8 WPIAL Players with Something to Prove This Postseason

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647587"],"_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-690169796ff11"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ethan Hellman is an outstanding quarterback for Upper St. Clair. He has had a strong senior season for Upper St. Clair, as he is a good thrower of the football. He has thrown for 30 touchdowns vs. 3 interceptions, which is an insane rate. He is also a good athlete who can run at a high level. Hellman will need a big performance this weekend when his team faces Plum in the WPIAL 5A matchup. If he plays like he is capable of and gets the supporting cast around him, they should have a good chance at getting the victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Week 0-3 highlights:<br>46/57<br>862 passing yards<br>12 passing touchdowns<a href="https://t.co/ru0uI8ONSC">https://t.co/ru0uI8ONSC</a> <a href="https://t.co/rzCkwnkQQb">pic.twitter.com/rzCkwnkQQb</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='647587' first='Ethan' last='Hellmann'] (@EthanHellmann) <a href="https://twitter.com/EthanHellmann/status/1965404396243878074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1156035"],"_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-690169796ff77"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1156035' first='David' last='Dennison'] is one of the best running backs in the WPIAL, and he has had a strong season to back it up. Dennison has rushed for 1,426 yards and 19 touchdowns on the season. He is a one-man wrecking crew as a running back. His ability to use his quickness and burst to make defenders miss is special. Bethel Park will have a battle against North Hills in the 7 vs. 10 match-up in the WPIAL 5A Playoffs. Dennison will need a big game to help them get the win. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Would love for you to take a peek at my weeks 7-9 highlights. Big shoutout to the guys blocking up front‼️‼️<br><br>Rushing:<br>207 carries 1368 yards<br>19 touch downs<br><br>Receiving :<br>23 receptions 337 yards <br>3 touchdowns <a href="https://twitter.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/_JustWynn?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_JustWynn</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/sr40_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sr40_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a>… <a href="https://t.co/um9pf7TIZw">pic.twitter.com/um9pf7TIZw</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1156035' first='David' last='Dennison'] lll (@d_dennison22) <a href="https://twitter.com/d_dennison22/status/1980052815679517150?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["602062"],"_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-690169796ffc6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='602062' first='Braden' last='Anderson'] is a talented linebacker in the 2026 class. He has had a strong senior season for Kiski Area. His ability to fly around and make tackles all over the field is impressive as a player. In an 8 vs. 9 game in the WPIAL 5A playoffs, Anderson will need to play at a high level to help slow down the Shaler offense. I expect Anderson to play at a high level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Senior year regular season linebacker film. 90+ tackles, 18 tfls, 2 forced fumbles, 3 sacks, and an interception. 4.5 GPA 6ft 210lbs. <a href="https://twitter.com/kiskifootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kiskifootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachHaugh_OL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachHaugh_OL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Roc3?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Roc3</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BillDAnderson1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BillDAnderson1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Thimons_7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Thimons_7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ECG_FB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ECG_FB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <br><br>film-<a href="https://t.co/bLlAxz45vq">https://t.co/bLlAxz45vq</a> <a href="https://t.co/alydgRwvsp">pic.twitter.com/alydgRwvsp</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='602062' first='Braden' last='Anderson'] (LB/ILB) (@banderson11_) <a href="https://twitter.com/banderson11_/status/1982851401505223052?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1091279"],"_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-6901697970012"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1091279' first='Jonah' last='Williamson'] is committed to playing football at Harvard, and he has a monster senior season for Trinity Area. He has thrown for 1384 yards and 19 touchdowns on the season. He now must face a talented Aliquippa team, which is the 7th seed, vs Trinity, which is the 2nd seed in the 4A Playoffs. Williamson is a skilled passer, and he should be able to play at a high level in the matchup. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="pt" dir="ltr">🎥: Berdar for 6️⃣ <a href="https://t.co/hZAEkadToo">pic.twitter.com/hZAEkadToo</a></p>&mdash; Trinity Athletics (@Trinity_Hillers) <a href="https://twitter.com/Trinity_Hillers/status/1979333990717747710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647248"],"_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-690169797005b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='647248' first='Justus' last='Starks'] is a talented two-way lineman for Aliquippa. They will need him to play well this week against Trinity Area. Starks ability to be a disruptive defensive lineman is impressive as he is hard to move off his spot. On the offensive line, he does a good job of firing off the ball and blocking at a high level. Playing against a good Trinity Area team, Starks will need a big game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/ReCYSQYWaG">https://t.co/ReCYSQYWaG</a> big splash plays ‼️dominate run and pass rush game ‼️ on to playoffs <a href="https://twitter.com/7Twice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@7Twice</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AJWPIAL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AJWPIAL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PAPrepVarsity?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PAPrepVarsity</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EdOBrienCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EdOBrienCFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Rivals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Rivals</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DArealCoachBill?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DArealCoachBill</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coach_zoo_1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coach_zoo_1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DAWGHZERECRUITS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DAWGHZERECRUITS</a> <a href="https://t.co/oJXNKz2TdI">pic.twitter.com/oJXNKz2TdI</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='647248' first='Justus' last='Starks'] (@justusstarks3) <a href="https://twitter.com/justusstarks3/status/1982597184102240668?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1555556"],"_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-69016979700a6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1555556' first='Tyler' last='Eber'] had a monster season this year for Thomas Jefferson as he rushed for 1,644 yards and 28 touchdowns. Those are video game level numbers from Eber. Thomas Jefferson is the number 4th seed in the WPIAL 4A Playoffs, and they will need Eber to continue his excellence if they are going to make a playoff run. Eber has the skills and ability to make it happen. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had an awesome time yesterday at <a href="https://twitter.com/BigRed_Football?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BigRed_Football</a> ! Thanks to <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Hatcher20?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Hatcher20</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/TerryUrsin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TerryUrsin</a> for the invite. Can't wait to be back on campus!!! 🔴🐻<a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Blitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Blitz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AJWPIAL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AJWPIAL</a> <a href="https://t.co/utF6yrq3g8">pic.twitter.com/utF6yrq3g8</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1555556' first='Tyler' last='Eber'] (@Tyler_Eber30) <a href="https://twitter.com/Tyler_Eber30/status/1982481256857419920?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["810380"],"_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-69016979700ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='810380' first='Joe' last='Felitsky'] has had a special season for North Catholic this season. He has thrown for 2,425 yards and 31 touchdowns on the season, as he has helped lead North Catholic to the number 5 seed in the WPIAL 3A Playoffs. Felitsky's ability to sit in the pocket and throw the ball at a high level is impressive, as he has the skills to make throws all over the field. They open with Burrell this weekend, and Felitsky will need a big game to win the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">REGULAR SEASON FILM<br>2,436 Passing Yards<br>33 Passing TD&#039;s<br>139/194 (72% Completion Percentage)<br>3 Rushing TD&#039;s<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachRiz_NCHS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachRiz_NCHS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NCtrojansFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NCtrojansFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelemcmahon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@michaelemcmahon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/mwhiteburgh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mwhiteburgh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcusAdemilola?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarcusAdemilola</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Cover3_ATH?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Cover3_ATH</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Tipton_05?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Tipton_05</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/sixstarfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sixstarfootball</a>… <a href="https://t.co/xHSx7bhv1g">pic.twitter.com/xHSx7bhv1g</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='810380' first='Joe' last='Felitsky'] C/O 2026 Quarterback (@JoeFelitsky) <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeFelitsky/status/1982575856225563116?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1894137"],"_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-6901697970138"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1894137' first='Alijah' last='Cook'] has had a strong sophomore season for South Allegheny this season. He has thrown for 1,320 yards and 23 touchdowns vs. 6 interceptions. Cook is an efficient and accurate thrower of the football. His ability to throw the ball into tight windows is impressive. He can also move well inside and outside the pocket. South Allegheny is the 4th seed in the 2A WPIAL Playoffs, and Cook will need a big game to help them win week one against Waynesburg Central. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Statement win vs reigning champs South Park 56-7‼️ 6/9 95yds 1Td <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach55Hanson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach55Hanson</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DrewCook357?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DrewCook357</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Tipton_05?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Tipton_05</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AveryHawkins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AveryHawkins</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BREAL412?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BREAL412</a> <a href="https://t.co/nUoYjOOW15">https://t.co/nUoYjOOW15</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1894137' first='Alijah' last='Cook'] (@AlijahCook24) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlijahCook24/status/1969426186271916383?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->