The North East (PA) varsity football team hosts a conference matchup against Harbor Creek (Harborcreek, PA) tonight at 7:00 PM.
Game Details:
Teams: Harbor Creek vs North East
Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Location: North East High School
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Don’t miss the action as North East takes on Harbor Creek at home!
North East Looks to Extend Winning Streak Against Harbor Creek
As the high school football season unfolds, the North East (PA) varsity team prepares for a pivotal conference matchup against Harbor Creek (Harborcreek, PA). Both teams enter the game with contrasting starts to their 2025-26 campaigns, setting the stage for an exciting showdown.
Current Records & Rankings
Harbor Creek has struggled early this season, sitting at 0-2 overall, with one home loss and one defeat on the road. They rank 10,848th nationally, 453rd in Pennsylvania, and 69th in their class. The team has scored just 14 points while conceding 78, leaving fans eager for a turnaround.
In stark contrast, North East has started the season undefeated at 2-0, boasting a 1-0 record both at home and on the road. Nationally, they rank 7,917th, 327th in the state, and 48th in their class. The Eagles have been dominant offensively and defensively, scoring 84 points while allowing only 25.
Scoring Trends
North East has averaged an impressive 42 points per game, with particularly strong second and fourth quarters, scoring 20.5 and 13.5 points per game, respectively. Harbor Creek has struggled to generate offense, averaging just 7 points per game, primarily in the first half.
Statistical Comparison
The teams’ statistical profiles further highlight the gap. North East averages 295.5 total yards per game compared to Harbor Creek’s 135.0. They excel in both the running and passing game, with 133.0 rushing yards and 162.5 passing yards per contest. Defensively, North East is equally impressive, averaging 82.5 tackles and 4 sacks per game. Harbor Creek’s defense has allowed 32.5 points per game and has yet to record a sack.
Key Players
North East’s offense is led by quarterback Bryson Galloway, who averages 157 passing yards and 69 rushing yards per game, totaling 226 yards of offense. Receiver Carter Crozier contributes 70 receiving yards and 15 points per game, making him a constant scoring threat. On defense, Pascal Laporte leads the team with 14 tackles per game and contributes to the pass rush with an average of one sack per game.
Harbor Creek’s main offensive threat is Gavin Zillman, who averages 75 rushing yards and 24.5 passing yards per game, totaling nearly 100 yards of offense per contest. Thomas Gunther leads in receiving with 12 yards per game, while Landon Demarall averages 7 tackles per game.
Looking Ahead
Both teams have upcoming matchups against common opponents, including Fairview, Girard, and Corry, offering a glimpse at potential playoff implications. North East has shown dominance in both league and non-league play, while Harbor Creek is still searching for its first win.
The matchup promises to test Harbor Creek’s resilience against a North East team firing on all cylinders. Fans can expect a competitive contest, though North East’s combination of explosive offense and stout defense positions them as the favorite.
