Warrior Run Defenders

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.

Coach's Health and Fitness Preseason District 4 Rankings: District IV football is loaded with talent and tradition from top to bottom. Whether it’s the returning champs or hungry underdogs, this season promises plenty of fireworks on Friday nights. Buckle up.

Mifflinburg struck first in the second inning, as Kaiden Kmett crossed the plate to give the Wildcats a 1-0 lead. But that would be the only offense Mifflinburg could muster against Warrior Run ace Landon Polcyn, who delivered a dominant performance on the mound. Polcyn went the distance, pitching all seven innings while striking out 10 and allowing just two hits to secure the win for the Defenders.

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.