Pottsville Area

The North Schuylkill Spartans and Pottsville Area football teams have a storied rivalry, with Pottsville leading the series 22-12 as of their most recent matchups. While Pottsville dominated the earlier years, North Schuylkill has gained momentum in recent seasons, showcasing their strength and resilience.

Recent years have favored North Schuylkill, with notable victories including a commanding 36-0 win in 2024, a 37-21 victory in 2023, and a dominant 42-13 performance in 2023 during district play. The Spartans have also consistently controlled games since 2017, with a highlight being their 40-0 shutout that year.

Pottsville's strongest period occurred between the 1970s and early 2000s, where they achieved decisive wins, such as the 42-0 shutout in 1975, 48-0 in 2004, and 45-7 in 2002. Their last victory came in 2021, with a hard-fought 20-12 win, breaking North Schuylkill’s streak at that time.

This rivalry, marked by fierce competition and shifting dominance, highlights the rich football tradition of both programs and remains a centerpiece of regional high school sports.

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NORTH SCHUYLKILL vs. POTTSVILLE AREA (Pottsville Leads 22-12)

Year	North Schuylkill	Pottsville Area	Result	Notes
2024	36	0	Win
2023	37	21	Win
2023	42	13	Win
2021	12	20	Loss
2020	N/A	N/A	N/A	DNP: Covid
2019	29	7	Win
2018	49	27	Win
2017	40	0	Win
2016	9	15	Loss
2005	7	41	Loss
2004	0	48	Loss
2003	7	31	Loss
2002	7	45	Loss
2001	12	34	Loss
2000	6	34	Loss
1996	6	0	Win
1996	41	21	Win
1991	6	35	Loss
1990	9	7	Win
1989	2	49	Loss
1988	20	25	Loss
1987	30	0	Win
1986	28	13	Win
1985	14	39	Loss
1984	0	24	Loss
1983	0	28	Loss
1982	29	40	Loss
1981	14	35	Loss
1975	0	42	Loss
1974	14	13	Win
1973	14	21	Loss
1972	0	14	Loss
1971	3	35	Loss
1970	0	27	Loss