Week 9 Scores
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Clemens ran for 165 and had another 40+ receiving plus his D and game winning FG. The final drive, with 1:33 on the clock and no timeouts, was the best I’ve ever seen West execute the two minute offense. I think all the yardage on that drive except maybe a two yard catch by the TE for a first down was by Clemens. Dick Beck called him one of the best players in the state after the game.
Getting speedster Devin McGowan healthy and back involved in the offense was huge. 4 carries for 60 yards and a long KO return. A huge hit on the North Penn QB to keep him out of the end zone by one of West’s undersized DBs in the 4th quarter was a big turning point in the game. They scored on the next play but he didn’t return for NP’s final two drives which were both three and out. West defense held them to under 150 total yards.
McGowan looked healthy for the first time all year (he’s played on and off) and West also got back Chris Hutchinson, Vance Morelli and Jake Ambuster. Starting guards were still out, but without them West has still run for around 700 yards the last two weeks. If they can continue to get healthier they’re a tough out in Districts.
Clemens is one of the best in the state for sure. He is so damn tough and has that it factor . Very talented .
Strath Haven 55 vs Lower Merion 6
This should get Haven 1st place in D1.
Springfield is next and they're impressive.
This should get Haven 1st place in D1.
Springfield is next and they're impressive.
This looks to be a really intriguing 5A tournament, with some great rematches down the road.
This game could be an indication of a district final if both teams end up 1 and 2 and winning playoff games. We had a similar situation in 2010 playing Springfield in the 2nd round of the playoffs. I didn't calculate the points scenario for this game, but I wouldn't be surprise if it's close. I haven't seen any other games outside the Central league so who knows, both teams could be eliminated in the playoffs.
Anyway, good luck to all the teams this week and injury free football.
