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Aliquippa forced up again? PIAA wrong or right?

sure yes the quips break and bend rules, but first- the families might bend rules by using a shaky address- but im sure lots of times, the coaches are not "seeking and recruiting kids" im sure most people know that's "the place to go" to championships and get recruited for college. Also, the demographics of Aliquippa is very different than all those other communities- so yes, more transient people in Aliquippa.
I know Hopewell is the "white section" of Aliquippa but aren't the others similar to Aliquippa?

Talks for separate playoffs

Isn’t Tom Brady 6’4 225 pounds, was a (for the time) four star recruit - Tom Lemming had him as the #6 quarterback nationally in his class - who played at Michigan, and also got drafted to play professional baseball out of high school? Elite athlete
He was a 7th round pick. Watch his combine. It was sad and athleticism doesnt pop out too me. He's not a freak athlete like Micheal Vick or Lamar Jackson. He got better with coaching, hard work, and his football iq to become the goat which was my point. Go back and read through the thread.
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what decade was the most enjoyable and interesting?

I would say the talent increased. The state is now sending more kids to big time college programs than ever.
That's simply not true.

If you go back and look at the recruiting data of kids going to "power 5" schools now and compare it to 30-40-50 years ago, it's not even close.

It's why the last 3 coaches at PSU starting with JoePa, made the inroads to the DMV. There just isn't as much talent per capita as there was during the 70's/80's/90's in PA.

Another data point is look at the PSAC in the 80's and 90s and compare it today. The PSAC top to bottom was once considered the best D2 league in football. It's fallen down the pecking order in the last 20 years. The majority of those rosters were PA kids. Nowadays, you see PSAC teams seeping into the DMV/Ohio/NJ for talent at a rate, I've never seen before.

Talks for separate playoffs

there are thousands of kids in PA, right now, who prob were "not very good" when they were 10 or 11, worked their buts off and became a starter in HS (aka good for high school), then they graduate, and never play again, it happens all the time
Since we're in the 6 class era, lets be honest. There are a ton of schools from the 3A and down that struggle to put a JV team on the field on Saturdays and Mondays. That means if you're in 9th grade, you're probably in the 2 deep right away. Being a starter might be good in title doesn't usually mean you're a good player. You're typically a starter because most schools don't have depth.

Aliquippa forced up again? PIAA wrong or right?

funny how nearby New Brighton or Beaver don't benefit from being "transient" communities, and it's all just a big coincidence these kids move to Aliquippa and not Hopewell or Ambridge next door right?
sure yes the quips break and bend rules, but first- the families might bend rules by using a shaky address- but im sure lots of times, the coaches are not "seeking and recruiting kids" im sure most people know that's "the place to go" to championships and get recruited for college. Also, the demographics of Aliquippa is very different than all those other communities- so yes, more transient people in Aliquippa.

Talks for separate playoffs

there are thousands of kids in PA, right now, who prob were "not very good" when they were 10 or 11, worked their buts off and became a starter in HS (aka good for high school), then they graduate, and never play again, it happens all the time
yes but these kids still had talent that you can't teach like speed or height, or even toughness

some kids can learn to get good catching a football, blocking, tackling etc

and some kids you can give them the best coaching in the world, and they will still move like they have two left feet

we aren't created equal

Aliquippa forced up again? PIAA wrong or right?

"cheaters?"

i dont totally disagree brad- but this is little harsh- Aliquippa is a transient community, families that "bend rules" and have a great "program," but they also has minimal resources

My guess is this describes lots of people and communities across the state and country. Maybe "cheating" and unfair to bend the rules, but maybe also unfair that their HS has minimal resources??
funny how nearby New Brighton or Beaver don't benefit from being "transient" communities, and it's all just a big coincidence these kids move to Aliquippa and not Hopewell or Ambridge next door right?

what decade was the most enjoyable and interesting?

Not saying you’re wrong, but what are some of your reasons that the 2000-2004 teams were better that 2005-2009?
2004 Central Catholic is largely thought of as one of the best teams ever

2003 it was mostly the same team, just younger

those Woodland Hills teams were loaded, just had horrible luck with weather and matchups

now regarding 2005 - 2009

2005 Mckeesport had two losses, hard to think of them as one of the best based on that and most likely would've lost to Bishop Mcdevitt if they had a healthy Lesean Mccoy, and I don't think anybody would argue Bethehem Liberty was an overly strong east representative

2006 Upper St. Clair again they played Liberty, and on paper their roster was arguably the weakest to ever win the largest class

2007 Central Catholic looked really good on paper, but nobody would argue they were better than 2004

2008 Bethel Park was definitely a weak champ, and even Liberty's coach said this Liberty team was probably worse than the teams that got destroyed by Mckeesport and USC

2009 the wpial didn't even make the state championship, though Woodland Hills was very banged up when they lost to State College

Aliquippa forced up again? PIAA wrong or right?

"cheaters?"

i dont totally disagree brad- but this is little harsh- Aliquippa is a transient community, families that "bend rules" and have a great "program," but they also has minimal resources

My guess is this describes lots of people and communities across the state and country. Maybe "cheating" and unfair to bend the rules, but maybe also unfair that their HS has minimal resources??
Transient or using a cousin's address?

The Recruiting Zone

Find out what colleges are recruiting Luke Lewis, Justin Yescavage, Bobby Fadden, Brayden Eppinette, and Bredon Smith now!


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Q&A with Hickory offensive center Luke Lewis​


Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I am looking forward to playing college football. It’s been something I have been wanting to do since I put the pads on for the first time and fell in love with the game.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I haven’t been recruited a whole lot. I am looking forward to a big junior season so hopefully my answer to the question will be different next year.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“N/A.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have made a few college trips. I went to Pitt to watch their spring practice, and the following weekend I went to Penn State for their blue and white game. They were two great experiences for me and I hope to be back at some point next year.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“I don’t have any plans for trips to colleges for this year, I do have some camps lined up for the summer though.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“I plan on attending Northwestern, West Virginia, Notre Dame, Pitt, Penn State, Buffalo, and hopefully make it to a mega camp at some point throughout the summer.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I grew up watching Penn State football and Ohio state. That was more family influenced though, when it came to picking my own favorite team Michigan was definitely number 1.”


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Q&A with Jim Thorpe wide receiver Justin Yescavage​


Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I am looking to play college football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Lehigh, Colgate, University of New Hampshire, and Villanova, and Drake University.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Colgate has been recruiting me the hardest.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I have had Junior days at Villanova, Lehigh, and Colgate.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“Not as of right now.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“I plan to do one day camps at Lehigh, Colgate, Villanova, and UNH along with mega camps.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“My favorite college was University of Nebraska.”


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Q&A with Mohawk Area athlete Bobby Fadden​


Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, 50/50 right now between football and basketball in college, I love them both.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’m young so I haven’t talked to many, I went to Edinboro and Akron came to see me not too long ago.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“I’m just young so none right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Unofficial to Edinboro.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“Hopefully I'm going to get some looks here soon from some colleges.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“Couple basketball camps and couple football camps are needed for sure, [I’ll] see where I’m at with competition not from around me.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I really haven’t had a favorite college but would like to stay close to home for sure.”


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Q&A with Cocalico cornerback Brayden Eppinette​


Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I want to run track.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“D1 and D2 programs.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“None in particular, mostly PSAC.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“No.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“Not in the near future.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“None currently focusing on track.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Ohio State.”


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Q&A with Spring Grove wide receiver Bredon Smith​


Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I do want to play sports in college. Either football or track is what I want to play in college.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“No colleges currently are recruiting me but soon to come.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“No colleges currently are recruiting me but soon to come.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have not made a college trip yet.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“I plan to have college trips this year coming up.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“I am planning to attend Lehigh June 8th, Delaware July 20th, Shepherd July 24th, and maybe more.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I’ve always loved to watch Oregon but mainly Penn State.”


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PA Preps High School Football Talk

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Q&A with Hickory offensive center Luke Lewis
What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“Not just me but our whole team has been working hard this off season. We got right back to work in January after a long football season into December. Coach Emil, our strength coach, has been working us hard and he will have us ready come August.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“The thing I feel like I have improved on most is my speed. Working in Wexford with former Steelers offensive lineman John Kolb has definitely helped me and the things I have learned from him are crucial when it comes to getting faster. Coach Emil always says there’s nothing scarier than a big man that can move, so that’s what I have been trying to be.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I have very high hopes for our team next season. We are returning our whole offensive line and defensive line, which is a privilege that many teams are not going to have. I think our team should make another good run and hopefully defend that district 10 title, but with the talent we have I think we could go much farther than just a district title.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Our schedule has changed a lot this year with the new regions coming out. I think our rival games are always going to be tough ones. Sharon always puts up a great fight, and opening weekend Saturday night at Farrell could be one of the best matchups of the year, and I think we are all pretty pumped up for that.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player I think our team will have to match up again this year would probably be Brandon Chambers or Juju Phillips from Farrell. They are both super talented guys and hard to bring down so that should be a good challenge for us. As a lineman, one of the toughest linemen out there is Brody Miller from Sharon. He gets off the ball fast and he gets to the ball fast. He’s a tough one to block so that is always a good matchup to see.”

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Q&A with Jim Thorpe wide receiver Justin Yescavage
What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“As of late I have been in track along with an explosive and speed based weightlifting program.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“I feel my route running has become much better and I have gained 20 lbs since the end of last season to be better equipped to run through tackles.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel that my team will be competitive in our new, tougher division and will excel as our season goes on.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“The toughest team in our schedule will be Northwestern Lehigh as we are aware of their season last year and the winning tradition in the town.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Offensively we will struggle against Eli Zimmerman as he is a corner with sound footwork that attacks the ball in the air and separates the hands well.”

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Q&A with Mohawk Area athlete Bobby Fadden
What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“Well I’m in baseball right now and also doing track so there is no off season for me because I’m always in a season.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“My hand eye coordination and tracking the ball down while showing my hands late and high pointing the ball.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel that we will do pretty good, just going to have to grind losing a lot of seniors. When you lose seniors that played your putting in new kids that haven’t played varsity yet and it could be a lot and it is we all need to stay together and grind it out do whatever to win.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Personally I think Ellwood is going to be really tough, they are returning a lot of juniors from last year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Joey Nail, he is a very tough kid, had an amazing year last year, 120 some tackles, just a competitive kid will do whatever it takes.”

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Q&A with Cocalico cornerback Brayden Eppinette
What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“Lifting and working out with Avory Cole with Parisi.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“Playing man to man at cornerback.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will do well.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“The toughest team we will play will be Central.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player we will play will be Brody Daughtery, Braden Brown, Johnny Garcia.”

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Q&A with Spring Grove wide receiver Bredon Smith
What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“I have been working with my track coach for my speed and power.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“I feel like my speed has gotten a lot faster since last year.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like our team will do better this year. We got a new coach last season and I feel like he knows us better this year and will know how to use everyone more effectively.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Central York is probably the toughest team on the schedule this year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Michael Scott from Dallastown is always a tough player to face against.”

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Q&A with Spring Grove wide receiver Bredon Smith

What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“I have been working with my track coach for my speed and power.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“I feel like my speed has gotten a lot faster since last year.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like our team will do better this year. We got a new coach last season and I feel like he knows us better this year and will know how to use everyone more effectively.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Central York is probably the toughest team on the schedule this year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Michael Scott from Dallastown is always a tough player to face against.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I do want to play sports in college. Either football or track is what I want to play in college.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“No colleges currently are recruiting me but soon to come.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“No colleges currently are recruiting me but soon to come.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have not made a college trip yet.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“I plan to have college trips this year coming up.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“I am planning to attend Lehigh June 8th, Delaware July 20th, Shepherd July 24th, and maybe more.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I’ve always loved to watch Oregon but mainly Penn State.”

Q&A with Cocalico cornerback Brayden Eppinette

What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“Lifting and working out with Avory Cole with Parisi.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“Playing man to man at cornerback.”

How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will do well.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“The toughest team we will play will be Central.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player we will play will be Brody Daughtery, Braden Brown, Johnny Garcia.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I want to run track.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“D1 and D2 programs.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“None in particular, mostly PSAC.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“No.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“Not in the near future.”

What camps are you planning to do this summer?
“None currently focusing on track.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Ohio State.”
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