Section VI Quarterfinal Playoff Review; Class AA

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#5 Niagara Falls @ #4 Jamestown</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jamestown hosted the Niagara Falls Wolverines and controlled the game from the start on their way to a 41-14 victory. Jamestown will travel to Buffalo on Friday November 8th to take on three time reigning Section VI, champions, Bennett Tigers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Player of the Game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1241972"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c5025"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1241972' first='Chase' last='Bonta'] has been dominating all season long, putting up numbers that will bring him in the Connolly Cup conversation at season's end. He has been a force on both sides of the ball and doesn't seem to be slowing down. Bonta ran for 143 yards and 3 TDs against Niagara Falls while adding 9 tackles on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Standout Defensive Performance and Top Target in Passing Game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["505524"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c507b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='505524' first='Carson' last='Panebianco'] came into the 2024 season as a top WR prospect in WNY but the dominance of Jamestown's run game has put his production to a minimum this year. In the quarterfinals, Panebianco caught all 4 of Dominic Gonzalez's completions for 75 yards and a TD. He also added 11 tackles from his LB position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#7 Lockport @ #2 Lancaster</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lockport received a rude awakening in their first year playing AA football finishing their season 1-8, ending with a 40-8 loss to Lancaster. The Legends will host the Orchard Park Quakers Friday November 8th at 7pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Player of the Game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["528731"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1143520,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c50d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='528731' first='Alex' last='Krupa'] is a solid passer that is excellent at reading coverages and taking what the defense gives him. Krupa completed 10 passes to 5 different receivers for 210 yards and 2 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dual Threat Back</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1595095"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c5174"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Going into the season, Ahearn was the breakout candidate to look for and he has not disappointed. Ahearn is a strong runner and can be a threat in the passing game. Danny registered 109 yards from scrimmage and 2 rushing scores.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">#6 Hutch Tech @ #3 Orchard Park</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Orchard Park hosted the 1-7 Engineers this weekend and beat them handily 33-6. The Quakers will take to the road and play #2 ranked Lancaster on Friday night November 8th at 7pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Player of the Game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["814983"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c51bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Going into the playoffs, it was not known what the Quarterback situation was going to be as starting QB, Jack's brother, Brady suffered an injury in the season finale. Orchard Park went with a 2-QB system in this playoff game and [player_tooltip player_id='814983' first='Jack' last='Ciano'] was their #1 guy. Ciano caught 6 of their 8 completions for 112 yards and 2 TDs. He also recorded an INT from his Safety position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Players to Watch</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1513385"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c5200"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1513385' first='Max' last='Mancabelli'] spent his sophomore season playing WR for the Quakers so it was a surprise to see him at QB to replace the starter. Mancabelli started the game under center and while his stats were not off the charts (5/6 for 51 yards and 1 TD), his name is worth noting to see if he will be the team's QB against Lancaster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["939439"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6727b227c5240"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This quarterfinal matchup was the varsity debut of [player_tooltip player_id='939439' first='Jayden' last='Hassett']. Jayden has been OP's JV starter all year. Although he didn't start in the playoff game, Hassett showed he can play at the upper level throwing for 74 yards and 2 TDs in the second half. While the status of QB Ciano is still in the air, this will be a situation to monitor. Regardless of how that plays out, Jayden will be the Quaker's heir apparent in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->