Five Beaver Valley teams are preparing for their WPIAL high school football quarterfinal matchups this weekend, each aiming to reach the semifinals. The Beaver County Times has enlisted three seasoned sports writers to provide their picks on these games, continuing a weekly tradition throughout the 2026 season.
Ethan Morrison, now in his sixth year covering WPIAL athletics and third for the Beaver Valley, joins veteran Bill Allmann, who brings 38 years of experience reporting on local football, and Rachael Palmer, making a return to high school sports coverage after notable roles in soccer commentary. All three experts hold perfect 10-0 records in Week 9 picks, setting a competitive tone as the playoffs intensify.
The anticipation around the quarterfinals is building, with the Beaver Valley teams poised to maintain strong runs. The scheduling details and specific matchups were outlined in the Beaver County Times’ recent coverage, offering fans a comprehensive look at where and when the games will unfold.
Among the storylines leading into these matchups is Hopewell’s effort to echo the momentum of their 2009 campaign, a season remembered fondly in local football circles. The Times has highlighted this narrative, pointing to the significance Hopewell places on their current postseason journey.
Morrison can be reached at emorrison@usatodayco.com and follows updates on X under EthanMorrison26, where he tracks the unfolding drama in Beaver Valley football.
This week’s picks will contribute to a season-long tally, as the Beaver County Times’ panel aims to crown the most accurate forecaster of the WPIAL playoffs. The community and readers are invited to follow along, engaging with the predictions as Beaver Valley’s finest push deeper into the postseason.
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