTfa
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 1, 2019

Mifflin had the 7-0 after quarter one. Nick Singleton’s first of his two TDs extended the Mustang lead in quarter two to 14-0 over Northern.

Nick Singleton 59 yards for @GMSDAthletics ! 14-0 @GovMifflinSD over @NorthernFootbll 8:05 until halftime Oh my! @SpotlightBerks @EPAFootball @turbittabc27 @SportsByBLinder @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/wJhewuKOEX
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 1, 2019

Just watch the effort by Northern’s Kyle Swartz to get the Polar Bears on the board in the 2nd quarter

Wow! Kyle Swartz breaking tackles and in from 36 yards for @NorthernFootbll ! @GMSDAthletics still leads 14-7 4:13 until halftime @turbittabc27 @SpotlightBerks @small_play @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer pic.twitter.com/5ovm0MXF54
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 1, 2019

It did not take Reeser and Governor Mifflin long to answer and head into halftime leading 21-7

Then…@GMSDAthletics answers quickly as Reeser dives across for his 2nd TD and @GovMifflinSD now up 21-7 over @NorthernFootbll with 2:30 until halftime @EPAFootball @SpotlightBerks @CaryMoyer @piaadistrict3 pic.twitter.com/mQYTBxPAZM
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 1, 2019

Nick Singleton began the Mifflin 2nd half domination

Here he goes again! @GMSDAthletics Nick Singleton 51 yards to the house! 28-7 over @NorthernFootbll @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer @SpotlightBerks @bctv_org @small_play @piaadistrict3 @HSFBamerica pic.twitter.com/bKfQ9JPWVz
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Some on side kick trickeration put Mifflin back and business and Reeser cashed it in quickly.

After recovering an on side @GMSDAthletics QB Kolbie Reeser scores his third TD of the night to make it @GovMifflinSD 35 @NorthernFootbll 7 5:28 quarter three. @CaryMoyer @turbittabc27 @SportsByBLinder @EPAFootball @END2008 @SpotlightBerks pic.twitter.com/PQOzjappMy
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Quarterback Reeser’s awesome night continued on the next Mifflin possession.

What a game @GMSDAthletics Kolbie Reeser is having. His 4th TD of the game is a 60 yard scamper @GovMifflinSD all over @NorthernFootbll 42-7 2:33 quarter three @EPAFootball @HSFBamerica @END2008 @CaryMoyer @SpotlightBerks @small_play @piaadistrict3 5A #pahsfb pic.twitter.com/yXSPbBhEoX
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Lets not forget the Air for Mifflin. Kolbie’s toss to CamRon Stewart was the icing on the cake for the Mustangs

Reeser through the air this time to CamRon Stewart. @GMSDAthletics rolling 48-7 over @NorthernFootbll 6:07 left @piaadistrict3 5A @CaryMoyer @turbittabc27 @SpotlightBerks @HSFBamerica @small_play @EPAFootball @END2008 pic.twitter.com/ftof2HQh6h
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) November 2, 2019

Late TD’s by Northern’s Kyle Swartz and Mifflins Jaden Quiles made the final Governor Mifflin 54 Northern York 14.

Mifflin moves on next week to face District Three 5A #1 seed Cocalico Cocalico beat Mifflin in week three 26-14. The Polar Bears fine season ends with a record of (7-4)

November 2, 2019
Governor Mifflin Hangs On To Beat Exeter Twp 33-27

(Shillington) The Berks Section One title always seems to come down to Exeter Twp and Gov. Mifflin This year proved no different. Each squad had a rough go in the non-league schedule, but both teams bounced back to post win streaks in conference play. In a tale of two halves Governor Mifflin had just enough to turn back Exeter Twp. 33-27.

Nick Singleton led the way for Governor Mifflin on both sides of the ball. Offensively he had 16 carries for 189 yards and three TD’s Defensively he was pressed into service at Cornerback and locked down one side of the field for the Mustangs defense. QB Gavin McCusker and Kicker Sean Henry who had two 30 plus yard Field Goals paced Exeter Twp.

“This victory means a lot” an emotional and out of breath Nick Singleton said after the game. Nick said “it was something I had to do” when asked why he was pressed into to playing cornerback in the 2nd half “Exeter is a good team” said Singleton “There whole goal the second half was to stop me.” Mifflin Head Coach Jeff Lang said ” I am proud of how resilient our kids were tonight. They went at it for four quarters. Hats off to Exeter. There are some tough, tough kids over there. Its a shame that somebody has to lose this kind of game.”

It only took 50 seconds for Governor Mifflin to score Nick Singleton scored on a 57 yard run to get Mifflin out in front 7-0 On the next Mustangs possession Singleton scored his 2nd TD of the night to get Mifflin out to a 14-0 lead.

Singleton 13 yards this time! @GMSDAthletics 14 @ExeterTwpFB 0 1:05 quarter one Nick with 89 yards on 5 carries so far @69SportsBT @SpotlightBerks @CaryMoyer @ExeterAthletics @GovMifflinSD @ddstokes124 https://t.co/iUcviy40VU pic.twitter.com/JtxrTxVYoW
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 18, 2019

The first quarter ended with Mifflin up 14-0.

Early in quarter two Exeter marched down and McCusker hit Alex Javier for the Eagles first score

@ExeterTwpFB Gavin McCusker hits Alex Javier for a 32 yard score! @GMSDAthletics still up 14-7 9:04 until halftime @CaryMoyer @69SportsBT @SpotlightBerks @EPAFootball @ExeterAthletics https://t.co/unlLRmyrrZ pic.twitter.com/mFoj8gb4My
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 18, 2019

Right back came Mifflin Two plays and Nick Singleton had a 53 yard run for Mifflin to take a 21-7 lead with 8:07 until half.
No quit in Exeter There next drive was punctuated with an Alex Javier TD, 21-14 Mifflin

An Alex Javier TD run for @ExeterTwpFB makes it @GMSDAthletics 21 @ExeterAthletics 14 5:10 until halftime @69SportsBT @CaryMoyer @SpotlightBerks https://t.co/QST79NhzRA pic.twitter.com/plPV7QmK8S
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 18, 2019

Quickly Mifflin answers again QB Kolbie Reeser hit CamRon Stewart to move Mifflin out to a 27-14 advantage.

Exeter’s next drive stalled in the Mifflin end. No trouble foe Sean Henry to close it to 27-17 Mifflin

Sean Henry boots @ExeterTwpFB to within 27-17 of @GMSDAthletics with 1:01 left in the first half. @69SportsBT @CaryMoyer @SpotlightBerks https://t.co/FlsTqJvTio pic.twitter.com/mpOsX1sBDk
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 19, 2019

Mifflin moved the ball at will in the first half. A nice TD toss from QB Reeser to Brandon Strausser as the first half ended. Mifflin up 33-17

@GMSDAthletics QB Kolbie Reeser hits Brandon Strausser on a 20 yard TD. @GovMifflinSD now up 33-17 over @ExeterTwpFB as the first half ends. @69SportsBT @SpotlightBerks @EPAFootball @END2008 https://t.co/vBI2DTAPaT pic.twitter.com/ZDmpwMXKTr
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 19, 2019

The only scoring of quarter three was a nice TD run by Exeter’s QB Gavin McCusker. Mifflin still held a 33-24 heading into the fourth quarter.

@ExeterTwpFB QB Gavin McCusker with the TD run! @GMSDAthletics still holds a 33-24 lead with 1:23 left in the third quarter @CaryMoyer @69SportsBT @SpotlightBerks @EPAFootball @ExeterAthletics https://t.co/esoMnmDCm6 pic.twitter.com/kpQ9Ae1lal
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 19, 2019

Sean Henry for Exeter hit another field goal to really tighten things up down the stretch at 33-27 with 7;53 left. A huge fourth quarter stop by the Mifflin D with 1:44 left sealed the Mustangs win

1:44 left @GMSDAthletics stops @ExeterTwpFB on 4th down at there own 12. @GovMifflinSD hangs on to beat @ExeterAthletics 33-27. Wow what a nail biter! @69SportsBT @EPAFootball @SpotlightBerks @CaryMoyer https://t.co/Fo4yiPBDvL pic.twitter.com/BI0EvHnECs
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) October 19, 2019

The victory by the Mustangs means a Berks One title and a possible fist round home playoff game. Exeter has a showdown with Daniel Boone. A win by the Eagles means a District Payoff berth.

October 19, 2019
Governor Mifflin No Trouble With Reading High 49-6

(Shillington, PA) Reading High was flying high after four games. The Red Knights came into Saturdays matchup with Governor Mifflin (4-0). The big question was whether these were quality opponents. Reading had beaten teams that had a combined one win. Governor Mifflin came into its Saturday Homecoming game (1-3). Mifflin though had played a significantly tougher schedule. Governor Mifflin started fast and on the legs of Sophomore Nick Singleton blew past Reading High 49-6.

Singleton was the star of the show for Governor Mifflin. Nick had all of his TD’s in the first half on only seven carries that totaled 236 first half yards. CamRon Stewart and Brandon Strausser each had a pick six to pace the Mustang defensive effort.

Are you kidding me. Nick Singleton 75 yards! @GMSDAthletics 42 @GriddersRed 0 2:15 till halftime @EPAFootball https://t.co/q5KcYgMGz2 pic.twitter.com/ziTRat1WWU
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 21, 2019

Nick Singleton praised his teammates and coaches following the game. Nick also said “the team looks up to me, so if I am scoring they all get hyped. I always want to be a leader.”
CamRon Stewart credited his coaching staff for the game plan against Reading. “our coaches spend three to four days a week on the film, and our game plan todays shows the work.”

Mifflin received the kick, and the scoring avalanche started on the second play. Nick Singletons 66 yard score made it 7-0 at the 11:07 mark. Reading High got the ball back and immediately CamRon Stewart takes it 27 yards for a TD Less than one minute in it was 14-0 Governor Mifflin over Reading High.

Mifflin is off and running…Cam Stewart with the defensive touchdown…Mifflin 14-0 over Reading high! @CamStewartt11 pic.twitter.com/VMOg2vifUV
— Darryl Daniel (@ddstokes124) September 21, 2019

Mifflin next score was a Nick SIngleton 15 yard sweep that made it 21-0 with 4:07 left in the opening quarter. SIngleton from 17 on the next Mustang possession made it 28-0.

Singleton ‘s third first quarter TD is from 19 @GMSDAthletics 28 @GriddersRed 0 as we end quarter one @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball @RDGschools @GovMifflinSD @GMHSPrincipal https://t.co/nnVRrqr5Rk pic.twitter.com/GrTuznXDH4
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 21, 2019

In the second quarter it was all Mifflin and all Nick Singleton again. A 49 yard bust by Nick made it 35-0 Mifflin over Reading High with 7:55 until halftime.

Oh my! The Nick Singleton show continues 49 yards this time 35-0 @GMSDAthletics over @GriddersRed @GovMifflinSD @EPAFootball @CaryMoyer https://t.co/iHu52LYLXw pic.twitter.com/Ji2rehPPU8
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 21, 2019

Reading High was still playing hard. A nice interception by Trace Brown gave Reading High good field position but the Mifflin D allowed no points.

Nice pick by @GriddersRed Trace Brown @GMSDAthletics still up 35-0 3:30 until halftime @EPAFootball @RDGschools @CaryMoyer https://t.co/1xIkVYMzgc pic.twitter.com/QdQ7GfKXvF
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 21, 2019

Mifflin get the ball back and two plays later, you know who, Mr. Singleton with a 75 yard gem 42-0 as we went to halftime Singleton had 7 carries, 236 yards and FIVE TD’s in the first half.

Brandon Strausser ha a pick six for Mifflin. Elijah Williams had nice 86 yard TD run for Reading High.

Elijah Williams 86 yards for @GriddersRed @GMSDAthletics still up 49-6 8:07 left @CaryMoyer @EPAFootball https://t.co/3iZuF3ZE9I pic.twitter.com/oZ0n2jZPup
— Bruce Badgley (@BadgleyBruce) September 21, 2019

FINAL was Governor Mifflin 49 Reading High 6 Mifflin is off to face Twin Valley next week. Reading High tries to bounce back by hosting Daniel Boone

September 21, 2019

Final	1st	2nd	3rd	4th	T
Harrisburg	0	0	20	7	27
State College	0	7	0	0	7