Home in Langhorne to entertain William Tennent, the Redskins continued with 2010 SOL play as the season moved into its late stages. And with the playoffs beginning to loom large, the 7-1 Tribe had no room for a let down. Plus with the Panthers playing tough ball all year long, this was not the week to be thinking of anything but the task at hand. So with that bit of “warm-up” out of the way for you fans, let’s get right to it.

Winning the toss, the ‘Skins took the kick and after the short boot was fallen on by Tadas Karusevicius, Neshaminy started up at their own 29. From there the Tribe followed the course they had set all season long as they marched the 71 yards to pay dirt using the run and pass to their advantage. And looking smart at the end, it was Corey Majors taking it in the last yard after Justin Andrews, Anthony Woodroffe, Shane Quinn and a few others paved the way. With The Sean Sheridan boot good, the score rolled to 7-0 Neshaminy. Bottling up the visitors after the kickoff exchange, it was soon Neshaminy with the ball again at their own 21 following the Panther punt. And looking smooth, the Blue & Red offense shot right down the field on some sweet Sean Ulmer footwork while Andrews snagged a few Charlie Marterella passes for big gains. Capping it off was Marterella’s aerial to Quinn for the TD. With Sheridan then hitting the PAT, it went to 14-0 ‘Skins.

Kicking it away the Neshaminy defense stopped Tennent’s offense once again and another punt saw the Schmidtmen in control at their 25. Then following a couple of Woodroffe rushes, they were soon at the Panther 20 as the second-quarter rolled around. From that point Woodroffe took it in close with Kyle George earning the last few yards and the score. The Sheridan PAT went for naught, though, as the snap was bobbled and the score stayed at 20-0. But not for long as the Panthers showed their moxy by taking the following kickoff the distance. With the point after good, it had tightened up to 20-7.

With Tennent trying a short onsides kick, the ‘Skins started it up at their 45 after falling on the bounding ball. Then another lightning drive followed built largely on the strength of two incredible catches by Dwight Williams, including one for a touchdown, which saw it go to 27-7 as the snap and Sheridan’s PAT were both just perfect. Following the kickoff and another stifled Panther offensive effort, Neshaminy was back in business at their 30 after the punt. And with seemingly everyone having a chance at handling the ball on another successful Neshaminy drive, it was little brother Bobby making the catch of big brother Charlie’s throw to make it 34-7 after the Sheridan try. Then following the ‘Skins kickoff, and some banging around by both clubs all to no avail, the players broke for the half.

Back on the grass after the rest, it was Neshaminy kicking to the visitors. Starting it up around their 30, it was the Panthers setting up in a spread offense. But still not getting any significant yardage, they were soon forced to punt and it was Neshaminy with the ball on their 28. But just as it had been all night, the Creek Kids were not letting any moss grow under their feet as they jetted down the field yet again. This time it was Woodroffe taking it in the last few yards for the touchdown; however, another slippery snap caused the PAT to fail and the score stood at 40-7. Kicking it off once again, it was the Panthers on their 35 to start their next offensive series while Neshaminy’s defense showed a load of clean uniforms and shiny faces.

Finally showing some positive results, this drive showed that Tennent wasn’t throwing in the towel as they made some nice moves down the field. But running out of gas, the ball went back to Neshaminy on downs. With the ‘Skins not moving the ball either, the home team then punted for the first time in the game. And following the exchange, Tennent came alive as a nice run by a Panther back had the pigskin at the Neshaminy five. Going to fourth and goal, the Warminster QB snuck it across for the score. With the PAT true, it went to 40-14 with under ten minutes in the game.

With Tennent then kicking it off to Neshaminy, the ‘Skins set up on their own 35 as the understudies came in to show their stuff. And looking very nice, the youngsters ate up both the clock and yardage as Joe Bianchino took over as the quarterback with Cole Creighton, Devon Brown and Chino Duru in the backfield. Making a good show, the group got it down to the five before turning it over on downs. From there it was the Panthers back on offense but with the clock burning out shortly thereafter that’s the way it ended.

And as we love to say: Game to ‘Skins!

Now at 8-1, the Redskins have but one game left to play in the regular season. And we’re sure that we don’t have to remind you of this but just in case you aren’t aware, next week sees the Falcons of Pennsbury coming to town. Year-in and year-out it doesn’t get much better than when our neighbors to the East make the short trip to Langhorne. Plus knowing that both teams will be leaving it all out on the field, and since it is the last game of the regular season and Senior Night to boot, we couldn’t be more sure that “Harry’s House” will be filled to the brim and rockin’ to its core – so get on out to the Ridge plenty early as seats will be at a premium.

See you at the game.

Tennent game photos

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