Podcasts about class 1a

It's the most wonderful time of year. No, it's not Christmas. It's the WPIAL football championships, with finals in Class 4A and Class 6A slated for Saturday at Pine-Richland. After analyzing the ramifications of the PIAA biennial realignment on football conferences, our Post-Gazette High School insiders Keith Barnes and Mike White delve into the matchups as McKeesport and running back Kemon Spell, who have been to the finals each of the last two years, hope to avenge a 2023 finals loss to the Quips, who have been bolstered by the return of quarterback Marques Council. In the Class 6A final, familiar foes meet as defending champion Central Catholic once again squares off with North Allegheny. They then look deeply at the Friday slate of eight semifinal matchups in Class 1A, Class 2A, Class 3A and Class 5A, featuring rematches from the regular season from Western Hills Conference foes Avonworth-North Catholic and Peters Township-Upper St. Clair from the Allegheny Six. As a bonus, they look at the PIAA Class 1A game featuring Westinghouse and District 5 champion Meyersdale Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Northwest Upstate Illini Conference and the Western Illinois Valley Conference are already stealing the headlines in the Class 1A postseason. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 1A playoffs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

The Royals of Watertown are making their first ever trip to the state tournament and they are a win away from the state title game. Find out about this amazing ride from Royals first year head coach Dan Menk on The WCCO Morning News.

The Royals of Watertown are making their first ever trip to the state tournament and they are a win away from the state title game. Find out about this amazing ride from Royals first year head coach Dan Menk on The WCCO Morning News.

There's always the usual suspects in 1A, but some new names look poised to potentially crash that party. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 1A playoffs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

Going down to Belleville Althoff and losing last year is something Kaneland senior lineman Jake Buckley hasn't forgotten. That made Friday's 55-28 victory in Maple Park even sweeter. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

A Roxana High School proposal that would expand the playoffs and provide a regional schedule model has released regional mockups for smaller schools programs (Class 1A and 2A). See the proposed regions here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

Heading into the final weekend of the WPIAL football regular season, high school insiders Keith Barnes and Mike White tell you who should be the top seeds in each classification. Should Aliquippa get one of the two wild card playoffs spots in Class 4A and should Clairton or Fort Cherry get the No. 1 seed in Class 1A? Mohawk's Bobby Fadden is a five-sport athlete who has made WPIAL football history and is one of our Shining Stars. And who wins this week's big games of Westinghouse vs. University Prep (Pittsburgh City League championship), Steel Valley at South Allegheny, Montour at West Allegheny, Washington at Seton LaSalle, California at Jefferson-Morgan and North Catholic at Hopewell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Flanagan-Cornell/Woodland and Dwight football teams picked up win No. 5 on the season on Friday, while Serena boys soccer topped Earlville in Class 1A regional play. Plus, more results from around the Times area.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

They share a last name, a hunger for sacks, and a mission to dominate under the Friday night lights

Join us on "This Week in High School Baseball" for an in-depth look at the Southeast Iowa high school baseball playoffs. Hosted by our team of experts and sponsored by Westerdrug of Muscatine and other local businesses, this episode takes listeners on a journey through the playoff brackets, highlighting key matchups and potential upsets. Sports editor Andy Krutsinger from the Southeast Iowa Union shares his insights on the competition. We'll hear about standout teams like Sigourney, New London, and Cardinal, along with their star players and season highlights. With detailed discussions on Class 1A to 3A brackets, listeners will get a comprehensive overview of what to expect in the thrilling weeks ahead. Whether you're a dedicated fan or new to the sport, this episode offers an engaging exploration of local high school baseball, filled with expert analysis and insider information. Tune in as we delve into each division, spotlight key games, and debate the outcomes of these exciting playoff matchups.

The semifinals are in the books, and the stage is set for a massive Friday finale. In 1A, Van Meter edged Regina 1-0, while West Sioux shut out Hudson 2-0 to earn their shot at the title. Over in 2A, Bishop Heelan put on a clinic with a 7-0 win over Williamsburg, and Gilbert battled past Webster City 1-0. We break down the highlights, key performances, and what to expect when the trophies are on the line.

After the Middletown High boys lacrosse teams authored one of the most improbable comebacks in state finals history to claim its first championship, coach Dominic Ceresini, junior midfielder Ryan McLister and sophomore goalie Calvin Smith are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. The guys chat with host Greg Swatek about their improbable 9-8 victory over Fallston High School in the Class 1A championship game at Stevenson University, during which they overcame a 7-0 halftime deficit and 8-1 deficit with about 15 minutes to play. Had they given up hope? When did they think a comeback was even possible? What were they thinking once the game ended and they had actually won? The guys also talk about what made the team so resilient. After starting the season 0-4, the Knights didn't lose again. They won 15 straight on the way to the state championship. What turned the season around? Where did the team's resolve and never-give-up attitude come from? Lastly, what does the team's future look like? Will they be in position to win another championship next spring? Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about Middletown's amazing comeback, which he covered for the paper, his recent vacation to the Outer Banks in North Carolina and the start of the Frederick Keys season.

The 2025 girls state tournament kicked off with a bang—goals, drama, and a few surprises along the way. From Xavier's ten-goal masterclass to Centennial and Waukee surviving from the spot, the quarterfinals delivered across all three classes. We break down the standout performances, smooth finishes, and what each result means heading into the semifinals.

In this episode, we break down the thrilling quarterfinal matchups from the 2025 Iowa Boys State Soccer Tournament. From dominant performances to nail-biting penalty shootouts, we cover all the action across Classes 1A through 4A. Highlights include Johnston's commanding 5-0 victory over Dowling Catholic, Cedar Rapids Washington's dramatic PK win against Dallas Center-Grimes, and Gilbert's double-overtime triumph over Knoxville. Tune in as we analyze each game's pivotal moments and set the stage for the upcoming semifinals at Mediacom Stadium.  

La Center High School's baseball team has made school history by reaching the final four of the Class 1A state tournament this week, joined by other local teams in boys soccer and track and field. Listen in for a deep dive into this weekend's high school sports championships and how these young athletes are making memories that will last a lifetime. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/high-school-sports-la-center-baseball-celebrating-historic-run-to-final-four/ #LaCenterBaseball #HighSchoolSports #PaulValencia #StateChampionships #FinalFour #ColumbiaRiver #KingsWayChristian #TrackAndField #Bellingham #ClarkCountyToday

After reaching the Class 4A girls lacrosse state final for the second consecutive season, head coach Ryan Hines, senior midfielder Cora Betten and senior defender Helaina Cullum are this week's guests on The Final Score podcast. The Hawks are bidding to become the first state girls lacrosse champions from Frederick County. To do it, they must beat four-time reigning champion Broadneck, the team they narrowly lost to in last year's state final. Hines, Betten and Cullum chat with host Greg Swatek about what it will take to knock off Broadneck and what it would mean to them to make history as Frederick County's first girls lacrosse state champs. They also talk about the journey back to another state final and the things that make this particular team unique. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy joins Greg to talk about all of the action in the state playoffs, including Middletown's improbable comeback to win the Class 1A boys lacrosse state championship, Urbana baseball's wild 13-inning win in the state semifinals and Catoctin softball trying to send star pitcher Taylor Smith out with a state title.

Will the Wild blow a late season lead and miss the playoffs just like the Twins did? The boys breakdown the odds. Later in the show (26:58) Matt chats with Jake Useldinger. Jake is an assistant coach for the East Grand Forks GreenWave varsity boys hockey team who recently won the MSHSL State Championship for Class 1A. Jake talks about the championship run and the experience of winning state at the X.Send us a text