PIAA 3A Championship Game Preview NW Lehigh vs. Avonworth

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the re-match of an instant classic last season, the PIAA 3A State Title Game between Northwestern Lehigh and Avonworth. Northwestern Lehigh beat them 36-33 for their 1^st state title. Avonworth has not won a state title and is seeking revenge for last year's game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Northwestern Lehigh's Most Impactful Players </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1627112"],"_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-6930f8d234a62"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1627112' first='Michael' last='Boring'] is a good defensive lineman for Northwestern Lehigh. He shows good strength as he penetrates against opposing offenses. His ability to use his hands and rip through offensive linemen is excellent. He then has a motor that never quits, as he chases and plays all over the field. Avonworth has a great run offense, so they need Boring and company to stop the run. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/gUIvSznlIp">https://t.co/gUIvSznlIp</a> <br>Regular season stats:<br>25 solo tackles <br>57 total tackles<br>4.5 sacks <br>1 force fumble <br>58 yrd scoop and score <br>touchdown <br>5.2 tackles/ game <br>Blessed to have a amazing senior year so far, praying that we bring another one home🙏!!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PTR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PTR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nwtigerfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nwtigerfootball</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1627112' first='Michael' last='Boring'] Jr (C/O 2026) (@MJ2fetti) <a href="https://twitter.com/MJ2fetti/status/1985213679508287559?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158289"],"_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-6930f8d234af1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1158289' first='Shane' last='Leh'] is an excellent athlete and quarterback for Northwestern Lehigh. His ability to make plays with his feet and his legs is excellent. As a thrower of the football, he has excellent mechanics and footwork. Going for a back-to-back State Titles, Leh will need to be at his best. I expect he play one of his best games. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">610➡️845 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FoxholeGuys?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FoxholeGuys</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FPT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FPT</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MET?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MET</a><br><br>First and foremost, I want to thank God for blessing me with the ability, strength, and opportunity to pursue both my academic and athletic dreams. I'm incredibly grateful to all the coaches at Marist for believing in me and giving me the chance… <a href="https://t.co/oSTlW5VLGj">pic.twitter.com/oSTlW5VLGj</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1158289' first='Shane' last='Leh'] (@leh_shane) <a href="https://twitter.com/leh_shane/status/1939831111326052529?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["646779"],"_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-6930f8d234b53"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='646779' first='Mason' last='Bollinger'] is a playmaker for Northwestern Lehigh on the offensive side of the ball. He plays as a wide receiver, but he is also used in the run game on handoffs. As a wide receiver, he catches the ball well. His ability to catch the ball in between defenders is excellent. Then in the run game, he has excellent running skills. His ability to make defenders miss is good. He also plays as a defensive back at a high level. Bollinger will be a tough player for Avonworth to stop. I expect a big game from him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Senior Year Regular Season Highlight<br>Colonial-Schuylkill League Champions<br>10-0<br>NW Lehigh All-Time Rec. Record<br>28 Rec.<br>407 Rec. Yds<br>634 All Purpose Yds.<br>3 TFL <a href="https://t.co/XAUr2PoTxc">https://t.co/XAUr2PoTxc</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='646779' first='Mason' last='Bollinger'] (@masonbollinger) <a href="https://twitter.com/masonbollinger/status/1982178880812159219?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["953547"],"_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-6930f8d234bab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='953547' first='Brady' last='Zimmerman'] and [player_tooltip player_id='646779' first='Mason' last='Bollinger'] are a good 1-2 punch as wide receivers and running the ball. Brady Zimmerson is a playmaker as a runner and as a receiver. His ability to make defenders miss as a runner and receiver is excellent, as he is a good athlete. He has a good quickness and burst that you like to see from slot receivers. He also plays at a high level as an outside linebacker. On both sides of the ball, Zimmerman will need to be at his best against Avonworth. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Excited to be playing for another state semi-final game!! Highlights from state quarterfinal game vs Scranton Prep. Stats:<br><br>Offensive: <br>-7 recs; 96 yds; 3 TD's <br><br>Defensive:<br>-7 total tackles <a href="https://twitter.com/nwtigerfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nwtigerfootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PTR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PTR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TFT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TFT</a><a href="https://t.co/Nq0Q2JSU3O">https://t.co/Nq0Q2JSU3O</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='953547' first='Brady' last='Zimmerman'] (@b_zimmerman8) <a href="https://twitter.com/b_zimmerman8/status/1993398081837318356?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Avonworth Most Impactful Players </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155897"],"_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-6930f8d234c01"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1155897' first='Peter' last='Bonnet'] is a dominant offensive lineman for Avonworth. His ability to fire off the ball and drive defenders off the ball is impressive. You just do not see many players of his size and ability. This is why he is playing football at Navy next season. He will present a huge challenge for Northwestern Lehigh if they are going to win this game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Very excited to announce that after discussing with my family I have decided on committing to the U.S Naval Academy!<a href="https://twitter.com/NavyFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NavyFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Jay_Guillermo57?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Jay_Guillermo57</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NavyCoachYo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NavyCoachYo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/adamgorney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adamgorney</a><a href="https://twitter.com/BrianDohn247?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrianDohn247</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Blitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Blitz</a> @PRZPAvic <a href="https://twitter.com/AvonworthFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AvonworthFB</a> <a href="https://t.co/ngj0PxIlCK">pic.twitter.com/ngj0PxIlCK</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1155897' first='Peter' last='Bonnet'] (@peterthebonnet) <a href="https://twitter.com/peterthebonnet/status/1940128341492732197?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647668"],"_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-6930f8d234c58"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='647668' first='Carson' last='Bellinger'] is an efficient quarterback for Avonworth. His ability to sit in the pocket and deliver the ball is impressive. He is especially excellent in play action. Avonworth runs the ball at a high rate, so Bellinger's ability to use play action is excellent. He also has excellent accuracy as a passer. This is especially present when he is throwing the ball on in breaking routes. Bellinger and Avonworth want to avenge last year's title game and win a state title. I expect a big game from Bellinger. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">WPIAL CHAMPS!! Looking forward to keeping it rolling in the state playoffs. <br>27TDS-1int<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/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AvonworthFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AvonworthFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/kubdog5?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kubdog5</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/drossman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@drossman</a> <a href="https://t.co/dDtvPHAZQC">https://t.co/dDtvPHAZQC</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='647668' first='Carson' last='Bellinger'] (@CarsonBellinger) <a href="https://twitter.com/CarsonBellinger/status/1993515369747894326?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1591107"],"_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-6930f8d234caf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1591107' first='Luca' last='Neal'] is a talented running back and defensive back for Avonworth. As a running back, he is a legit playmaker who can score anytime he touches the ball. He was also used as a wildcat quarterback, where he ran the ball. He also possesses good quickness and burst, particularly when running the ball. Then, as a defender, he does a good job of making tackles from his outside linebacker position. Neal is a good two-way player who constantly makes plays all over the field. Avonworth has a good chance to win the state title, and Neal will need to be one of the biggest reasons why.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2025 Senior Season Tape‼️<a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Blitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Blitz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/drossman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@drossman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/kubdog5?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kubdog5</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AvonworthFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AvonworthFB</a> <a href="https://t.co/VjXY7BMcKG">https://t.co/VjXY7BMcKG</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1591107' first='Luca' last='Neal'] (@lucaneal16) <a href="https://twitter.com/lucaneal16/status/1976294535773773969?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":["1180690"],"_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-6930f8d234d05"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1180690' first='Dimitri' last='Velisaris'] is a good running back for Avonworth. He is a tough player to stop as he is a physical runner who is hard to bring down. He also shows good quickness and burst. He and [player_tooltip player_id='1591107' first='Luca' last='Neal'] are a good one-two punch for Avonworth. They are both tough to stop, and Northwestern Lehigh will need to focus on stopping both running backs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Week 0-2 and mid-season highlights<br><br>Team is doing great so far with a 8-0 record.<a href="https://t.co/qAJX3ZIRBN">https://t.co/qAJX3ZIRBN</a> <a href="https://t.co/ecyrZ46FgS">https://t.co/ecyrZ46FgS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Blitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Blitz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AvonworthFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AvonworthFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/drossman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@drossman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/kubdog5?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kubdog5</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PJCTraining?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PJCTraining</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/thelab_sp?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@thelab_sp</a> <a href="https://t.co/TPHiHrryjq">pic.twitter.com/TPHiHrryjq</a></p>&mdash; Dimitri_Velisaris (@Dveli_34) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dveli_34/status/1978280180603883683?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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-6930f8d234d57"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->