WATCH WTAJ VIDEO | Northern Bedford County blanks Meyersdale to take D5-1A crown
WINDBER, Pa. – After a first half with no scoring, Trace Baker used both his legs and his arm to lead the Northern Bedford County Black Panthers to a 21-0 victory in the District 5-1A championship over the Meyersdale Red Raiders Friday night. Baker finished with seven carries for 94 yards and a touchdown, and the junior quarterback added another score in the air and came up with big play after ...
Windber, Pennsylvania – Northern Bedford County’s Black Panthers delivered a dominant performance, clinching the District 5-1A championship with a 21-0 victory over Meyersdale’s Red Raiders in a Friday night showdown. Quarterback Trace Baker played a pivotal role, rushing for 94 yards and two touchdowns, as well as contributing a crucial pass for another score.
Baker attributed his team’s success to their offensive line, which stepped up significantly in the playoffs. Coach Garry Black expressed pride in his young team, noting their lack of veteran leadership on the offensive line. Meyersdale’s opening drive stalled, resulting in a punt, and the Panthers capitalized on their opportunity, driving into Meyersdale territory before the quarter ended.
The teams exchanged punts, and a late-season injury to Meyersdale’s quarterback further hampered their offensive efforts. Northern Bedford County's defense intercepted a Baker pass deep inside the Red Raiders' 5-yard line in the second half, sealing the game with a 14-0 lead. Meyersdale coach Ryan Donaldson admitted his team’s loss is particularly painful, given their hard work throughout the season and the absence of their star player, quarterback Spencer Whitfield.
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