Friday Night Charge: Rose Runs Wild, Hartshorn Ices Prep, and NEPA Shines in Week 7

By: Justin Bradley | Sportzwire | October 9, 2025 | Photo courtesy Sportzwire

Week 7 across District 2 was everything Friday night football should be — rivalry drama, powerhouse performances, and communities coming together under the lights. From Riverside’s aerial fireworks to a kicker’s ice-cold finish in a rivalry classic, SportzWire’s featured athletes and programs delivered a week loaded with highlight-reel moments and local pride.

Backed by SportzWire’s community sponsors, here’s how Week 7 unfolded.

Electric Performer of the Week

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Riverside quarterback Brayden Rose lit up the night sky in a 58–6 statement win over Holy Cross. The Vikings’ playmaker was unstoppable, rushing for 87 yards and 4 touchdowns while adding 150 yards and 2 more scores through the air. Six total touchdowns, a home crowd roaring, and another reminder why Rose has become one of District 2’s most electrifying athletes.

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Halftime Highlight

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At Scranton Memorial Stadium, Friday night turned into a moving tribute as the Scranton Knights hosted their annual Salute to Service night. The team debuted custom camo jerseys, the cheer squad rocked military tees, and the band kept the energy rolling with patriotic anthems that echoed across the stands.

The student section was electric, and the night became a celebration of unity, gratitude, and community, honoring those who serve while showcasing the true heart of high school sports.

📸 Photography: Baylee Burkhardt Media

Pile Driver of the Week

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The Delaware Valley Warriors offensive line left no doubt who owned the trenches in Week 7. Facing Long Island Lutheran, DV’s front five set the tone from the opening whistle, paving the way for 337 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns, while protecting for another 200 yards and 2 passing scores.

It was a dominant, disciplined, and relentless effort that powered the Warriors to a 55–34 win.

Portfolio Player of the Week

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Montrose’s Sawyer Aukema was the definition of heart and determination in a thrilling 30–25 comeback victory over Holy Redeemer. Aukema rushed 23 times for 217 yards and a touchdown, added a two-point conversion, and sealed the win with a 20-yard interception return for a touchdown.

Every carry mattered, every snap counted — and the senior delivered a full return on effort.

Cold As Ice Player of the Week

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Few plays this season have been colder or louder than Jack Hartshorn’s game-winner for Abington Heights. With just 11 seconds left, the junior kicker nailed a 30-yard field goal to lift the Comets past his former team, Scranton Prep, in a rivalry showdown that came down to the final seconds.

Calm, clutch, and fearless — Hartshorn showed what it means to have ice in your veins.

House Call of the Week

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When Wyoming Valley West needed big plays, John Richards answered. The Spartan wideout hauled in six catches for 211 yards and two long touchdowns, a 69-yard strike from Damien Eastman and a 62-yard bomb from Preston Sninsky in a battle against Dallas.

Richards proved why big-time receivers make big-time house calls.

📸 Photography: Frank Lauri Photography

Drip of the Week

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Sam Kelley of the Dallas Mountaineers had the look and the production in a breakout performance that turned heads. Outfitted in full Jordan gear from gloves to cleats, Kelley looked every bit the part of a highlight star and played like one too, rushing for 180 yards and 4 touchdowns on 21 carries in a 35–13 win over Valley West.

Style met substance, and Kelley proved that confidence translates to results.

Closing Thoughts

Week 7 across District 2 had everything: a freshman phenom lighting up the scoreboard, an ice-cold kick sealing a rivalry win, trenches that dominated, and school pride shining brighter than the lights themselves. From Riverside’s explosive offense to Scranton’s salute to service, SportzWire captured the energy and emotion that define high school football in NEPA.

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