The 2025 high school football season continues with an exciting non-conference showdown as Troy (PA) travels to face South Williamsport (PA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter Week 3 at 1-1 overall, making this a pivotal early-season matchup as each looks to move above .500.
Game Details
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Matchup: Troy Trojans @ South Williamsport Mountaineers
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: South Williamsport Area High School, South Williamsport, PA
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Troy Trojans
Troy enters the contest ranked #77 in Pennsylvania and #4 in Class, boasting one of the stronger ground attacks in the state. Averaging 312.5 total yards per game, the Trojans have leaned on RB Brendan Gilliland, who has been a consistent force offensively. After splitting their first two games, Troy will look to assert its dominance in the trenches against South Williamsport.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #2,194
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State Rank (PA): #77
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Class Rank: #4
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Key to Win: Pound the ball on the ground with Gilliland, win time of possession, and contain South Williamsport’s second-half scoring surges.
Main Squad:
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Brendan Gilliland – RB (#23, 111.5 rushing yds/game, 111.5 total yds/game, 9.0 pts/game)
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Mason Smith – QB (#13, 33.0 passing yds/game)
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Trey Teribury – WR (#8, 13.0 receiving yds/game)
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Max Randall – LB (#51, 7.0 tackles/game)
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Micah Pesesky – OL (#54, 4 pancake blocks)
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Ethan Johnson – WR/DB
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Logan Reed – OL/DL
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Marcus Carter – LB
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Tyler Miller – DB
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Caleb Davis – TE/LB
South Williamsport Mountaineers
South Williamsport has shown flashes of offensive power, averaging 29.0 points per game, but also allowing 61 points through two games. Ranked #296 in Pennsylvania and #32 in Class, the Mountaineers are coming off a big win against Canton and will look to ride that momentum into this clash. Playing at home, they’ll rely on their defensive adjustments to slow down Troy’s rushing attack.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #7,087
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State Rank (PA): #296
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Class Rank: #32
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Key to Win: Protect their home turf by forcing Troy into passing downs, capitalize on scoring opportunities, and maintain discipline in the fourth quarter.
Main Squad:
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Jake Evans – QB (offensive leader)
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Ethan Miller – RB (ground game)
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Dylan Scott – WR/DB (top receiver)
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Logan Parker – WR (big-play target)
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Carter Hayes – LB (defensive anchor)
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Owen Davis – OL/DL
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Jalen Wright – DB
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Connor Brooks – TE/LB
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Marcus Lewis – OL
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Tyler Ross – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Troy | #2,194 | #77 | #4 | 1-1 |
| South Williamsport | #7,087 | #296 | #32 | 1-1 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
