The 2025 high school football season continues with a Central League conference matchup as Haverford (Havertown, PA) visits Penncrest (Media, PA) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to establish themselves in league play, with Haverford riding early momentum and Penncrest hungry to bounce back on their home turf.
Game Details
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Matchup: Haverford (PA) @ Penncrest (PA)
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Penncrest High School, Media, PA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Haverford Fords
The Fords have started strong at 2-0 overall and 1-0 in conference play, boasting a balanced attack and a defense that has allowed just 14 points through two weeks. Ranked #2,426 nationally, #84 in Pennsylvania, and #32 in Class 6A, Haverford looks poised to compete near the top of the Central League this fall.
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2025 Record: 2-0 (1-0 Conference)
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National Rank: #2,426
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State Rank (PA): #84
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Class Rank: #32
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Points For: 63
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Points Allowed: 14
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Key to Win: Keep control of the trenches, continue defensive dominance, and pressure Penncrest’s young offense into mistakes.
Main Squad:
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Connor Bradley – QB
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Liam O’Donnell – RB
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Marcus Rivera – WR/DB
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Ethan Kelly – LB
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Dylan Harrington – OL/DL
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Sean O’Rourke – DB
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Luke Stevenson – WR
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Ryan Gallagher – TE/LB
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Cole Matthews – OL
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Brandon Hicks – DL
Penncrest Lions
The Lions enter Week 3 at 1-1 overall and 0-1 in conference play, coming off a tough 35-0 loss to Strath Haven. Ranked #5,116 nationally, #193 in Pennsylvania, and #49 in Class 5A, Penncrest will need to establish consistency on both sides of the ball to stay competitive in league action. With home-field advantage, they’ll aim to slow down Haverford’s fast start.
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2025 Record: 1-1 (0-1 Conference)
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National Rank: #5,116
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State Rank (PA): #193
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Class Rank: #49
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Points For: 40
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Points Allowed: 53
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Key to Win: Establish the running game early, protect QB play with solid line blocking, and limit Haverford’s explosive scoring drives.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Carter – QB
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Malik Robinson – RB/DB
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Evan Smith – WR
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Tyler James – LB/FB
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Noah Franklin – WR/DB
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Chris Montgomery – OL/DL
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Daniel Ortiz – DB
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Landon Green – WR
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Owen Miller – TE/LB
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Jackson Wells – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record | Conference | Points For | Points Against |
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| Haverford | #2,426 | #84 | #32 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 63 | 14 |
| Penncrest | #5,116 | #193 | #49 | 1-1 | 0-1 | 40 | 53 |
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.
