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Shamokin dominates Pottsville in high school football season opener, 41-7

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:32 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Shamokin dominates Pottsville in high school football season opener, 41-7

Summary

Shamokin Area Indians defeated Pottsville Crimson Tide 41-7 on Friday night in Pottsville, marking an unpleasant start to Pottsville’s 2026 season. The game featured Shamokin's quarterback Logan Steele, who rushed for 99 yards and scored three touchdowns. The Indians' offense asserted itself early, going 92 yards on 13 plays for their first touchdown, while their defense limited Pottsville to just 33 yards in the first half. Shamokin's ability to both slow down and speed up their gameplay proved effective against a struggling Pottsville team, which continued its difficulties from the previous season.

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•Logan Steele scored three touchdowns for Shamokin
•Shamokin rushed for 234 yards and averaged over six yards per play
•Pottsville managed only 33 yards in the first half
•Pottsville struggled after a 3-8 season last year
•Shamokin’s defense kept Pottsville's offense under pressure

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10:32 AMYahoo Sports — H.S. FOOTBALL: Steele, Shamokin run by Pottsville in season opener, 41-7

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POTTSVILLE — It was a season debut to forget for the Pottsville Crimson Tide. Looking to build upon a 2025 season marred by injuries and saw the Crimson Tide go 3-8, Pottsville began their 2026 season with a stiff test on Friday night, the Shamokin Area Indians. One of the top Class 4A programs in the state, over the past two seasons, the Indians collected a 25-2 record. Their offense led by ...
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