Youth Football Weekly Round-Up: October 31, 2024

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     Falcon Youth Football

Red Rose Midget Football League Age group information 

B (3-3)    

C (3-3)    

D (2-4)    

Cedar Crest played Lancaster Rec this past weekend. At the time of publication, we had not received the scores from these games.

Up Next: The Falcons played Manheim Township on Wednesday evening to determine their playoff status.

The Cedar “B” Team wrapped up their season with a strong performance, defeating their Manheim Central by a score of 35-12. Patrick Fields had a standout game, throwing three touchdown passes, while Jullian Rodriguez Rivera added two rushing touchdowns. Damani was a key player in the receiving game, catching two touchdown passes. The defense played a crucial role, with Gabby and Yohan each making key interceptions to help secure the win.

The Cedar “C” Team faced a tough challenge against Manheim Township and scored only once, with Grayson Painter running in a 5-yard touchdown. This drive was highlighted by Quinton Sisco’s impressive runs of 25 to 30 yards, setting up the score. On defense, Yan, Ayden, and Ethan put forth strong efforts to prevent a blowout, keeping the game competitive.

The Cedar “D” Team dominated their game, winning with a score of 25-0. Caitlyn Fields, Alexciel Pagan, Izaiah Cosme, and Christian Boyers all contributed touchdowns, with Fields also kicking the extra point. The defense was impenetrable, allowing only one first down late in the fourth quarter. Kali Gardner, Fields, and Cosme made crucial stops throughout, ensuring the opposing team never gained momentum.

Great job to all teams on their hard work and determination!

Season Complete

Midgets (0-7)    

Ponies (0-7)       

Peewees (0-7)    

Youth Football Weekly Round-Up: October 17, 2024

      Myerstown Panthers

Berks Area Youth Football League Age group information 

BAYFL Playoffs

Midget (5-3)    Oley 25, Myerstown 7

Mites (8-0)        Myerstown 21, Hamburg 12

Mighty Mites (1-7-1)   Conrad Weiser 13. Myerstown 0

Midget Division

In a Midget semi-final matchup, the Myerstown Panthers came up short against a tough Oley Lynx team. Oley ran the opening kick back for a touchdown and had a long TD run for a 12-0 lead at halftime. The Panthers moved the ball in the first half, driving inside the five-yard line, but did not score. A second half Myerstown TD by Braiden Harris and an extra point by Bentley Landis cut the Oley lead to 12-7 after 3 quarters. A fourth quarter Oley touchdown drive and a separate pick-six finished the scoring at 25-7, ending the Panther’s championship aspirations.

Myerstown will now face Schuylkill Valley in a 3rd place matchup on Sunday, November 3, at Kutztown University.

Mite Division

In a highly competitive semi-final matchup, the Myerstown Panthers edged out the Hamburg Hawks with a 21-12 victory, preserving their undefeated season. The first quarter was a defensive battle, with both teams struggling to gain offensive ground. In the second quarter, the Panthers’ ground game gained momentum with hard runs from Tucker Robert, Owen Hall, and Corbin Showalter, leading to a Robert touchdown and a successful Hall extra point, putting Myerstown up 7-0. The defense, led by middle linebacker Luca Kirelawich, forced a turnover on downs, giving the offense another opportunity.

On the next play, the Panthers lined up in wildcat formation with Showalter at quarterback. Showalter faked a sweep to Robert and kept the ball, breaking loose for a 30-yard touchdown, followed by Hall’s extra point to extend the lead to 14-0. As the half wound down, Schuylkill Valley capitalized on a late play, sealing the edge for a 40-yard touchdown run, but Myerstown stopped the extra point attempt, maintaining a 14-6 lead at halftime.

The Hawks opened the second half with another deep play, bringing them to the 1-yard line, where they scored on a quarterback sneak, though the Panthers stopped the extra point again, keeping the lead at 14-12. The Panthers offense then drove into Hawks territory, but penalties led to a turnover on downs. With five minutes remaining, Myerstown’s defense stepped up, creating tackles for loss and forcing another turnover on downs. The offense then controlled the clock with a ground attack led by Hall, Showalter, Robert, and Vincent, culminating in another Robert touchdown, with Hall’s extra point sealing the 21-12 victory.

With this win, the Panthers advance to the BAYFL Championship next weekend, where they will face the Oley Lynx.

Mighty Mite Division 

In their final game of the season, the Panthers faced the Conrad Weiser Scouts in a BAYFL Consolation rematch, hoping to avenge last week’s loss. The Panthers’ offense controlled the ball for the entire first quarter, with steady runs from Patrick Lehman, Joseph Noll, and Brody Newswanger. Despite dominating the clock, the Panthers couldn’t capitalize and had to punt to the Scouts. Conrad Weiser then put together an eight-play drive, ending with a 30-yard touchdown run, though Leeland Butcher and Lehman stopped their extra point attempt, keeping it 6-0 at halftime.

The Panthers’ defense came out strong in the second half, with critical stops by Logan Witmer, Waylon Phelps, and Leland Zellers. However, the Scouts managed another 30-yard run on fourth down, extending their lead to 13-0 after a successful extra point. In response, Myerstown mounted a seven-play drive led by runs from Chase Noecker, Lee Keppley, and Beau Newswanger but couldn’t find the end zone. The game ended 13-0, bringing the Mighty Mites’ season to a close. They fought hard all season, and with seven key players returning next year, the Panthers’ future looks promising.

Up Next: The Mites will face off against Oley in the BAYFL Championship game. The Midgets will take on Schuylkill Valley in a 3rd Place Consolation Game.

Myerstown extends heartfelt appreciation to the players and families marking their final season with the Panthers. Thank you for being a part of our community.

 # PLAYER NAME

99 Nicholas Barshinger

13 Chase Darienzo

17 Lucas Donough

95 Isaiah Gillespie

44 Sebastian Gomez

51 Bentley Landis

32 Hunter Lebo

96 Wyatt Ness

21 Jayden Price

11 Owen Thornton

14 Rilee Wert

28 Matthew White

  Northern Lebanon Vikings

CFA – Federal Conference Age group information 

Bye Week ahead of CFA Playoffs

Midgets (8-0)   

Ponies (4-4)       

Peewees (3-5)    

Smurfs               Exhibition/Skill Development

Up Next: The Viking Midget Team is headed to the playoffs. They will have their next game on Sunday, November 3 against Hershey.

 Palmyra Cougars

      CFA – Federal Conference    Age group information 

Midgets (4-3)    

Ponies  (6-1)     

Peewees (4-3)   

Smurfs               Exhibition/Skill Development

The Palmyra Cougars JV Pony Squad, comprised of 5th and 6th-grade players, demonstrated impressive skills and determination at the recent CFA JV Jamboree. The young Cougars dominated the competition, emerging victorious against all opponents except one: the Harrisburg Cougars.

The Harrisburg team ultimately claimed the top spot at the event, but the JV Pony Squad’s performance was a testament to their hard work and teamwork. Despite the tough loss, the Palmyra Cougars showed remarkable resilience and sportsmanship.

Throughout the tournament, the JV Cougars showcased their agility, strategy, and enthusiasm. Their coaches and fans were impressed by their growth and development as players.

“We’re incredibly proud of our team’s effort and dedication,” said JV Coach Cody Beers. “They’ve made significant progress, and we’re excited to see them continue to improve and succeed in future competitions.”

The Pony Squad’s participation in the CFA JV Jamboree provided valuable experience and exposure to competitive youth football. As they move forward, they’ll build on this experience and strive for excellence in their upcoming games.

Congratulations to the Cougar JV Pony Squad on a fantastic showing, and best of luck as they prepare with the full team for Swatara this upcoming weekend for the Semi-Final round of the Federal East Conference Playoffs.

The Cougar Smurf Squad, comprised of Kindergarten through 2nd-grade players, demonstrated remarkable enthusiasm and determination at the recent CFA Smurf Bowl. Despite an opening loss to the Steelton Lil Rollers, the young Cougars battled their way to a respectable 5th place finish.

The Steelton Lil Rollers proved to be a formidable opponent, ultimately claiming the top spot in the Federal East Conference. Their strong performance set the tone for the tournament, and the Smurf Squad’s opening loss didn’t dampen their spirits.

Throughout the competition, the Smurf Squad showcased their emerging skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Coaches and fans alike were impressed by their energy and effort.

“We’re extremely proud of our team’s resilience and determination,” said Head Smurf Coach Bill Murray. “They’ve made amazing strides, and we’re thrilled to see them continue to grow and develop as players for many years to come.”

Congratulations to the Smurf Squad on a smurf-tastic final event of the 2024 season, and best of luck in their future endeavors!

Up Next: On Saturday at 7:00 pm, the Cougar Midgets will play the Tri-C Panthers in the CFA semifinals. This follows a game at 5:30 pm, in which the Cougar Ponies will battle the Swatara Tigers. On Sunday at 1:30 pm, the Cougar Peewees will play Swatara for a chance to for the CFA Championship. All games will be hosted at Palmyra Area Middle School.