The regular season is complete, and Tamaqua’s four-game winning streak has carried the Blue Raiders into the final spot in the Week 10 Skook News Power 5.
The top four remain unchanged after Blue Mountain, Williams Valley, Schuylkill Haven and Pottsville all closed the regular season with victories. Tri-Valley falls just outside the rankings despite playing Williams Valley to within seven points.
The Power 5 considers more than overall records, including recent momentum, head-to-head results, opponent strength and overall performance.
Blue Mountain, Williams Valley and Schuylkill Haven each earned No. 1 seeds in their respective District XI classifications. Pottsville finished fourth in Class 4A, while Tri-Valley and Shenandoah Valley each earned No. 2 seeds.
Week 10 Schuylkill County Football Power 5
| Rank | Team | Record | Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Mountain | 9–1 | No. 1 |
| 2 | Williams Valley | 9–1 | No. 2 |
| 3 | Schuylkill Haven | 6–4 | No. 3 |
| 4 | Pottsville | 7–3 | No. 4 |
| 5 | Tamaqua | 6–4 | On the bubble |
1. Blue Mountain (9–1)
Last week: No. 1
Week 10: Defeated Lansdale Catholic, 42–14
District XI ranking: No. 1 in Class 4A
Blue Mountain scored all 42 of its points before halftime and completed the regular season with its sixth consecutive victory.
Kirby threw three touchdown passes, including two to Guers, while Foose added two rushing scores. The Eagles finished the regular season with nine victories and own notable wins over Pottsville, Tamaqua and previously unbeaten Shamokin.
Blue Mountain’s 34–14 victory over Shamokin remains one of the strongest results recorded by a Schuylkill County team this season and keeps the Eagles ahead of Williams Valley.
Next opponent: Bangor at Blue Mountain on Saturday, November 7, at 6 p.m. in the District XI Class 4A playoffs.
2. Williams Valley (9–1)
Last week: No. 2
Week 10: Defeated Tri-Valley, 28–21
District XI ranking: No. 1 in Class 1A
Williams Valley completed an unbeaten league schedule by scoring seven points in every quarter against Tri-Valley.
The Vikings have won eight consecutive games since their Week 2 loss to Southern Columbia. Their résumé includes victories over Schuylkill Haven, Shenandoah Valley, Marian Catholic and Tri-Valley.
Williams Valley finishes close behind Blue Mountain, but the Eagles’ wins over Pottsville and previously unbeaten Shamokin give them the stronger overall case for No. 1.
Next opponent: Lackawanna Trail at Williams Valley on Friday, November 6, at 7 p.m. in the District XI Class 1A playoffs.
3. Schuylkill Haven (6–4)
Last week: No. 3
Week 10: Defeated Marian Catholic, 24–7
District XI ranking: No. 1 in Class 2A
Schuylkill Haven held Marian scoreless in the second half and closed the regular season with its fourth consecutive victory.
Reber scored on runs of 73 and 66 yards, while the Hurricanes’ defense contributed a touchdown on a fumble recovery in the end zone.
After beginning the season 0–3, Schuylkill Haven won six of its final seven games. Recent victories over Shenandoah Valley and Tri-Valley give the Hurricanes the strongest collection of head-to-head results among the teams competing for the No. 3 position.
Next opponent: Catasauqua at Schuylkill Haven on Friday, November 6, at 7 p.m. in the District XI Class 2A playoffs.
4. Pottsville (7–3)
Last week: No. 4
Week 10: Defeated Hazleton Area, 42–13
District XI ranking: No. 4 in Class 4A
Pottsville scored in every quarter against Hazleton Area and completed the regular season with six consecutive victories.
The Crimson Tide outscored opponents 246–68 during their winning streak, which included victories over Berwick, Tamaqua, Panther Valley, Pine Grove, North Schuylkill and Hazleton Area.
Pottsville’s 7–3 record and late-season momentum made the No. 3 decision close, but Schuylkill Haven’s victories over Tri-Valley and Shenandoah Valley keep the Hurricanes one position ahead.
Next opponent: Lehighton at Pottsville on Saturday, November 7, at 1 p.m. in the District XI Class 4A playoffs.
5. Tamaqua (6–4)
Last week: On the bubble
Week 10: Defeated Pine Grove Area, 35–7
District XI ranking: No. 6 in Class 3A
Tamaqua scored in every quarter and built a 28–0 lead before Pine Grove reached the end zone.
The Blue Raiders won their final four games after being shut out by Pottsville in Week 6. Their late-season run included victories over North Schuylkill, Panther Valley, Selinsgrove and Pine Grove.
Tamaqua also owns a 40–27 head-to-head victory over Schuylkill Haven and defeated Marian Catholic earlier in the season. That momentum and those head-to-head results move the Blue Raiders ahead of Tri-Valley for the final position.
Next opponent: Tamaqua travels to Jim Thorpe on Thursday, November 5, at 6 p.m. in the District XI Class 3A playoffs.
On the Bubble
Tri-Valley (6–4)
Last week: No. 5
Week 10: Lost to Williams Valley, 28–21
District XI ranking: No. 2 in Class 1A
Tri-Valley remained competitive throughout its seven-point loss to Williams Valley, so the Bulldogs did not fall because of a poor Week 10 performance.
Tamaqua moves ahead based on its four-game winning streak and victories over Schuylkill Haven and Marian. Tri-Valley remains close behind with a decisive 49–10 victory over Shenandoah Valley as the strongest result on its résumé.
Next opponent: Marian Catholic at Tri-Valley on Friday, November 6, at 7 p.m. in the District XI Class 1A playoffs.
Shenandoah Valley (7–3)
Last week: On the bubble
Week 10: Defeated Mahanoy Area, 21–12
District XI ranking: No. 2 in Class 2A
Shenandoah Valley completed a 7–3 regular season with a rivalry victory over Mahanoy Area.
The Blue Devils own the best record among the teams outside the Power 5, but head-to-head losses to Tri-Valley and Schuylkill Haven prevent them from moving into the rankings.
Next opponent: Northern Lehigh at Shenandoah Valley on Friday, November 6, at 7 p.m. in the District XI Class 2A playoffs.
Playoff dates, locations and kickoff times are subject to change.