The James Buchanan (Mercersburg, PA) varsity football team hosts a conference matchup against Susquenita (Duncannon, PA) tonight at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: James Buchanan vs Susquenita
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

James Buchanan Looks to Extend Winning Streak Against Susquenita

The James Buchanan High School (Mercersburg, PA) varsity football team is set to host Susquenita (Duncannon, PA) in what promises to be an intriguing conference matchup. After a dominant opening performance this season, the Golden Eagles are riding high with a 1-0 record, while the Warriors look to rebound following a tough 0-1 start.

Early Season Performance
James Buchanan opened the season with an impressive 60-13 victory, showcasing a balanced attack that overwhelmed their opponent. Quarterback Josh Kimmel contributed 44 passing yards, while running back Alex Brake led the ground game with 123 rushing yards. Defensively, the Golden Eagles limited their opponents to just 13 points while recording 2.5 sacks.

Susquenita, meanwhile, fell 49-21 in their season opener. Running back Jacob Brown accounted for much of the team’s production, amassing 137 rushing yards and 8 points, but the Warriors struggled to contain their opponent, giving up 60 points in the first half alone.

Statistical Matchup
The Golden Eagles’ offense is heavily ground-oriented, averaging 283 rushing yards per game compared to just 44 passing yards. Susquenita relies more on the air attack, averaging 109 passing and receiving yards per game but only 94 rushing yards. Overall, James Buchanan leads in total yards per game with 327 to Susquenita’s 203.

Defensively, James Buchanan has been stingy, allowing just 2 points per game, while Susquenita has conceded 21 points per outing. Tackling efficiency also favors the Golden Eagles, who average 49 tackles per game versus the Warriors’ 78.

Key Players

• James Buchanan: Alex Brake (#5) leads the team in rushing with 123 yards per game. Brock Martin (#18) contributes 25 receiving yards and 2 sacks, while Hunter Egli (#44) adds 6 tackles and 2 points per game.

• Susquenita: Jacob Brown (#4) has been the focal point, leading in rushing, total yards, tackles, and scoring. Quarterback Rex Wilson (#8) has contributed 109 passing yards per game, with Andy Herrera (#13) adding 85 receiving yards.

Looking Ahead
Both teams have several common opponents lined up, including Camp Hill, Newport, Juniata, Halifax, and Upper Dauphin Area, giving fans a glimpse of how the season might unfold. James Buchanan enters this matchup with confidence, aiming to remain undefeated, while Susquenita will be looking to even their record and gain momentum in conference play.

Kickoff is set for [insert date/time if known], with James Buchanan hosting at their home field. With contrasting styles—James Buchanan’s ground dominance against Susquenita’s aerial attack—fans can expect an exciting showdown.