Football Recap: McGuffey Comes Up Short + How To Watch

By Team Reports Sep 30, 2025, 12:17am

Football Recap: McGuffey Highlanders vs. Beaver Bobcats

HOW TO WATCH: This game can be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the PA Interscholastic Athletic Assn. (PIAA) & McGuffey High School. Watch Full Replay

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McGuffey lost against Beaver back in September of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Highlanders were dealt a 42-6 defeat at the hands of the Bobcats. The Highlanders were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-0.

Beaver's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jonah Justice led the charge by rushing for 95 yards and one score on only ten carries. Another back making a difference was Avery Scales, who rushed for 42 yards and three touchdowns.

McGuffey's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Beaver, their win was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-3.

Looking ahead, McGuffey will square off against Hopewell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Highlanders' defense better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 39 points per game this season. As for Beaver, they will host Deer Lakes at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bobcats are facing the Lancers at the right time seeing as the Lancers are stuck on a five-game losing streak.

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