Spartan Football by Decade (2020s)
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- Nov 22, 2024
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Updated: Jan 22
The 2020s for North Schuylkill Spartan Football were defined by championship runs, resilience, and standout performances under Coach Wally Hall. Despite challenges, including the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, the Spartans continued their tradition of excellence, cementing their place as a powerhouse program.
2020: The Spartans went undefeated (8-0) and claimed the District XI Class AAA Championship with a thrilling 49-35 victory over Notre Dame Green Pond. This remarkable season demonstrated their adaptability and dominance despite the disruptions caused by COVID-19.
2021: North Schuylkill followed up with another strong season, earning the District XI Class AAA Championship by defeating Jim Thorpe 40-7. Their playoff run ended in a narrow loss to Neumann Goretti in the PIAA State Playoffs, highlighting their ability to compete at the highest levels.
2022: The Spartans secured a 10-3 record and finished as District XI Class AAA Runner-Up, falling to Northwestern Lehigh in the championship game. The season featured stellar victories against rivals and a continued focus on consistent performance.
2023: North Schuylkill maintained their competitive edge with a 9-3 record, reaching the District XI Class AAA Semifinals. Key wins, including a decisive 28-21 victory over Notre Dame Green Pond, underscored their strength, though their playoff run ended against Palmerton Area.
2024: The Spartans continued their strong form, achieving an 8-4 record and finishing as District XI Class AAA Runner-Up. They delivered memorable performances, including a 36-7 championship game loss to Northwestern Lehigh, showcasing their unwavering competitiveness.
2025: The Spartans finished the season 8-4, reaching the District XI Class AAA semifinals. Led by record-setting running back Luke Miller and Quarterback Caden Mengel, the team secured key wins over Mount Carmel Area and Pottsville Area before failing to PIAA Class AAA Runner-Up Northwestern Lehigh.
The Spartans’ success during this period reflected their resilience, adaptability, and determination to uphold their storied tradition of excellence, ensuring they remained a dominant force in high school football.
2020 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA CHAMPIONS
SCHUYLKILL LEAGUE DIVISION I CHAMPIONS
Short season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sept. 11 | Mahanoy Area | Away | 50 | 21 | Win |
Sept. 18 | Pine Grove Area | Away | 41 | 19 | Win |
Sept. 25 | Blue Mountain | Away | 20 | 14 | Win (OT) |
Oct. 2 | Jim Thorpe Area | Away | 36 | 0 | Win |
Oct. 9 | Marian Catholic | Home | 48 | 0 | Win |
Oct. 31 | Lehighton Area | Away | 48 | 14 | Win |
Nov. 7 | Tamaqua Area ¹ | Home | 56 | 21 | Win |
Nov. 25 | Notre Dame Green Pond ² | Home | 49 | 35 | Win |
RECORD: Won 8, Lost 0, Overall.
COACH: Wally Hall ¹ DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA SEMIFINAL GAME ² DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
2021 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA CHAMPIONS
SCHUYLKILL/COLONIAL LEAGUE RED DIVISION CHAMPIONS
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug. 27 | Mount Carmel Area | Away | 33 | 14 | Win |
Sept. 3 | Blue Mountain | Home | 21 | 14 | Win |
Sept. 10 | Jim Thorpe Area | Home | 28 | 7 | Win |
Sept. 17 | Palisades | Home | 52 | 12 | Win |
Sept. 25 | Pen Argyl Area | Away | 60 | 27 | Win |
Oct. 1 | Northern Lehigh | Home | 56 | 42 | Win |
Oct. 8 | Notre Dame Green Pond | Away | 42 | 21 | Win |
Oct. 15 | Salisbury Township | Home | 42 | 0 | Win |
Oct. 28 | Pottsville Area | Away | 12 | 20 | Loss (2OT) |
Nov. 6 | Tamaqua Area ¹ | Home | 1 | 0 | Win |
Nov. 13 | Jim Thorpe Area ² | Home | 40 | 7 | Win |
Nov. 19 | Neumann Goretti ³ | Home | 21 | 26 | Loss |
RECORD: Won 10, Lost 2, Overall.
COACH: Wally Hall
¹ DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA SEMIFINAL GAME
² DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
³ PIAA CLASS AAA PLAYOFF GAME
2022 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA RUNNER UP
SCHUYLKILL/COLONIAL LEAGUE RED DIVISION CHAMPIONS
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug. 26 | Mount Carmel Area | Home | 17 | 25 | Loss |
Sept. 2 | Blue Mountain | Home | 21 | 0 | Win |
Sept. 9 | Pine Grove Area | Home | 48 | 0 | Win |
Sept. 16 | Tamaqua Area | Home | 49 | 24 | Win |
Sept. 23 | Northern Lehigh | Away | 31 | 0 | Win |
Sept. 30 | Notre Dame Green Pond | Away | 24 | 36 | Loss |
Oct. 7 | Jim Thorpe Area | Away | 31 | 14 | Win |
Oct. 14 | Palmerton Area | Home | 35 | 21 | Win |
Oct. 21 | Salisbury Township | Away | 35 | 7 | Win |
Oct. 28 | Pottsville Area | Home | 42 | 13 | Win |
Nov. 4 | Lehighton Area | Home | 54 | 7 | Win |
Nov. 11 | Palmerton Area ¹ | Home | 51 | 21 | Win |
Nov. 18 | Northwestern Lehigh ² | Home | 14 | 34 | Loss |
RECORD: Won 10, Lost 3, Overall.
COACH: Wally Hall ¹ DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA SEMIFINAL GAME
² DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
2023 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug. 25 | Mount Carmel Area | Away | 34 | 7 | Win |
Sept. 1 | Blue Mountain | Home | 17 | 18 | Loss |
Sept. 8 | Pine Grove Area | Away | 48 | 0 | Win |
Sept. 14 | Tamaqua Area | Away | 38 | 15 | Win |
Sept. 22 | Northern Lehigh | Home | 42 | 6 | Win |
Sept. 29 | Notre Dame Green Pond | Home | 28 | 21 | Win |
Oct. 6 | Jim Thrope Area | Home | 41 | 6 | Win |
Oct. 13 | Palmerton Area | Away | 48 | 24 | Loss |
Oct. 20 | Salisbury Township | Home | 48 | 0 | Win |
Oct. 27 | Pottsville Area | Away | 37 | 21 | Win |
Nov. 3 | Tamaqua Area ¹ | Home | 55 | 15 | Win |
Nov. 10 | Palmerton Area ² | Away | 24 | 34 | Loss |
RECORD: Won 9, Lost 3, Overall.
COACH: Wally Hall
¹ DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA QUARTERFINAL GAME
² DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA SEMIFINAL GAME
2024 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA RUNNER UP
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug. 23 | Mount Carmel Area | Home | 37 | 30 | Win |
Aug. 30 | Tamaqua Area | Away | 17 | 35 | Loss |
Sept. 6 | Notre Dame Green Pond | Home | 31 | 29 | Win |
Sept. 13 | Southern Lehigh | Away | 6 | 36 | Loss |
Sept. 20 | Jim Thorpe Area | Away | 50 | 7 | Win |
Sept. 27 | Northwestern Lehigh | Home | 7 | 39 | Loss |
Oct. 4 | Bangor Area | Away | 39 | 14 | Win |
Oct. 10 | Blue Mountain | Away | 34 | 18 | Win |
Oct. 18 | Lehighton Area | Home | 58 | 21 | Win |
Oct. 25 | Pottsville Area | Home | 36 | 0 | Win |
Nov. 1 | Notre Dame Green Pond ¹ | Away | 26 | 23 | Win |
Nov. 8 | Northwestern Lehigh ² | Away | 36 | 7 | Loss |
RECORD: Won 8, Lost 4, Overall.
COACH: Wally Hall
¹ DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA SEMIFINAL GAME
² DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
2025 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Aug. 22 | Mount Carmel Area | Away | 62 | 20 | Win |
Aug. 29 | Tamaqua Area | Home | 50 | 7 | Win |
Sept. 5 | Notre Dame Green Pond | Away | 20 | 21 | Loss |
Sept. 12 | Southern Lehigh | Home | 14 | 34 | Loss |
Sept. 19 | Jim Thorpe Area | Home | 36 | 14 | Win |
Sept. 26 | Northwestern Lehigh | Away | 18 | 49 | Loss |
Oct. 3 | Bangor Area | Home | 52 | 22 | Win |
Oct. 9 | Blue Mountain | Home | 42 | 21 | Win |
Oct. 17 | Lehighton Area | Away | 36 | 14 | Win |
Oct. 24 | Pottsville Area | Away | 48 | 8 | Win |
Oct. 30 | Panther Valley¹ | Home | 53 | 27 | Win |
Nov. 7 | Northwestern Lehigh ² | Away | 21 | 49 | Loss |
RECORD: Won 8, Lost 4, Overall.
COACH: Wally Hall
¹DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA QUARTERFINAL GAME
²DISTRICT XI CLASS AAA SEMIFINAL GAME
Date | Team | Location | Spartan Score | Opponent Score | Result |
Aug. 28 | Jersey Shore Area | Away | |||
Sept. 4 | Notre Dame Green Pond | Home | |||
Sept. 11 | Williams Valley | Away | |||
Sept. 18 | Mount Carmel Area | Home | |||
Sept. 25 | Springfield Township | Away | |||
Oct. 2 | Pine Grove Area | Away | |||
Oct. 9 | Tamaqua Area | Home | |||
Oct. 16 | Blue Mountain | Home | |||
Oct. 23 | Pottsville Area | Away | |||
Oct. 30 | Panther Valley | Home |
RECORD: Won 0, Lost 0, Overall.
COACH: Joe Tomtishen
North Schuylkill Spartans Football 2020's Overall Record
Games | Wins | Losses | Ties |
69 | 53 | 16 | 0 |
North Schuylkill Spartans Football Overall Record
First Year | Games | Wins | Losses | Ties |
1966 | 666 | 388 | 269 | 9 |
