The Penns Manor (Clymer, PA) varsity football team hosts a conference matchup against Conemaugh Valley (Johnstown, PA) tonight at 7:00 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Penns Manor vs Conemaugh Valley
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Conemaugh Valley and Penns Manor Set for Early-Season Showdown

The Conemaugh Valley (Johnstown, PA) and Penns Manor (Clymer, PA) varsity football teams are preparing for a key conference matchup, each looking to rebound from opening-week losses. Both squads enter the contest with 0-1 records, aiming to establish momentum as the season gets underway.

Team Overviews

Conemaugh Valley ranks 12,783 nationally, 529th in Pennsylvania, and is a Class 69 school. They suffered a heavy opening-week defeat against Marion Center, falling 45-6. The team averages 156 passing yards and 156 receiving yards per game but has struggled on the ground, posting a negative 2 rushing yards per game. Defensively, the squad records 56 tackles per game and currently has no sacks on the season.

Penns Manor, ranked 9,662 nationally, 405th in Pennsylvania, and a Class 32 program, also enters the matchup after a tough 33-0 road loss to River Valley. The Mustangs are averaging just 14 passing and receiving yards per game, with 72 rushing yards per contest. Their defense has tallied 71 tackles per game and 1 sack, though the team has yet to score this season.

Key Players

Conemaugh Valley will rely on quarterback Xzavior Tatum, who has thrown for 129 yards and contributed 114 total yards per game. Running back Connor Szarka adds 6 yards per contest on the ground, while Ayden Healey leads the receiving corps with 52 yards per game. On defense, Eric Korhut leads the team with 8 tackles per game.

Penns Manor looks to quarterback Tyler Cooper, who has 14 passing yards per game, and running back Justin Vojtek, who averages 62 rushing yards. Seth McCracken leads the Mustangs in receiving with 14 yards per contest. Defensively, Dylan Depp is a standout with 22 tackles per game, and Brady Lewis leads in sacks with 1.

Statistical Comparison

The matchup features contrasting styles: Conemaugh Valley leans on its passing game, while Penns Manor relies on the run. Valley has outgained the Mustangs in total yardage (156 to 86) and has averaged 6 points per game, while Penns Manor is still searching for its first score.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced Marion Center to start the season. Conemaugh Valley lost 45-6, while Penns Manor has a similar struggle on the schedule against River Valley. Looking ahead, both squads will meet several mutual opponents, including Portage, Northern Cambria, and United Valley co-op, which could play a role in shaping the league standings.

Looking Ahead

Friday night’s contest is more than just a game—it’s an opportunity for both programs to find their footing. Conemaugh Valley will look to establish a balanced attack and tighten its defense, while Penns Manor will aim to spark its offense and avoid a two-game slide. With both teams still searching for their first wins, expect an intense battle on the gridiron.