On Friday, September 20, the Strath Haven Panthers (5-0) played in a regular season matchup against the Garnet Valley Jaguars (4-1) at George L. King Field in Wallingford, PA leading to a final score of 35-7 win for the Panthers.
The Panthers and Jaguars came into the game with undefeated 4-0 records, fueling their long-standing rivalry. This win by the Panthers breaks the Jaguars’ 2024 season record and marks their second victory over them since 2010 and fourth win against the Jaguars since 2008, now leaving a team record of 3-10, making Friday’s game a significant moment in their matchup history.
With offensive drives led by wide receiver James Fisher, he scored all five of the Panthers’ touchdowns throughout the game.
“It was good but it wasn’t just me,” Fisher said. “It was my line blocking up front and my back and the backfield blocking too.”
The Panthers’ victory against the Jaguars is more than just another win, it’s a turning point in the season.
“It’s a big statement win, and I feel like we can go farther than we did last year,” Fisher said.
Head coach Kevin Clancy has a high appreciation for Fisher’s performance during Friday’s game.
“James is outstanding,” Clancy said. “You’re looking for your best players, your big players, to step up in big games, and he stepped up big today.”
Clancy emphasized the importance of the game, referencing the win as an important part of what the team needs to improve on.
“[The game] is a really good measuring stick to see where we are in the first half of the season,” Clancy said. “Everybody played their best game tonight. Everybody rose to it, and it’s a sign that we can continue to build on this and be a good team.”
The next varsity football game is Friday, September 27, at Harry Harvey Stadium against Marple Newtown at 7 p.m.
