Week 3 – April 16, 2025 Game Summary
Seneca Valley Girls Flag Football Moves to 6-0 after a Successful Night Under the Lights on Wednesday
Game 1 – Seneca Valley 34, Nazareth Prep 0
Seneca Valley came out firing and never looked back in a commanding 34-0 victory over Nazareth Prep.
The tone was set early when Lily Hudac picked off Nazareth Prep on their first drive with the ball, giving Seneca instant momentum. On the ensuing possession, Anna Iaquinta punched in the opening touchdown, putting Seneca up, Legacy Jospeh-Short caught the conversion making the score Seneca 7 Prep 0.
The defense continued to shine, suffocating Nazareth Prep’s offense and refusing to allow any significant gains. On Seneca Valley’s second drive, Lilly Sperry connected with Lilly Hudac for a touchdown and then hit Legacy Joseph-Short for the extra point again, extending the lead to 14-0.
Legacy kept the pressure on, jumping a route for a pick-six, making it 21-0. After forcing another punt from Nazareth, Ari Rhedrick found the end zone to push the score to 28-0.
Seneca Valley sealed the game with one more touchdown through the air, finishing the shutout with an emphatic 34-0 win.
With a smothering defense and explosive plays on offense, Seneca Valley made a statement going into game of the night vs North Catholic.
Game 2 – Seneca Valley 8, North Catholic 0
Game two on the night was the Pittsburgh Steeler game of the week where Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth and Steeler Mascot Steely Mcbeem came to check out the flag football action at North Allegheny High School. In a defensive showdown, Seneca Valley beat North Catholic 8-0 in a hard-fought game that was defined by grit, determination, and a standout performance.
Lily Hudac was one of the stars of the day, recording an astounding five interceptions, effectively shutting down North Catholic’s offense and swinging the momentum in Seneca Valley’s favor time and time again. Her lockdown coverage and instinctive play were key in preserving the shutout and giving her team the edge they needed. Seneca Valley found the endzone late in the game when they put together a great drive with spectacular throws and catches. Wide Receiver Naomi Sauers made an unbelievable catch almost resembling the helmet catch made by David Tyree in Super Bowl 42. Then the drive capped off when Sperry found Sophia Wimer through a tight window in the end zone making the score 8-0. Then the Raider defense did their thing in not letting the Trojans get in the end zone, making them turn it over on downs late in the game while the Trojans were on the doorstep of scoring.
North Catholic fought hard, but every attempt to mount a comeback was thwarted by Hudac and the relentless Seneca Valley defense. The win marks an important statement for Seneca Valley as they continue their season with momentum and confidence.
The Raiders will play their next two games on Sunday April 27th at Cupples Stadium. At 12:00 they will play Brashear and at 1:00 play Obama. The Raiders will look to continue their winning ways.
Week 2 – April 6, 2025 Game Summary
Raiders Win Against North Hills & Hampton
Game 1 – Seneca Valley 27, North Hills 18
Seneca Valley came out on top with a 27-18 victory over North Hills in an exciting girls’ flag football matchup. The game began with North Hills receiving the ball, but their drive quickly stalled when Seneca delivered a big sack on 3rd down. On 4th down, Seneca’s Lilly Hudac intercepted the pass, setting up a short field for the offense.
Starting from midfield, Seneca wasted no time as Lilly Sperry connected with Brynn Houser for the first touchdown of the game. The conversion was completed with a pass to Sophia Wimer, putting the Raiders ahead 7-0. After a quick three-and-out from North Hills, Seneca Valley got the ball back and scored again on their next possession. This time, Sperry found Natalia Verdi for a touchdown, extending the lead to 14-0.
North Hills struggled to move the ball on their third possession, as Seneca’s Mira Azemi delivered a sack on third down, forcing a punt. Just before halftime, The Raiders added another score when Sperry threw her third touchdown pass, this one again to Brynn Houser, putting Seneca up 20-0 at the break.
To start the second half, Seneca Valley received the ball and quickly struck again. Sperry connected with Wimer for the fourth touchdown pass of the game, pushing the lead to 27-0. Despite a strong effort from North Hills, they were unable to complete the comeback, as they managed to put some points on the board.
In the end, Seneca Valley’s fast start and powerful offense was too much for North Hills to overcome, with the final score of 27-18, giving Seneca Valley momentum into their second game of the day against Hampton.
Game 2 – Seneca Valley 36, Hampton 6
In a thrilling display of defense, the Seneca Valley Raiders defeated the Hampton Talbots 36-6 in their second game of the day, improving their record to a perfect 4-0 heading into Week 3.
Seneca Valley wasted no time, receiving the ball first and quickly marching down the field. Quarterback Lilly Sperry continued her great day through the air, connecting with Lilly Hudac for a touchdown to open the scoring with an awesome pass and catch in the corner of the endzone. Sperry then found Hudac again on the two-point conversion to give the Raiders an early 8-0 lead.
The Raiders’ defense took center stage on Hampton’s first three possessions, dominating in spectacular fashion. Seneca Valley’s defense recorded not one, not two, but three pick-sixes, turning interceptions into touchdowns on each of Hampton’s first three plays. The Raiders’ defensive effort put them up 28-0 just minutes into the game.
Hampton did manage to score in the second half, scoring a pick-six of their own, but it wasn’t enough to mount a serious comeback. Seneca Valley’s offense and defense remained too strong, as they finished week 2 with another win.
With their dominant performance, the Raiders continue their undefeated run, heading into Week 3.
The Raiders next set of games are not until Wednesday night April 16th where our Raiders will take on Nazareth Prep @ 6:30 and then will play North Catholic following game 1. Both games will be played at North Allegheny High School.
Week 1 – March 30, 2025 Game Summary
Raiders Win Season Opener Against New Castle & Deer Lakes
Game 1 – Seneca Valley 18, New Castle 0
In a dominant season opener led by head Coach Chris Eden, Seneca Valley triumphed over New Castle with a commanding 18-0 victory in Girls Flag Football. The game was highlighted by great performances on both sides of the ball.
Quarterback Lilly Sperry led the offense, showcasing her skill with two touchdown passes, both to, Lilly Hudac. The SV offense was clicking early by taking an early 12-0 lead.
On the defensive side, Seneca Valley’s defense was nothing short of impressive, keeping New Castle from getting on the scoreboard. The standout moment came from Ari Rhedrick, who sealed the shutout with a pick-six, putting the game well out of reach.
With both the offense and defense clicking, Seneca Valley’s 18-0 victory set the tone heading into the team’s second game of the day against Deer Lakes.
Game 2 – Seneca Valley 13, Deer Lakes 2
In a rain-soaked battle, Seneca Valley came out on top, defeating Deer Lakes 13-2 in a hard-fought game. Both teams struggled offensively in the early stages due to the wet conditions, with neither team able to find a rhythm in the first half.
However, Seneca Valley eventually gained control of the game. Quarterback Abbi Speicher led the offense and connected with Legacy Joseph-Short for the game’s first touchdown, putting the Raiders on the board.
The defense also played a critical role, keeping Deer Lakes out of the endzone, Deer Lakes 2 points came from a safety in the first half. With the rain continuing to pour, Seneca Valley adjusted well, holding Deer Lakes off the scoreboard for the rest of the game.
Seneca Valley’s resilience in the challenging weather conditions helped them secure the 13-2 victory, a strong 2-0 start to their season.
