News Summary
This weekend, 134 high school football games are scheduled in the Philadelphia metro area, featuring key matchups among Pennsylvania’s top-ranked teams. Central Bucks South faces Central Bucks West, while games begin Thursday and carry through Saturday, highlighting must-watch contests and promising excitement for local fans eager to follow their favorite teams.
Philadelphia, PA – A total of 134 high school football games are scheduled in the Philadelphia metro area from Thursday, September 18, to Saturday, September 20. This weekend promises to be thrilling for local football fans, with key matchups featuring some of Pennsylvania’s top-ranked teams.
Among the highly anticipated games, Central Bucks South will take on Central Bucks West on Friday night. This match is expected to attract significant attention as both teams strive to enhance their standings.
Thursday’s Games
The weekend kicks off with eleven games on Thursday, September 18. Noteworthy matchups include:
- Willingboro (1-1) vs Gloucester City (2-0) at 6:00 PM
- Edison/Fareira (3-0) vs Vaux (2-2) at 3:00 PM
- Bristol (3-1) vs Renaissance Academy (0-4) at 4:00 PM
Additional games scheduled on Thursday at 6:00 PM include:
- Cumberland (2-0) vs St. Joseph (1-0)
- Riverside (2-0) vs Burlington City (3-0)
- Buena (1-1) vs Holy Cross Prep Academy (2-0)
- Atlantic County Institute of Tech (1-0) vs Triton (1-1)
- Octorara Area (3-1) vs Twin Valley (4-0)
Moreover, at 7:00 PM, more games will take place:
- Pitman (0-2) vs Haddon Township (0-1)
- Deptford (2-0) vs Bridgeton (1-1)
- Harry S. Truman (0-4) vs Council Rock North (0-4)
Friday’s Matchups
Friday, September 19, will feature an impressive 95 games, with 21 of those showcasing ranked teams. Key contests to watch include:
- Winslow Township (1-1) vs St. Augustine Prep (2-0) at 6:00 PM
- Other games at 3:00 PM:
- West Philadelphia (1-2) vs Simon Gratz (0-4)
- Overbrook (1-2) vs Samuel Fels (1-3)
- Olney (1-2) vs KIPP DuBois Collegiate Academy (1-2)
Many games will kick off at 6:00 PM, including:
- Rancocas Valley (3-0) vs Shawnee (1-1)
- Camden (2-0) vs Holy Spirit (1-1)
- Washington Township (2-0) vs Millville (0-2)
Critical matchups are also slated for 7:00 PM:
- Haddonfield (1-1) vs Seneca (2-0)
- Owen J. Roberts (4-0) vs Perkiomen Valley (2-2)
- North Penn (3-1) vs Pennridge (4-0)
- Parkland (4-0) vs Nazareth (4-0)
Saturday’s Action
Saturday, September 20, rounds out the weekend with 28 games, including five featuring ranked teams. Highlights include:
- Our Lady of Good Counsel (3-0) vs St. Joseph’s Prep (0-3) at 7:00 PM
- Earlier in the day, notable games include:
- Woodstown (1-1) vs Woodbury (0-3) at 11:00 AM
- Hamilton West (2-1) vs Princeton (2-1) at 11:00 AM
- Glassboro (2-0) vs Salem (1-2) at 12:00 PM
Additionally, other Saturday matchups include:
- Archbishop Carroll (2-2) vs Archbishop Wood (1-3) at 1:00 PM
- Chester (4-0) vs Dunbar (0-1) at 1:00 PM
Fans can follow all games live on the Philadelphia Metro High School Football Scoreboard, ensuring they stay updated on all the latest action as the weekend unfolds.
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- Inquirer: Top High School Football Programs
- High School Football America: Philadelphia Catholic League Overview
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: High School Football Philadelphia
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
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