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Defending Champs Northwestern Lehigh Face Southern Lehigh in Quarterfinals

11/23/2025

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Summary

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On November 22, 2025, Northwestern Lehigh and Southern Lehigh will compete in the PIAA football quarterfinals for a spot in the state semifinals.
Northwestern Lehigh is the defending Class 3A champion and enters with a 13-0 record.
Scranton Prep stands at 8-5.
Southern Lehigh is 12-1 and will face Shamokin, 13-0.
Sean Steckert of Southern Lehigh rushed for 277 yards and five touchdowns in the District 11 championship.

History

Historical Context

In 1988, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) established a formal championship structure for high school football, transitioning from a points-based system that had been in place since 1885. This change led to over 500 schools competing annually, fostering a competitive spirit exemplified by teams like Northwestern Lehigh and Southern Lehigh, which continue to thrive in this legacy of high school athletics.

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Story summary

On November 22, 2025, Northwestern Lehigh and Southern Lehigh will compete in the PIAA football quarterfinals for a spot in the state semifinals.
Northwestern Lehigh is the defending Class 3A champion and enters with a 13-0 record.
Scranton Prep stands at 8-5.
Southern Lehigh is 12-1 and will face Shamokin, 13-0.
Sean Steckert of Southern Lehigh rushed for 277 yards and five touchdowns in the District 11 championship.

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