We are thankful that the 2021 District 1 5A Champion Strath Haven Panthers gave us lots of reasons to smile since mid-August, and for many years to come.
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No Doubt About it: Strath Haven Panthers are District 1 5A Football Champs!
After an incredible, exhilarating, improbable finish in the District 1 5A Final that saw the Panthers eke out a thrilling, 34-33 four-overtime victory over West Chester Rustin—literally by their fingertips—it seems fair to ask how a more satisfying encore could even be imagined.
Panthers to Face West Chester Rustin in District 1 5A Football Championship
This week’s championship matchup could not look any more even “on paper.” The #1 seed will play the #2 seed. Both teams vanquished a league opponent for a second time in the playoffs. Both teams favor a “ground-and-pound” approach with a Wing-T offense. Both teams have longtime coaches with a history of success. And so, the District 1 5A Championship football game will land as predicted by the playoff bracket, as top-ranked West Chester Rustin will host #2 Strath Haven, with a trip to the state semifinals on the line.
Panthers Pound Upper Merion, Face Marple Newtown in Quarterfinals Friday at King Field
On to Round 2 of the District 1 5A football playoffs, where the Strath Haven Panthers will have the added challenge of facing an opponent for a second time this season. While the #2-seeded Panthers were pounding out a convincing 35-0 whitewash of Upper Merion last Friday night, the possibility of facing #7-seeded Marple-Newtown in the quarterfinals came into focus.
8-1 Panthers To Face Radnor Raptors
Wins in eight of the last nine weeks have been a pleasure to watch, and suddenly, in what seems like a blink-of-the-eye, the Panthers have just one more contest before the District 1 5A playoffs begin.
Strath Haven Thumps Penncrest to Retain Media Bowl Trophy
“The Media Bowl trophy will stay on S. Providence Road…,” was the call last Friday night, as Strath Haven continued their recent dominance in their local rivalry with Penncrest, marching to a 42-6 victory.
Strath Haven Defeats Conestoga, Rolls to 6-1 Record
Former Ohio State Head Coach Woody Hayes once said, “There are only three things that can happen on a pass play, and two of them are bad.” While the Strath Haven passing attack has certainly been productive this year, last week’s game versus 5-1 Conestoga ended up following the recommendation of Mr. Hayes, as the Panthers kept the ball in the hands of four capable runners for the entire evening in a 35-14 victory over the Pioneers.
Shankweiler’s Last Second Field Goal Clinches Panther Victory over Springfield
After a gut-punch loss to Garnet Valley seven days earlier, the Strath Haven Panthers were teetering on the edge of a possible losing streak for the first time in 2021. Last Friday, a dominant first half and 14-0 lead over Springfield evaporated late in the fourth quarter and the Cougars had all sorts of momentum on offense and defense alike. But a late drive pushed the ball close enough for Panther kicker (and soccer goalkeeper) Charlie Shankweiler to nail a clutch “full send” 31-yard field goal through the uprights as time expired, giving Strath Haven (5-1) a dramatic 17-14 victory.
Haven Football Looks to Regroup After Tough Loss to Garnet Valley
After taking their first loss of the season, Strath Haven will look to bounce back on the road this week against a Springfield Cougar squad on a two-game winning streak.
Friday Night Lights: Unbeaten Strath Haven and Garnet Valley Face Off at King Field
For Strath Haven and Garnet Valley, on paper it cannot get much closer. Both have identical 4-0 records. Both teams have a reputation for powerful running attacks that is extending into the 2021 season. High school football fans expect this matchup between two storied programs this Friday at George L. King field in Wallingford to be the Central League’s game of the year.
Haven Football Rolls Over Haverford to 3-0 Record
Three weeks down, and three wins in the books for the Strath Haven Panthers have many high school football fans taking notice of the silver and black. And with an impressive 49-35 road win over 6A Haverford High last Saturday, the Panthers are poised to move to 4-0 this week with a challenging Central League schedule looming.
Panthers Go 2-0 to Start Season, Face Haverford Fords this Saturday Night
You couldn’t have hoped for a better start to the season than what the Strath Haven Panthers have managed to accomplish in two games.
Friday Night Game to Honor Haven’s First Championship Team
Twenty years ago, Strath Haven High School won the first of two consecutive class AAA state football championships, riding the crest of an incredible wave of success that also included 94 straight District One victories, and Central League and District One championships every year from 1996 through 2003. Both past and future football glories are on the minds of the founders of the Haven Gridiron Club, which was recently formed by alumni and parents of current team members, not just to celebrate the glory days, but also to contribute to future successes.