The Mahanoy Area (Mahanoy City, PA) varsity football team is set to host Williams Valley (Tower City, PA) in a conference matchup tonight at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Mahanoy Area vs Williams Valley
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Williams Valley Looks to Extend Winning Streak Against Mahanoy Area
Williams Valley (25-26) will travel to Mahanoy City to face Mahanoy Area (25-26) in what promises to be a high-stakes conference clash. After a dominant opening-week victory, the Miners are eager to continue their winning ways, while Mahanoy Area aims to bounce back after a challenging start to the season.
Season Starts and Rankings
Williams Valley enters the matchup with a perfect 1-0 record, boasting an impressive 54-0 win in their season opener. Nationally ranked 3,761 and ranked 143rd in Pennsylvania in Class 7, the Miners have quickly established themselves as a team to watch. Mahanoy Area, on the other hand, is 0-1 after falling 28-0 in their first game. The Huskies are ranked 11,202 nationally and 471st in Pennsylvania in Class 7.
Offensive and Defensive Performance
Williams Valley has shown balanced offensive prowess, averaging 232 rushing yards and 110 passing yards per game for a total of 342 yards per contest. Their scoring has been strong in the first three quarters, putting up 21, 20, and 13 points respectively in their opener. Mahanoy Area struggled offensively last week and is still looking for its first points of the season.
Defensively, Williams Valley has held opponents scoreless in their opener, with linebacker Trevon Bair leading the team with 10 tackles. Their offensive line has been effective, producing two pancake blocks in the first game. Mahanoy Area will need to find answers quickly to avoid being overwhelmed again.
Key Players
For Williams Valley, Fletcher Thompson leads the ground game with 74 rushing yards per game, while quarterback Brady Shomper has contributed 110 passing yards and 181 total yards per game. Evan Achenbach has emerged as a reliable receiving threat with 31 yards per contest.
Mahanoy Area has yet to see standout statistical performances as the season begins, making this matchup a crucial opportunity for their key players to step up.
Common Opponents and Upcoming Schedule
Both teams will face several of the same opponents during the season, including Nativity BVM, Minersville, Tri-Valley, Schuylkill Haven, Panther Valley, Marian Catholic, Shenandoah Valley, and Pine Grove. These matchups will be critical in shaping league standings and potential playoff seeding.
Outlook
Williams Valley’s strong start and statistical dominance position them as favorites in this matchup, but Mahanoy Area will be motivated to defend their home turf and earn their first win. Expect a fast-paced game as Williams Valley looks to build momentum and Mahanoy Area searches for answers on both sides of the ball.
