MAHANOY CITY – The Minersville Battlin’ Miners got back on the winning track after six weeks, defeating the Mahanoy Area Golden Bears 14-6 in a defensive battle at Alumni Stadium.
The first quarter was a defensive struggle, as neither team managed to put points on the scoreboard. The second quarter provided more of the same, with both defenses shining. However, Minersville struck first when Jordan Bowers hauled in a 48-yard touchdown reception to give the Miners a 7-0 lead.
The first half came to an end with the Battlin’ Miners holding a 7-0 advantage over Mahanoy Area.
The momentum shifted in the Golden Bears’ favor early in the second half. Mahanoy Area marched down the field and punched the ball into the end zone from two yards out with 8:10 remaining in the third quarter. However, the two-point conversion attempt failed, allowing Minersville to maintain a narrow 7-6 lead.
Derek Derenzo answered for the Miners with a 41-yard touchdown run. The successful extra point extended Minersville’s lead to 14-6 heading into the fourth quarter.
The Battlin’ Miners put the finishing touches on their victory in the fourth quarter. Minersville recovered a fumble in its own territory before relying on Derenzo and Lutsky to help run out the clock.
The defensive effort and timely offensive plays proved to be the difference as Minersville held on for a 14-6 victory over Mahanoy Area at Alumni Stadium.
Box Score
| Team |
Q1 |
Q2 |
Q3 |
Q4 |
Final |
| Minersville |
0 |
7 |
7 |
0 |
14 |
| Mahanoy Area |
0 |
0 |
6 |
0 |
6 |
Up Next
Minersville (2-6) will return home to host Colton Reber and the Schuylkill Haven Hurricanes (4-4), who are coming off a comeback victory over the Tri-Valley Bulldogs.
Mahanoy Area (3-5) will travel to face Tyler Price and Marian Catholic (4-4), which is coming off a loss to the Williams Valley Vikings.
