8 Game Balls From PIAA State Semi-Finals

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1180702"],"_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-692cd812c94a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1180702' first='Lucas' last='Myers'] was all over the field for Twin Valley in their 28-24 win over Aliquippa. He had 3 rushing touchdowns, all in the 1st half, to help Twin Valley get the win. He was also his usual dominant self on defense at the linebacker position. He was able to make a key sack at the end of the game to close it out. Myers and Twin Valley are playing for a 4A State Championship. Nobody could have thought that before the season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">End of regular season highlights<br>2027 Lb 6'1 210<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBrettMyers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBrettMyers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Twinvalleyfball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Twinvalleyfball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NPCoachZim?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NPCoachZim</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/footballcoach79?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@footballcoach79</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EPAFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EPAFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/ElyR3qktlC">https://t.co/ElyR3qktlC</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1180702' first='Lucas' last='Myers'] (@lucasmyers02) <a href="https://twitter.com/lucasmyers02/status/1982858259871740210?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":["419266"],"_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-692cd812c9509"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='419266' first='Sebastian' last='Williams'] played great on Saturday to help defeat Peters Township. He threw for 260 yards and 2 touchdowns to help secure the victory for McDevitt. Williams ability to calmly sit in the pocket and throw the ball to his receivers is impressive. He has good pocket presence and has good mechanics and footwork in the pocket. Williams and McDevitt will go for back-to-back titles next week when they face Roman Catholic again in the PIAA 5A Championship game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Week 1-4 🎥 🍿 🍿 🎥 🧵 <a href="https://t.co/TFl3inK4lY">https://t.co/TFl3inK4lY</a><a href="https://t.co/t4XfBZx69s">https://t.co/t4XfBZx69s</a><br><br>🎯 ————————————— 🏈 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BIGmcdevitt?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BIGmcdevitt</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/McD_Football_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@McD_Football_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachWeachter?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachWeachter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RMackes?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RMackes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/alex_marsico10?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@alex_marsico10</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EdOBrienCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EdOBrienCFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Pa_Preps?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Pa_Preps</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/dan_sostek?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dan_sostek</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/pennhsfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@pennhsfootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheUCReport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheUCReport</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/footballcoach79?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@footballcoach79</a> <a href="https://t.co/r5ausjYy6V">pic.twitter.com/r5ausjYy6V</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='419266' first='Sebastian' last='Williams'] (@SEBASTIAN_9_w) <a href="https://twitter.com/SEBASTIAN_9_w/status/1968114108089426097?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2000302"],"_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-692cd812c9559"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2000302' first='Jaden' last='Jones'] is a tall (6'3") and athletic playmaker for Avonworth on both sides of the ball. As a wide receiver, he is a big-play machine who can score anytime he touches the ball. His ability to outrun defenders on deep balls is impressive. Jones missed most of the season with an injury, but came back last week. In a 31-15 win over Penn Cambria, Jones was a difference maker. He caught a touchdown pass and had an interception he returned for a touchdown. Jones had a huge game for Avonworth in the big win. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After a great conversation with <a href="https://twitter.com/jokerphillips?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jokerphillips</a>, I am blessed to receive an offer from <a href="https://twitter.com/PackFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PackFootball</a>. Huge thanks to <a href="https://twitter.com/jokerphillips?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jokerphillips</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachKurtRoper?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachKurtRoper</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/PackFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PackFootball</a> for the offer! ⚪️🔴<a href="https://twitter.com/wpial_7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpial_7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Blitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Blitz</a>… <a href="https://t.co/rXV9ucDJ1o">pic.twitter.com/rXV9ucDJ1o</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2000302' first='Jaden' last='Jones'] (@JonesJaden6) <a href="https://twitter.com/JonesJaden6/status/1995144285851619530?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["386284"],"_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-692cd812c95a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='386284' first='Semaj' last='Beals'] and Roman Catholic are going back to the State Title game to face Bishop McDevitt after they were defeated last season. They defeated Springfield 48-20 to make it back to the 5A State Title Game. In the victory, Beals was his usual dominant self. He threw for 273 yards and 5 touchdowns in the game. Beals is a talented quarterback, and now he gets to go back to the State Championship game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">[player_tooltip player_id='386284' first='Semaj' last='Beals'] x [player_tooltip player_id='386283' first='Ash' last='Roberts'] 💴 for Roman Catholic <a href="https://twitter.com/RomanCatholicHC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RomanCatholicHC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AllStatePreps?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AllStatePreps</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/werunthestate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#werunthestate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/allstateprepsfb?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#allstateprepsfb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Maj_QB1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Maj_QB1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ash1roberts?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ash1roberts</a> <a href="https://t.co/nua3wAolQU">pic.twitter.com/nua3wAolQU</a></p>&mdash; EdOBrienCFB (@EdOBrienCFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/EdOBrienCFB/status/1994941437205778944?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914946"],"_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-692cd812c95ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In a losing effort, Mikal Shank played well for Harrisburg. He threw for 230 yards as he tried to bring Harrisburg back against Pittsburgh Central Catholic. A good job by Shank in a losing effort. Shank had an outstanding season for Harrisburg in his 1st season as the starting quarterback, and he should only continue to improve next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/mikalshankjr?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mikalshankjr</a> to <a href="https://twitter.com/Jaiyonlewis?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Jaiyonlewis</a> <br>Harrisburg 14-Central York 3 <a href="https://t.co/0Mc87Bl7NZ">pic.twitter.com/0Mc87Bl7NZ</a></p>&mdash; coachweider (@footballcoach79) <a href="https://twitter.com/footballcoach79/status/1992030871570805223?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1566535"],"_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-692cd812c963a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1566535' first='Sean' last='Steckert'] continues to excel for Southern Lehigh as a difference-making running back. In a battle against Cardinal O'Hara, Steckert was his usual dominant self. He rushed for 210 yards and 3 touchdowns. He is a special running back who is hard to tackle. He had a 47-yard touchdown rush that was special as he made several defenders miss. They are playing for a State Title next week, and Steckert is one of the biggest reasons why. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 TOUCHDOWN 🚨<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='1566535' first='Sean' last='Steckert'] breaks away for a 47 yard touchdown run for Southern Lehigh!<br><br>Cardinal O&#039;Hara - 0<br>Southern Lehigh - 14<br><br>7:49 - 1st Quarter <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/OHara_Football?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OHara_Football</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SolehiSpartans?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SolehiSpartans</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PIAASports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PIAASports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ScipScip?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ScipScip</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DanDiEdwardo1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DanDiEdwardo1</a> <a href="https://t.co/6DJZDnQVb4">pic.twitter.com/6DJZDnQVb4</a></p>&mdash; Davin Ridall (@DavinRidall_PFN) <a href="https://twitter.com/DavinRidall_PFN/status/1994561949074694647?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1591014"],"_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-692cd812c9683"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bishop Guifoyle is back playing for another State Title after winning this week against Belmont Charter School 35-0. [player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell'] throws the ball, runs the ball, and plays great defense. On offense, he is a tough runner who is hard to tackle. He can score anytime he touches the ball, but he is also a good runner between the tackles. He plays all over the field on offense as a running back and quarterback. On defense, he is a good linebacker who makes plays all over the field. Kissell and Bishop Guifoyle will be going for another State title, and Kissell is one of the biggest reasons why. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Mid Season Highlights‼️‼️<a href="https://t.co/FB1h84KrAA">https://t.co/FB1h84KrAA</a><br>6'2, 218 lbs, C/O 2026<br>1 D1 offer<br>LB/DE/TE/QB/HB<br><br>120 carries <br>885 rushing yards (7.4 YPC)<br>14 rushing touchdowns <br>13 catches <br>170 rec. yards<br>3 passing touchdowns <br>77 tackles (30 solo)<br>14 TFL's<br>5 sacks <br>1 forced fumble…</p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell'] (@jake_kissell) <a href="https://twitter.com/jake_kissell/status/1976281650053984415?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["684891"],"_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-692cd812c96cb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='684891' first='JuJu' last='Johnson'] is a big-time player for Farrell. He had a huge game against Seton LaSalle when they defeated Seton LaSalle 40-19. Johnson had 240 yards and 2 rushing touchdowns. He also caught a receiving touchdown. Johnson is an explosive athlete who can score anytime he touches the ball. Johnson and Farrell will try to knock off Southern Columbia in the 2A PIAA State Title Game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Johnson 6 yd TD from Pegues, Farrell 32 Seton LaSalle 19, 6:36, <a href="https://twitter.com/farrellfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@farrellfootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JujuJohnson0?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JujuJohnson0</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aaronpeguesqb1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@aaronpeguesqb1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BobGreenburg?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BobGreenburg</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/professorbriggs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@professorbriggs</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AJWPIAL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AJWPIAL</a> <a href="https://t.co/Z6Q7BIdqG1">pic.twitter.com/Z6Q7BIdqG1</a></p>&mdash; Shane Lux (@PFN_Luxy) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFN_Luxy/status/1994860622278795622?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->