Southern Columbia Tigers

From the coal-region streets of Kulpmont to Hollywood’s biggest spotlight, James Madison head coach Bob Chesney has proven that Northeast Pennsylvania football travels well. With Sun Belt Coach of the Year honors in hand and a College Football Playoff run still unfolding, Chesney is now set to bring his blue-collar edge to UCLA, cementing one of the most remarkable coaching ascents in college football.

Southern Columbia found a second quarter spark and never looked back against Selinsgrove. After the Seals jumped out to a 6-0 lead, Olivia Jones and the Tigers put 10 straight points together and took a 16-8 lead into half. Jones continued her solid works in the second half, granting Southern Columbia victory.

A tie game at halftime turned into a statement finish. Southern Columbia used a smothering defense, a burst of back-to-back momentum swings, and a clock-draining ground attack to power past Lansdale Catholic, 24–7, and punch its ticket to a remarkable 23rd PIAA championship appearance.

Since midseason, powerhouses have flexed their dominance, underdogs have stolen headlines, and playoff positioning is starting to take shape. Comparing Week 5 to Week 9, some teams have surged with momentum, while others are scrambling to rediscover their early-season spark. Let’s dive into how the rankings look now — and who’s rising, falling, and holding strong as the postseason looms.

Just when we thought Week 4 had flipped the script, Week 5 rewrote the entire playbook. In true District IV fashion, what looked like a return to order has instead given way to more volatility. Some teams solidified their status, others crumbled under pressure, and a few dark horses have suddenly become impossible to ignore. Comparing Week 4 to Week 5, it’s clear: the only constant in this season is change.

District IV may have its favorites, but in this wild 2025 season, nothing is guaranteed once the lights come on Friday night.

If Week 1 served as a wake-up call, Week 2 shook the very foundation of the District IV football landscape. While some teams solidified their places, others saw their early momentum derailed—and new contenders have stormed into the spotlight.

As the dust settles on Week 1 of the high school football season, the District IV landscape has already seen its share of surprises, shakeups, and statement wins. The preseason rankings gave us a glimpse of potential, but now that the pads are popping and the games are official, it's clear some teams came out swinging—while others have ground to make up.

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Riverside wasted no time making a statement in the PIAA 3A state tournament, jumping out to a commanding lead and never looking back in a dominant 77-54 win over Southern Columbia. Behind Nico Antoniacci’s 23-point explosion and Gerry Roses 18-point effort, the Vikings rained down nine three-pointers and controlled the tempo from start to finish. A 21-9 first-quarter surge set the tone, and a 20-point third quarter put the game out of reach. With their offense clicking, Riverside now turns its attention to the next challenge, Overbrook in the second round.

As we head into Week 10 of the District 4 high school football season, the Small School Top 10 rankings continue to highlight the competitive nature of the region.

As we transition from Week 6 to Week 7 in District 4’s Small School Top 10 rankings, powered by Coach Hazlet, there have been some notable changes driven by key performances and pivotal matchups. The rankings reflect a dynamic competition among the top teams, with several making significant moves either up or down the list.

Week 5 brought plenty of excitement and upsets in District 4 small schools, and the rankings going into Week 6 reflect those significant results. Here’s a breakdown of how the key performances from Week 5 affected the SportzWire Small School Top 10 rankings for Week 6.

Week 4 of high school football in District 4 brought about significant changes in the Small School Top 10 rankings, as several key matchups reshaped the competitive landscape. Southern Columbia, a perennial powerhouse, experienced a surprising drop, while Troy and Danville continue to rise as serious contenders. Here’s a breakdown of how the games unfolded and what they mean for the rankings.