News4 Friday Night Football Play of the Night | 2024 Week 9

A Look at the Top Plays from Week 9 of the 2024 High School Football Season

News4 is proud to present the top plays from Week 9 of the 2024 high school football season.

As the regular season winds down, the intensity of the competition on the gridiron has reached a fever pitch in Week 9. With playoff implications on the line, teams across the state put forth their best effort in pursuit of victory.

News4's Friday Night Football crew was on hand to capture all the excitement and bring viewers the top plays of the week. From thrilling touchdowns to bone-crushing tackles, there was no shortage of action on the field.

Here's a look at the top five plays from Week 9:

A Mile-High Miracle: In a thrilling overtime game between Bishop McDevitt and CD East, the Crusaders pulled off a miraculous 42-36 victory thanks to a 99-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Stone Saunders to wide receiver Jayden Jones.
A Defensive Gem: Cedar Cliff's defense stood tall in a pivotal game against Cumberland Valley, forcing three turnovers and holding the Eagles to just two field goals in a 24-6 win.
A Run for the Ages: In a record-breaking performance, Bishop McDevitt's all-purpose back, Tyrell Dortch, rushed for an astounding 324 yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries in a 42-36 overtime win over CD East.
A Special Teams Spectacular: Mechanicsburg's special teams unit made a game-changing play in a 28-21 victory over State College. With State College trailing by a single point late in the third quarter, Mechanicsburg's Marquis Wilson blocked a punt and recovered it in the end zone for a touchdown.
A Goal-Line Stand: In a defensive battle between Susquehanna Township and Lower Dauphin, the Indians stopped the Falcons on a fourth-and-goal attempt from the 1-yard line in the fourth quarter to secure a hard-fought 14-7 victory.

These were just a few of the many highlights from Week 9 of the 2024 high school football season. As the playoffs approach, the competition will only intensify as teams jockey for position and the quest for a state championship intensifies.

News4 will continue to provide coverage of the high school football playoffs throughout the state, bringing viewers all the excitement and drama of the postseason. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the playoffs unfold.