Berks Sports Report Paul Roberts
Wilson lost at top-seeded Central York 42-7 in the District 3-6A semifinals. The Panthers had been (0-5) against the Bulldogs in the District 3 playoffs. Central York improved to (11-1). Wilson ended its year at (9-3).
Exeter got thumped at third-seeded Bishop McDevitt 42-0 in the District 3-5A semifinals. The (10-2) Crusaders are the defending state champions in Class 5A. They have an overall record of (71-9) in the District 3 tournament. The Eagles wrapped up their campaign at (10-3).
Twin Valley got off to a slow start, but pulled away from second-seeded West York for a 45-14 victory. The (12-0) Raiders have advanced to the District 3-4A Final for the first time. Drew Engle ran for 250 yards and 4TD. He broke Dominic Caruso’s school record for career rushing yards.
Wyomissing lost a heartbreaker at #1 seed Susquehanna Township 37-35 in the District 3-4A semifinals. Justice Hardy gave the (10-2) Spartans a 35-31 lead on a 9-yard touchdown run with 59 seconds remaining. Marist commit Torin Evans answered with a 15-yard touchdown pass to Josh Nengite on the final play. The (12-0) Indians will square off with Twin Valley next Friday.
Berks Catholic fell to Trinity 17-0 in the District 3-3A Championship at ELCO. The Saints’ season comes to a close with a mark of (9-3). The (10-3) Shamrocks earned their fourth District 3 crown.