Windber and Northern Bedford County are an even 4-4 against one another since November of 2017, but not for long. The Ramblers will welcome the Panthers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
On Friday, Windber didn't have too much breathing room in their game against Berlin Brothersvalley, but they still walked away with a 14-10 victory.
Ike Serenko
| 09/05/25 @ Tussey Mountain | 9 |
| 09/12/25 vs Meyersdale | 31 |
| 10/03/25 vs Everett | 38 |
| 08/22/25 vs Glendale | 40 |
| 08/29/25 @ Curwensville | 59 |
Windber found their leader in freshman Ike Serenko, who rushed for 134 yards and one TD while picking up 7.9 yards per carry. Those 134 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for Serenko.
Windber's run defense was locked in: Berlin Brothersvalley could only muster 2.5 yards per carry. While one picked up at least three total tackles, Serenko stood above the rest. He rushed for 134 yards and one score while picking up 7.9 yards per carry. Windber didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged 5.6.
Windber's defense didn't let Brady Janidlo, get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for four sacks. Logan Roxby was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself.
Meanwhile, it may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Northern Bedford County ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They won a contest that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by North Star 27-26. The Panthers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Northern Bedford County found their leader in sophomore Trace Baker, who rushed for 88 yards and one touchdown on only seven carries, and also threw for 60 yards and a pair of TDs. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Carter Love, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Windber has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 14.8 points on average over those games. Northern Bedford County's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-7.
Windber beat Northern Bedford County 14-7 in their previous matchup back in November of 2024. Do the Ramblers have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Panthers turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
