Berwick superintendent Wayne Brookhart announced Tuesday he’s suspending all football operations for two weeks effective immediately because of an internal investigation.

According to Brookhart, the focus of the investigation is the transfer status of two student-athletes.

According to multiple sources, two student-athletes left Nanticoke Area in April and enrolled in Berwick. The Citizens’ Voice confirmed the information through two sources, a football source and an administration source, who both wished not to be identified because of the ongoing investigation.

“I suspended the program for two weeks due to a challenge of a transfer (to Berwick),” Brookhart said Tuesday afternoon. “We are doing an internal investigation. I feel there is sufficient evidence that warrants more evaluation of the situation, and prompted more questioning. We definitely want to do an in-house review of the allegations we received.”

Brookhart declined to discuss any of those allegations.

Berwick head coach George Curry did not return calls seeking comment regarding the investigation.

It’s against PIAA rules to transfer for athletic purposes.

If one or both principals from the schools involved in a transfer elect not to sign off on the principal-to-principal waiver, a hearing in front of the District 2 athletic committee is necessary if the transferring students intend to participate in athletics at the receiving school.

District 2 chairman Frank Majikes did not return calls seeking comment regarding the athletic committees role, if any, in the investigation

By shutting down all football operations, the Berwick football program will be forced to stop its off-season conditioning program during the two weeks.

Those workouts consist of weight lifting, conditioning and agility drills. While conducting these workouts, players are permitted to wear helmets and shoulder pads.

Teams can do football-related drills, but no contact of any type is permitted.

Brookhart indicated the two-week ban does not cover football coach Curry’s quarterback camp. The camp is scheduled for May 23 at Crispin Field.

“The investigation is ongoing and I feel we need more time to conclude it,” Brookhart said. “There are still some things that are necessary for us to learn. It is important to take care of our own house. We don’t want to rush to judgement, we want to make sure we have all the facts.”

Prior to the shutdown, Curry was preparing for his 46th year coaching high school football and his 39th at Berwick.

He is the all-time winningest high school football coach in the state with a record of 446-100-5. His record at Berwick is 395-79-3.

Curry began his coaching career at Lake-Lehman before going to Berwick. He coached 35 consecutive years at Berwick, leading the Dawgs to six PIAA Class AAA championships, with the last coming in 1997. Curry stepped down from Berwick following the 2005 seasons, stating that “35 years in one place is a long time.”

After leaving Berwick he became the head coach at Valley West for three seasons before stepping away.

Gary Campbell Jr. succeeded Curry at Berwick and guided the program for six seasons. Campbell resigned from Berwick in the spring 2012 to take a job at Wahconah High School in Massachusetts.

From there, Curry took over in June and guided the program to three consecutive trips to the district championship game appearance, winning the title in 2013.

That year the Dawgs advanced to the East Final where they were eliminated by Archbishop Wood.

Was talking with a friend from DTown, and he mentioned to me the coaching staff may be in trouble with the PIAA for texting players from another school. He told me the players showed the text messages to their coach and he apparently forwarded them up the ladder. Anyone have more information on this?

I'm glad this type of stuff never happens around here. Imagine kids transferring for athletic purposes.

http://citizensvoice.com/sports/berwick-suspends-football-program-1.1880459

Who do I contact and how do I get logged into account for rivals combine this Sunday.

The stock could gain $20 or more in the next month and the company could be a takeover candidate. One caveat is that the market for this particular drug is small, in the range of 8,000 to 28,000, depending on the source.

Jeff Masters, a cystic fibrosis patient from Michigan, told the FDA advisory committee that the drug has changed his life. A high school soccer and lacrosse player from Maine told the committee that the drug has had a profound impact on her life.

The amount of patients might be able to be increased over time as the drug is modified, although that is not certain at this point. This is a story of good news all around. The athlete from Maine said she was humbled by the medical technology that allowed her to speak to the advisory committee.

I have some other PA players that I'll post. D'Andre Swift won MVP for the running back position.

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Delaware valley charter is suppose to close a lot of talent suppose to be on that squad this year if true where do they go

Pennsylvania native (Crawford County) who attended Auburn Univ., then later law school and practices in Birmingham.

I started following PA HS football again a couple of years ago when my old little single A school (Conneaut Valley) merged with two others to form Conneaut Area Senior High, now a AAA school. Then lo and behold last fall they beat Cathedral Prep in the snow for the D-10 title and even have a QB (who'll be a senior next fall) who's good enough to get recruited. So, I'm interested in W. Pa HS football and especially hoping that some of these kids in the less populous areas outside of metro Pittsburgh can get athletic scholarships at some level.

Hope this board gets some traffic.

Pick a district and give me your top 5 picks in each classification.
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Paris Ford of Seten LaSalle, just received his 11th offer from Va Tech.

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Here are some thoughts about District 3.
*district champ,
y runner up
AAAA

1 Central Dauphin 11-3y
A lot of bodies back from last year’s runner-up including dual threat tandem QBs, running back Raleigh Sirb (5-9, 190, sr, 1352ry) and possibly one of the top D-Fronts in the state including DEs Reid Albright (5-10, 210, sr 101 tackles), last year’s spectacular freshman Micah Parsons (6-3, 215, so, 14saks, 27TFL), Rashaun Gabrel (6-1, 210, sr, 67 tackles), DLs Evan Childs (6-3, 270, jr) and Joe Williams (6-5, 270, sr). Also back at LBs Mike Betz (5-11, 210, sr, 87 tackles, 10saks), Adam Thornton (5-10, 205, sr, 106 tackles). The secondary returns 2. Still feel CD is the top team in the West at this point with Parkland being the other clear favorite out of the East.
2 Wilson 14-1*
Boo coo bodies return to the D with a great running back in Shane Dantzler (5-9, 175, sr, 1659ry) and experience at QB (Jake Klein, 6-1, 200, sr), a good nucleus returning on D to have Bulldogs again in the hunt for districts and beyond. They’ve won 7 straight LL-Section-1 titles and 2 straight district titles.
3 Cedar Cliff 8-3
As a sophomore Grant Breneman (6-0, 185) threw for 2396 yards, completing 62% of passes with a tidy 24/8 Td to Pick ratio. Jayden Demmy (5-9, 200, sr) rumbled for 1789 yards snagging 12 passes for 148 yards. A bunch of receivers return including Mike Viti (6-0, 175, sr, 41/438) and TE Charles Chiazza (6-2, 230, sr).
4 Central Dauphin East 10-3
Another good edition like their sister school Central Dauphin that could not escape the long shadow of Wilson High the last 2 years, losing 31-14 in the regular and 9-6 in districts. They were 9 points away from beating both Central Dauphin and Wilson, so this is good stuff. Senior QB Jahad Neibauer (5-1,180, 52%, 1067, 426ry) is back but they’ll miss RB Joe Lemelle (806ry, 414py) along with their 3 leading receivers who had 97 receptions for 1333 yards. Last year’s super soph DE Brandon Hickerson-Rooks (6-1, 220) will key another quick front after collecting 98 tackles and 15TFL last year.
5 Cumberland Valley 9-3
They’ll break in a new quarterback to run the Wing-T but at least 3 linemen return with great size along with lines, people like seniors Chad Morris (6-1, 235), Shannon Dolan (5-11, 245), James Koblick (6-2, 275) and Robert Goodrich (6-3, 235) and Brock Ragni (6-2, 250) both juniors. A stable load of experienced backs return to help the new QB Josh Ferguson (6-0. 175, sr) transition to full time status.

Others:
The district is real deep this year with big numbers returning to many of the traditional powers, especially under center which will make for one exciting race for regular and post season honors. Here are three more Lancaster Lebanon teams out of Section-1 that have elevated their programs big time. They are not at Wilson’s level but typically give them a game and are most definitely not a walk over.
Lower Dauphin 9-3
A lot of bods back here including QB Tommy Klock (6-2, 210, sr, 1298, 49%, 13/8) and top running back George Hatalowich (5-11, 195, sr) who rushed for 1382 yards last year on 215 carries. Many other backs plus a few receivers return. Like Cedar Cliff who is also in the Mid Penn-Keystone, the stats while impressive came against teams like Middletown, Cedar Crest, Chambersburg, Susquehanna Township, Mechanicsburg, Hershey and Northern who had a combined won-loss of 19-51.
Manheim Township 8-4
Return QB Eric Benjamin (6-1, 215, sr, 64%, 2108py, 23/8, 218ry) and receiver John Stutz (6-0, 175, sr, 29/534) to get things going. Some big stuff returns up front to make it all happen in seniors Allen McCloud (6-3, 250, 63 tackles), Tanner Evan (6-4, 245, 44 tackles) and Paul Groff (6-0, 265, 14 tackles). OLB Riley MacDonald (6-0, 190, sr, 64 tackles) and SS John Stutz (6-0, 175, sr, 40 tackles) are a good foundation to rebuild those areas. Road trip to Central Dauphin and Red Lion followed by the home opener against Governor Mifflin will test the Streaks, showing us where they are.
Hempfield 7-5
The Black Knights also return a dangerous trigger man in Sam Kramer (6-3, 210, sr) who completed 53% of passes for 1212yards. But this one is a dual threat, banging for 1005 yards. Last year’s big freshman, David Martin (6-3, 210) impressed some people but won’t beat out the senior. Almost all the receivers return led by Will Blair (6-0, 185, sr) with 33 catches for 524 yards. Also ran for 543 yards on 83 carries. Top two LBs return and a bunch of experience in the secondary that is always key in a district that is not afraid to throw the football. It’s smash mouth in the LL, Berks, Mid Penn, et al….but they will fling it!

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1 McDevitt 14-1*
Graduate a great QB in Nick Marsillio with 3772py (62%) and high end RBs Andre Robinson (1532) and Que’Shawn Jenkins (1065) but don’t worry about McDevitt who will plug in another sophomore quarterback from last year (Tayvon Bowers 6-2, 185, jr or Jacque Jackson, 6-0, 195, jr) any number of backs in waiting and the best senior receiver corps in the state in Kobay White (6-1, 195, 72-1230), Bryce Hall (6-2, 180, 56-989), Kryee Calli (6-4, 195, 37-753) and Chad Cortez (6-2, 190, 12-312). That likely interprets to one of the best secondaries as well. A great corps group returns to the D that allowed 12ppg last year. Hard seeing another Triple-A challenging in the district this year.
2 Lancaster Catholic 4-6
Replaced many on the staff last year and it showed with an inconsistent offense by LC standards that struggled at times. But they broke in new systems and a sophomore quarterback in Jordan Scott (5-10, 170, jr) who threw for 1692 yards while completing 61% of passes. Not bad for s soph! A Td/Pick ratio of 6 to 11 slowed them but that will improve. Considering the coaching changes, new offense and schedule difficulty (54-19 opponent W/L, Dallastown, Gov.Mifflin, Garden Spot, Man Cent, Lamp Stras and Cocalico) things should improve in year two.
3 Milton Hershey 9-3
Absolutely loaded with the return of QBs Keonte Lucas (5-10, 175, jr) and Thomas Kassmieh (5-10, 165, sr), RBs Qwasif Shabazz (5-6, 170, jr) and Dontrece Tasker (5-10, 170, jr). Inconsistent last year beating Mid Penn-Capital mates Camp Hill and Steelton Highspire but crushed by CD East 36-7 and upset by Boiling Springs 41-25 setting themselves up for 2nd round disappointing loss to Boone 28-16. Offense likely to improve on 27ppg. At 20ppg, the defense needs to upgrade as well.
4 Cocalico 10-1y
QB Dante Haines (5-11, 160, sr) and Brady Sawyer (5-8.60, jr) both return with RBs D.J. Fabiani and Hunter High with 805 and 721 rush yards respectively. Nice core returning to the D should provide for a good run at it.
5 Susquehanna Township 3-7
Look for a big rebound with QB Ben Moser entering his senior year and third as a starter following Hanna’s first losing season in 6 years (44-19 W/L from 09 to 13). A monster line (265 average) may have the Tribe hanging with fellow Mid Penn Keystone members McDevitt, Cedar Cliff, Lower Dauphin and Red Land. Brutal start of Weiser, Central Dauphin, CD East, Lower Dauphin, Red Land and McDevitt in their first 6 games (phew!) will tell the tale.

Others:
West York 10-2
Could be hurtin with the loss of multi threat QB Stanley Ross Campbell’s 1682rpy and 1474ry! But a big roster, tradition, size and speed allow Bulldogs to compete typically on a regular basis, hanging with the big dogs (2-1 vs 4As Dallastown, Red Lion and Central York) consistently. The Westies may not be at 2014’s level but will represent.
Manheim Central 8-4
OL Coach Dave Hahn replaces one of the great ones in Mike Williams who retired after last season with a 34 year won-loss of 348-75-3, 16 district titles along with a state title in 2003 plus silver in 2004 and 2009. Wow, what a legacy and great coach. Super quick Damon Comacho (5-6, 160, sr) is back after cranking out 1622 yards rushing last year. Big numbers return to the D as well.
Red Land 9-4
Most of the firepower of last year’s group graduated; QB Garrett Scott (1162py, 813ry) and RB Philip Overton (1869ry). Schedule will allow for a 4-0 start and junior Jake Radic (6-2, 180) to settle in with top receiver Hunter Brine (26/456) and Kyle Campbell (16/135). RB Justin Johnson (5-7, 186, jr, 92/562ry) will get the lion’s share of carries behind another athletic (225-235) O-line.

The season is over. Now the real work begins. Make the most of this summer and get a jump on next season.

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Here's a look at where the first round picks attended high school. Not too surprisingly, Florida dominated the selections.


1. Quarterback - Alabama
2. Quarterback - Hawaii
3. Defensive End - Florida
4. Wide Receiver - Florida
5. Offensive tackle - Iowa
6. Defensive End - Florida
7. Wide Receiver - Pennsylvania (Emmaus)
8. Linebacker - Georgia
9. Offensive Tackle - Florida
10. Running Back - North Carolina
11. Cornerback - Wisconsin
12. Nose Tackle - Washington
13. Offensive Tackle - Arizona
14. Wide Receiver - Kentucky
15. Running Back - Wisconsin
16. Cornerback - Maryland
17. Defensive End - California
18. Cornerback - California
19. Offensive Line - Georgia
20. Wide Receiver - Florida
21. Offensive Tackle - Texas
22. Linebacker - Georgia
23. Linebacker - Kansas
24. Offensive Tackle - North Carolina
25. Linebacker - California
26. Wide Receiver - Georgia
27. Cornerback - Connecticut
28. Offensive Line - Illinois
29. Wide Receiver - Florida
30. Safety - Florida
31. Linebacker - North Carolina
32. Defensive Tackle - Texas

In Vegas yesterday, Clinton said she was ready to debate any and all republicans about immigration reform and a clear path to citizenship. I thought there was a clear path in place already. Oh wait, there is. Has been for some time. More pandering to one of the dems bases. Buying votes!!!

you and Chris Christie have a lot in common, you both are islands to yourselves. Looks like everyone has bailed on this message board so have fun talking to yourself and keep that right wing nonsense going, at least everyone remaining on this board will agree with you.

If I am wrong, obama's supporters will surely respond to tell me how this is so.

This was going to be his legacy. And it isn't going to end pretty.

Well, at least there is still the Cuban deal.

He is not President Incapable for nothing.

If unemployment were really that low, wouldn't the growth rate really be 3-4% or better? Could the information be wrong?

Idea. So what is going on at Momessen

we find out that Freddie Gray was trying to injure himself, according to the Washington Post. It is hard to say if the injuries sustained by Gray were all of his own doing, but, if so, we now have had two major incidents that caused massive demonstrations, destruction, and looting and neither one is legitimate.

In case anyone missed it, Eric Holder issued his conclusion several weeks ago on the Ferguson case involving Brown, and, based on eyewitness testimony, Brown, not Wilson, was the aggressor. Yet, when media outlets like NBC report on the case, they still say that Brown was unarmed and they leave out the fact that Holder made his ruling. Pretty sad.

When will the media learn their lesson? The CNN and MSNBC reporting on Monday night was atrocious. So much know-it-all commentary. No wonder the liberals are incapable of providing any leadership in these communities. They don't deal in reality and their ideas are terrible.

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Players in video -
Kenny Robinson (University Prep), Rick Squires (Penn Hills), Miles Sanders (Woodland Hills), James Jackson (Allderdice), D’Andre Swift (St. Joseph’s Prep), JoeJoe Headen (Bishop McDevitt), Mark Webb (Archbishop Wood), Naseir Upshur (Imhotep Charter), Richard Carr (St. Joseph’s Prep) , Darryl Simmons (St. Joseph’s Prep), Charly Timite (Simon Gratz), Johncarlo Valentin (Imhotep Charter), Tymir Oliver (West Catholic) , Robert Hainsey (Gateway), Lamont Wade (Clairton), Therran Coleman (Brashear), Tim Jackson (Allderdice), Paris Ford (Seton-LaSalle)

Is the combine the same format as the camp.heading to Piscataway on the 17th wanted some feedback

If you haven't seen it already, here is a great article written by John Harbaugh

http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news...a5-51ef73e20a9a?campaign=bal:fanshare:twitter

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