Pennsylvania high school football enters Week 5

High school football in Pennsylvania enters Week 5, featuring several marquee matchups and standout individual performances.

In the Lehigh Valley, undefeated Lehighton and No. 9 ranked Southern Lehigh are set to face off in a Colonial League Division 2 contest. Lehighton is led by running back Lukas Crozier, while Southern Lehigh features quarterback Colton Sams, who has recorded over 1,000 passing yards this season. Other notable matchups include No. 18 South Fayette facing No. 7 Upper St. Clair.

In Western Pennsylvania, several WPIAL players are drawing attention. Kaden Bailey of Freedom is currently the WPIAL’s leading scorer with 15 touchdowns. Other players to watch include Mars receiver Brady Brennan, Moon quarterback Cristiano Kinol, and Avonworth running back Dimitri Velisaris, who recently recorded 208 rushing yards in a victory over New Castle.