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High school football in the Steel Valley is more than just a game. It’s a pulse that runs through the veins of Western Pennsylvania, Northeast Ohio, and Northern West Virginia. The rivalries here are fierce, historic, and packed with passion. Every Friday night, stadiums fill with roaring crowds, painted faces, and the unmistakable sound of cleats pounding the turf. These rivalries are the heartbeats of communities, where pride and tradition collide in thrilling clashes. The

By Eddie Kahl | Steel Valley Sports Sharon, Pa —  The band’s playing, the crowd’s fired up, and the lights cut through a chilly night. In this part of the country — Western Pennsylvania, Northeast Ohio, and Northern West Virginia — football isn’t entertainment. It’s who we are. Community Before Kickoff From Farrell to Aliquippa, Friday nights still mean something. Some folks head straight from work to the field, others catch the score between shifts — but everyone knows who’s