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Zion Ward

Running Back

2026 Class

5'5" Height

160 Weight

Northgate School

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Pat Weider

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Zion Ward Zion Ward 5'5" | 160 lbs | RB Northgate | 2026 State PA is an explosive athlete who can score anytime he touches the ball. His speed is excellent as he can run by defenders in the open field. So far this season, he has scored on a rushing, receiving, and kickoff touchdown. On a kickoff touchdown, you really see his speed as he makes several cuts and runs by defenders. As a receiver, he shows elusiveness and burst to make defenders miss in the open field. Ward is a good player who is showcasing his skills this season.

Mid-Season Splash Play #Highlights!
Staying ready. Grateful for every rep.

5 Total #Touchdowns (1 TD & 29-yard Return Missing from Film).@NorthgateVFB @MFratStrength @WPIAL_Insider @wpialsportsnews @TheWPIALEdition @PA_TodaySports @PaFootballNews @TribLiveHSSN #WPIAL pic.twitter.com/btdAYhKOiJ

— Zion Ward Zion Ward 5'5" | 160 lbs | RB Northgate | 2026 State PA 🌟 (C'O 26 RB) (@ZionXWard) September 22, 2025

7 months ago

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Pat Weider

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Zion Ward Zion Ward 5'5" | 160 lbs | RB Northgate | 2026 State PA has a good combination of speed and strength at the running back position. He is hard to bring down and has the elusiveness to make defenders miss. He does a good job in particular on off-tackle run plays. He has good speed and he runs by defenders in the open field. He also played as an outside linebacker and showed good skills on defense as well. Ward is a good running back in the 2026 class.