Marian Catholic Colts aim for playoff position with upcoming match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:45 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Summary

The Marian Catholic Colts are 3-3 heading into a pivotal game against Nativity BVM on Friday night. Currently in the District XI playoff hunt, the Colts recently secured a win, overcoming Tri-Valley 17-7, which reflects their potential despite early season setbacks. Coach Billy O'Gurek emphasized the importance of senior leadership and maintaining focus on each opponent. Running back Tyler Price has emerged as a key offensive player, accumulating 1,031 yards and 11 touchdowns this season, while quarterback Gregory Tirpak has shown significant improvement with 973 passing yards and 10 touchdowns.

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  • •Colts are 3-3 overall and 2-1 in Schuylkill League play.
  • •Recent win against Tri-Valley could signal a turning point.
  • •Tyler Price leads the Colts with 1,031 rushing yards this season.
  • •Gregory Tirpak has 973 passing yards and 10 touchdowns.
  • •Next game is against Nativity BVM at Men of Marian Stadium.
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The Marian Catholic Colts enter the final four-week stretch of the 2026 season sitting firmly in the District XI playoff hunt. The Colts are 3-3, including 2-1 in Schuylkill League action. It has been, all in all, a good season for Marian Catholic, which has shown through six weeks to be one of the stronger teams within the league. Despite their 3-3 record, the Colts are agonizingly close to ...

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