North Schuylkill will honor fallen Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr. before the Spartans’ home football game against Mount Carmel Area on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Remembering Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr.
The school announced that a remembrance for Pahira will take place before kickoff at Spartan Stadium. Pahira, 44, died in the line of duty on July 1 while working along Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.
Pahira was a 2001 North Schuylkill graduate who played football and wrestled for the Spartans. The school described him as a valued member of its community. His funeral service was held at North Schuylkill High School in July.
In his honor, the student section will have a Country and Western theme. Students are encouraged to wear cowboy hats, boots, flannel and denim.
Football Hall of Fame Induction at Halftime
The game will also mark the 50th anniversary of the North Schuylkill Football Hall of Fame. At halftime, the program will induct former players Dylan Dietz, Jason Lipshaw and Brandon Rockwell, along with honorary inductee Adam J. Bernodin III. Read more about the four inductees.