The Harbor Creek (Harborcreek, PA) varsity football team hosts a non-conference matchup against General McLane (Edinboro, PA) tonight at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Harbor Creek vs General McLane
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

General McLane and Harbor Creek Set for Non-Conference Clash

As the high school football season gains momentum, General McLane and Harbor Creek are gearing up for a home non-conference showdown that promises excitement for fans in the region. Both teams are entering the matchup looking to rebound from opening-week losses.

Season Overview
General McLane (25-26) enters the game with a 0-1 record after scoring 35 points but allowing 56 in their season opener. Ranked 7,447th nationally, 321st in Pennsylvania, and 56th in their class, the Falcons are eager to find consistency on both sides of the ball.

Harbor Creek (25-26) also sits at 0-1 after a 50-14 loss in their first game. The Vikings are ranked 10,529th nationally, 438th in Pennsylvania, and 68th in their class. Their offense struggled to gain traction, scoring just 14 points while conceding 50.

Quarter-by-Quarter Performance
In their first games, General McLane showed strong early momentum, posting 14 points in both the first and second quarters before slowing down. Harbor Creek scored seven points in each of the first two quarters but was unable to sustain drives later in the game.

Statistical Comparison
General McLane has been more productive offensively, averaging 173 rushing yards and 291 passing yards per game for a total of 464 yards. Harbor Creek has averaged 106 rushing yards and 43 passing yards per game, totaling 149 yards. Defensively, Harbor Creek has recorded 50 tackles per game, while General McLane’s tackling data is currently unavailable.

Key Players

• General McLane: Cohen Beachly leads the team with 86 rushing yards per game, while quarterback Matt Caro has thrown for 291 yards. Kyle McConnell contributes 100 receiving yards per game.

• Harbor Creek: Gavin Zillman has been a central figure, leading the team in both rushing (64 yards) and passing (43 yards) and totaling 107 yards of offense per game. Cohen Kent leads the team in tackles with 7.0 per game.

Looking Ahead
The Falcons and Vikings have a number of upcoming matchups that could shape the early standings. General McLane will face Oil City on September 5, Corry on September 19, and Fort LeBoeuf on September 26. Harbor Creek’s upcoming schedule features games against Fort LeBoeuf on October 10 and Corry on October 17.

Both teams are seeking their first win of the season, and this non-conference matchup will be crucial for building momentum. Fans can expect an intense game as General McLane hosts Harbor Creek in what should be a competitive and entertaining contest.