Shamokin Area had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They really took it to the Jersey Shore Bulldogs for the full four quarters, racking up a 37-0 victory. Considering the Indians have won ten contests by more than 19 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Leading Shamokin Area to victory were Zakem Clinton and Logan Steele. Clinton rushed for 155 yards and two TDs while picking up 9.7 yards per carry, while Steele rushed for 122 yards and one touchdown on only 12 carries. Clinton's longest rush was for an impressive 60 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Colin Steinhart got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Shamokin Area didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Jersey Shore to a completion percentage of just 50%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from two players: Xavier Paul and Nathan Kaleta, who each logged one passes deflected. Shamokin Area wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 22.2%.
Shamokin Area didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off five passes before the game was over. Steinhart picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown. Shamokin Area received some extra help from Bradley Oxenreider, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
Indians
| 11/07/25 vs Jersey Shore | 37-0 |
| 10/31/25 vs Shikellamy | 37-7 |
| 10/24/25 vs Mount Carmel | 26-21 |
| 10/17/25 vs Loyalsock Township | 42-7 |
| 10/10/25 @ Lewisburg | 38-0 |
| + 7 more games |
The win keeps Shamokin Area at an undefeated 12-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 12.1 points on average this season. As for Jersey Shore, their loss dropped their record down to 8-4.
Looking ahead, Shamokin Area will take on Bellefonte at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jersey Shore does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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