The Franklin Regional (Murrysville, PA) varsity football team welcomes Hempfield Area (Greensburg, PA) for a home non-conference matchup tonight at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Franklin Regional vs Hempfield Area
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Hempfield Area Hosts Franklin Regional in Early Season Clash
The Franklin Regional (Murrysville, PA) varsity football team will travel to face Hempfield Area (Greensburg, PA) in what promises to be an intriguing early-season matchup. Both teams are looking to build momentum as the 2025 season progresses.
Team Records & Rankings
Hempfield Area comes into the contest with a 1-0 record, boasting a 28-23 win in their season opener. The team is ranked 2,849 nationally, 100th in Pennsylvania, and 35th in their class. Franklin Regional, meanwhile, is seeking its first win of the season after a 13-42 loss in Week 1. The Panthers are ranked 3,105 nationally, 112th in Pennsylvania, and 28th in their class.
Scoring & Team Stats
Hempfield Area has shown a balanced scoring attack, putting up 7 points in both the first and second quarters and finishing strong in the fourth with 14 points. Franklin Regional scored 13 points in their opening contest but struggled to contain opponents defensively.
While complete statistical comparisons are not available for Franklin Regional’s first game, Hempfield Area averages 166 rushing yards, 63 passing yards, and 229 total yards per game. Their defense has produced 56 tackles per game and one sack per game.
Key Players
Hempfield Area’s offense is led by standout athlete #17 Jet Taylor, who averages 91 rushing yards and 26 receiving yards per game, contributing to a total of 117 yards per game. Quarterback #7 Dominic Devola adds 63 passing yards per game. On defense, #23 Tommy Verruggio leads the team with six tackles per game, and #20 Kadon Ferrell averages one sack per contest.
Looking Ahead
This matchup will test Franklin Regional’s ability to rebound after a tough opening week and challenge Hempfield Area to maintain their early momentum. The teams share future common opponents such as Kiski Area and Gateway, adding an additional layer of intrigue for fans tracking both schedules.
