Football

Schuylkill Valley set a school record with nine wins in 2023, but the Panthers weren’t happy about sharing the Section 5 championship in the Lancaster-Lebanon League. They ended up in a three-way tie with Lancaster Catholic and Annville-Cleona. Schuylkill Valley is looking for an outright title this fall. “I think …

Wyomissing is starting the season with a bang. The Spartans host Southern Columbia on August 24th. “There’s been a lot of buzz about it. We know how good they are so we’re gonna come ready to play for them,” said Chase Eisenhower. The Tigers have won seven consecutive state championships …

The Conrad Weiser football team is hoping that a change in scenery will be good. The Scouts are moving up to Section 3 of the Lancaster-Lebanon League. “We were in a tough section to begin with. We’re gonna see some new faces now. We struggled the past few years,” said …

The 2024 football season could be a record-setting one for Hamburg’s Ty Werley. When it comes to playing wide receiver, Werley loves to go deep. “Trying to ‘Moss’ everyone that tries guarding me,” he replied when asked about his favorite part of the game. The 6’1, 190-pound rising senior has …

Evan Johnson doesn’t just perform under the bright lights on Friday night. He also performs on stage. The Twin Valley RB/FS enjoys participating in high school musicals. As a sophomore, Johnson had a lead role in “Grease.” He’ll be a key figure once again this fall on the gridiron. The …

Berks County has had more than its fair share of legendary high school football coaches. Al Silveri was part of that exclusive group. He spent more than fifty years coaching football at the high school level. Silveri died on Monday at the age of 76. A viewing will be held …

The Berks County Football Coaches Association inducted its 21st Hall of Fame class on Saturday at the Green Valley Chateau. The BCFCA Hall of Fame now includes 139 members. It consists of former players, coaches, officials, and special contributors. Players must be at least 35 years old and coaches are …

The PA Football Writers’ All-State teams were announced this week. Seven players from Berks County were selected including three on the Class 3A squad. Congratulations to all of these student-athletes! Class 6A: Tommy Hunsicker-Wilson (Athlete) Class 5A: Jayden Zandier-Exeter (RB) Class 4A: Ean Winchester-Twin Valley (TE) Paul McClune-Twin Valley (OL) …

Rob Flowers was once a star high school quarterback at Muhlenberg. The 41-year-old is returning to Laureldale, but this time as the Muhls’ new head football coach. He takes over for John Lorchak who was at the helm for four seasons. Muhlenberg finished (1-9) this year. Flowers was the wide …

The high school football season ends this weekend in Pennsylvania. That means the awards season is in full swing. The BCIAA announced its all-stars on Tuesday. You can find all of the first and second team selections on the BCIAA website. Here are the major award winners. Congratulations to all …