Shamokin Area is on a three-game streak of home wins, while Loyalsock Township is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Indians will host the Lancers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Shamokin Area's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
Shamokin Area's defense heads into the matchup hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Lewisburg 38-0. Considering the Indians have won seven games by more than 19 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Shamokin Area's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Zakem Clinton, who rushed for 95 yards and one score.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Shamokin Area was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 301 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 194 rushing yards in nine consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Loyalsock Township hadn't beaten Danville on the road since August 30, 2019 but that history sure didn't bother them on Friday. The Lancers enjoyed a cozy 34-20 win over the Ironmen.
Shamokin Area better keep an eye on Jalil Coates. He was instrumental in Loyalsock Township's win, rushing for 184 yards and three touchdowns, while also picking up 35 receiving yards and one TD.
Loyalsock Township didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Danny Dowell.
Shamokin Area's victory bumped their record up to 8-0. As for Loyalsock Township, their win bumped their record up to 5-3.
Friday's matchup might be decided on the ground. Shamokin Area has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 305.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Loyalsock Township struggles in that department as they've been averaging 184.8 rushing yards. There's a good chance Friday's game turns into a tough fight on the ground.
Everything came up roses for Shamokin Area against Loyalsock Township in their previous meeting back in October of 2024, as the squad secured a 48-7 victory. In that contest, the Indians amassed a halftime lead of 41-0, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Friday.
