LAST SECOND FIELD GOAL ENDS TIGERS' TITLE, 23-20
(12/10/11) The North Allegheny Tigers saw their season come to a stunning 23-20 end against Central Dauphin in the PIAA Western Final. Rams kicker Evan Brandes knocked a 21 yard field goal through the Mansion Park uprights as the fourth quarter clock expired. It was North Allegheny’s first loss in 21 games, and just their second over the past two seasons. Unfortunately for the Tigers, they will not get a chance to defend their title in Hershey, despite showing resilience in battling back from a double digit deficit in the second half.
The loss ends the Tigers season at 14-1 and their win streak at 21 games. Central Dauphin will now face North Penn for the Quad-A title next Saturday at Hershey Park. In spite of the setback, North Allegheny still boasts an incredible 29-2 record over the past two seasons. Next year, the Tigers welcome back Leftwich, Coniker, and running back Alex DeCiantis among other skilled positions. Additionally, Patrick Kugler, Jeremy Gonzales, and Zach Lyon will return to anchor the offensive and defensive fronts. With additional talent waiting in the wings, expectations are high that 2012 can be another championship caliber season at North Allegheny.
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