On Friday night, your Knights took on the Downingtown Whippets in the first round of the District 1 Class AAAA playoffs. The Knights came away with a convincing win of 35-12. Right from the get-go the Knights controlled the game with their unrelenting running attack as well as their passing attack.

But the real story here is the Knight's defense, which didn't allow a single point in the 4th quarter and had 3 take-aways; the most the Whippets have given up all year. Downingtown's overrated offense could not get anything going and only scored on a fake option dive for 60 yards and then on a draw.

But the Knights who are known for their running game definitely opened some eyes with their passing game. QB Justin Wutti connected with Deanco Oliver for three touchdowns, and threw for 105 yards. Deanco also had an interception, which lead to one of his touchdowns.

Overall, the Knights came out ready to play and it showed when Downingtown's offense was almost a non-factor, thanks to an outstanding effort by the Knights' Defense. Also, Kevin Akins rushed for 108 yards and had 2 touchdowns. Once again, the Knights prove they are the real deal, hopefully the next team will take them more seriously.

by Zach Tillger

Pre-Game Write-up

On Friday night your North Penn Knights (7-2) will be taking on the Downingtown Whippets (10-0) in the first round of the PIAA District 1 State Playoffs. The Knights will have their hands full with Downingtown, a team who likes to air out the ball more than any other team the Knights have faced this season. Also, the Whippets run out of the shotgun formation for more than half of the time, which means that the defense will really have to get pressure on QB Matt Helm. Matt has completed 64% of his passes this season and piled up 1,488 yards and 18 touchdowns.

All in all, this game will be definitely worth the drive as the Knights look to win their first playoff game since 1999. The game will be hard hitting, fast paced, and action packed.

by Zach Tillger

Final Score

The Defense came up BIG

The NP Offense

Helm had company all night

The Knights just wouldn't let up.