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October 7, 2026 | Justin Bradley

Nate’s Picks: The Playoff Push Begins in District 2

October football is here, and so is the urgency. With four weeks remaining before the postseason, Nate Johns comes off a 14-3 week and puts his 87-28 season record on the line with 17 picks across District 2.

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October 5, 2026 | Justin Bradley

AOTW: McDermott Making His Mark Among District 2’s Top Quarterbacks

Holy Redeemer quarterback Brady McDermott added 270 yards and four touchdowns to an already impressive season Saturday night. With McDermott among District 2’s top passing performers and Josh Grochowski leading the district’s receivers, the Royals have developed one of the area’s most productive connections.

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October 4, 2026 | SportzWire

McDermott Deals as Holy Redeemer Takes Down Holy Cross, 39-14

Brady McDermott threw for 270 yards and four touchdowns as Holy Redeemer grabbed control early and never let go, powering past Holy Cross 39-14 Saturday night at King’s College.

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October 3, 2026 | Justin Bradley

Grab the Rope: Lakeland Outlasts Riverside 33-20 in Emotional Battle of Unbeatens

Lakeland built a 21-point lead, weathered a furious Riverside push and responded through an emotional fourth quarter to remain unbeaten. Luke McFarland scored three times as the Chiefs moved to 6-0 with a 33-20 rivalry win.

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October 3, 2026 | Justin Bradley

Lions Break Through: Lackawanna Trail Holds Off Old Forge for First Win, 21-14

The wait is over for Lackawanna Trail. The Lions built a 21-point advantage and survived a furious fourth-quarter push from Old Forge to secure their first victory of the season, 21-14.

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