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Brandon Choi
Congratulations to Brandon Choi who was the recipient of the Mini Maxwell Award! This award is presented to 55 football players throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Athletes are nominated by their coach for their performance on the field, in the classroom, and in the community. Way to go Brandon! |
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Congratulations to football Coach Paul Meyers who was recently named Daily Local News Coach of the Year! Congratulations also to the following football team members who were named Daily Local News All-Areas:
First Team:
Read more at: https://papreplive.com/.../daily-local-news-all-area.../. |
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Congratulations!
Congratulations to the BSHS football team on an amazing season! We are so proud of all that you accomplished. God bless you and fly high, Shanahan Eagles! |
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Charitable Donation
The BSHS football team recently contributed to Connect Thru Cancer's Secret Santa gift collection, purchasing gifts to help complete their wish lists. Connect Thru Cancer is a nonprofit organization providing a variety of free cancer services and resources to individuals and families living with a cancer diagnosis. Their goal is to give respite to the patient in treatment while supporting their unique journey. |
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THE FINAL FOUR!
Congratulations to the BSHS football team who claimed victory over Valley View High School this past Friday (11/26) night 35-25 in the state playoffs! With great excitement, we share that the team advances to the “final four.” The game will be played this Friday, December 3, at 7:00 PM against Bishop McDevitt (Harrisburg) at Coatesville Area High School. Congratulations to Paul Meyers and his coaching staff. Go Eagles! All PIAA tickets are sold online HERE. No ticket sales at gates. Live stream will be available at NFHS Network on YouTube and radio feed at Fox Sports from Harrisburg 1460 AM. |
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Let's Go, Eagles!
Best of luck to the football team as they take on Valley View High School this Friday, November 26th at 7PM at Valley View Stadium (732 Keystone Ave, Peckville, PA 18452) in the PIAA 4A State Playoff Quarterfinals. Live stream will be available at: https://www.meridix.com/event/202660. Let’s go, Eagles! |
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District Champions!
Congratulations to the BSHS football team who claimed victory over Pottsgrove last night to become PIAA 4A District 1 Champions! Way to go, Shanahan Eagles! (Photo by Chris McNulty) |
Photos by Chuck McGrory
"Bishop Shanahan turns turnovers into points in rout of Chichester" by Bryan Davis, PA PREP Live 10/30/21
DOWNINGTOWN >> The Chichester High School football battled two opponents on Friday night — Bishop Shanahan and the elements — and didn’t have much success against either.
Bishop Shanahan took advantage of multiple Chichester turnovers in the first half to build a big lead en route to a 34-8 nonleague victory at a monsoon-like Jack Mancini Field.
The conditions, heavy rain and wind, played havoc with Chi’s offense, they had six fumbles — three lost — and two interceptions in the first half. As expected, neither team threw much, the two teams combined for 10 pass attempts on the soggy evening.
Neither team put up dazzling offensive numbers, Chichester mustard just two yards on the ground and six through the air. Shanahan had 147 yards of total offense — 103 rushing. But, it was the homestanding Eagles who made the big plays when needed.
“I think the difference was up front,” said Shanahan coach Paul Meyers. “I know they’re big and physical, but we were lucky to capitalize on the turnovers and our defense played well.”
The visiting Eagles’ woes began on their first series A pass from quarterback Idress Holloman was tipped at the line of scrimmage by DaKendrick Daniels and hauled in by lineman Charles Adams on the Chi 17. Adams would later a fumble recovery.
“That was a blessing, it bounced off somebody’s hand,” said Adams. “I caught it, tried to run with it, got tackled. I had a good night. I’m happy.”
Shanahan, though couldn’t cash this opportunity in. They were turned away by the Chi defense deep in its territory.
The Eagles broke through a little later as Chi couldn’t move the ball and had to punt. The snap was dropped and
Shanahan took over on the Chi 6. Two plays later, Cooper Jordan slipped in from the three for the first score.
On the next Chichester possession, they fumbled and Shanahan recovered in the end zone and a 14-0 lead after one.
Another turnover keyed a Shanahan score in the second. A muffed punt, recovered by the Eagles, set them up on the 25. On the sixth play of the drive, Jordan powered in from the one for a 20-0 advantage.
The score stayed that way until late in the half. The Eagles were on the Chi 18 when Jordan scooped up a bad snap and found Nicholas Romano alone in the end zone for the score.
“The corner stepped up on the out route and left me wide open,” said Romano. “I didn’t see the bad snap, I just ran my route.”
Romano also got on the score sheet for the only TD in the third. He broke through the middle and sped past the defense for a 36-yard score.
Chichester (5-3) averted the shutout with less than two minutes left in the game. Henry Jones picked a fumble and sped 70 yards for the TD.
Shanahan closes out the regular season with a 7-3 mark and is expected to be in the top two for the District 1 4A playoffs.
Bishop Shanahan 34, Chichester 8
Chichester 0 0 0 8 — 8
Bishop Shanahan 14 12 8 0 — 34
First Quarter
Bishop Shanahan — C. Jordan 3 run (run failed)
Bishop Shanahan — Shanahan recovered fumble in end zone (C. Jordan rund)
Second Quarter
Bishop Shanahan — C. Jordan 1 run (run failed)
Bishop Shanahan — Romano 18 pass from C. Jordan (pass failed)
Third Quarter
Bishop Shanahan — Romano 36 run (Whitehill run)
Fourth Quarter
Chichester — Jones 70 fumble return (Holloman run)
team statistics
C BS
First downs 3 10
Rushes-yards 33-2 48-103
Passing 2-6-2 3-4-0
Passing yards 6 44
Total yards 8 147
Punts 1-25.0 1-33.0
Fumbles-lost 7-4 5-1
Penalties-yards 10-28 2-20
Individual statistics
Rushing — Chichester: Reaves 8-19; Bush 10-6; Swinton 1-4 Blackwell 8-3; Holloway 3-(-18); Rosario 1-(-12). Bishop Shanahan: C. Jordan 10-18 2TD; McGrory 10-15; Whitehill 11-20; Barbadora 8-21; Romano 1-36 TD; Gallagher 7-3; Domsohn 1-(-10).
Passing — Chichester: Holloman 2-6-2 6 yards; Blackwell 0-1-0 0 yards. Bishop Shanahan: C. Jordan 3-3-0 44 yards TD; Whitehill 0-1-0 0 yards.
Receiving — Chichester: Swinton 1-11; Ballard 1-(-5). Bishop Shanahan: McGrory 2-26; Romano 1-18 TD.
Interceptions — Bishop Shanahan: Adams; McGrory.
DOWNINGTOWN >> The Chichester High School football battled two opponents on Friday night — Bishop Shanahan and the elements — and didn’t have much success against either.
Bishop Shanahan took advantage of multiple Chichester turnovers in the first half to build a big lead en route to a 34-8 nonleague victory at a monsoon-like Jack Mancini Field.
The conditions, heavy rain and wind, played havoc with Chi’s offense, they had six fumbles — three lost — and two interceptions in the first half. As expected, neither team threw much, the two teams combined for 10 pass attempts on the soggy evening.
Neither team put up dazzling offensive numbers, Chichester mustard just two yards on the ground and six through the air. Shanahan had 147 yards of total offense — 103 rushing. But, it was the homestanding Eagles who made the big plays when needed.
“I think the difference was up front,” said Shanahan coach Paul Meyers. “I know they’re big and physical, but we were lucky to capitalize on the turnovers and our defense played well.”
The visiting Eagles’ woes began on their first series A pass from quarterback Idress Holloman was tipped at the line of scrimmage by DaKendrick Daniels and hauled in by lineman Charles Adams on the Chi 17. Adams would later a fumble recovery.
“That was a blessing, it bounced off somebody’s hand,” said Adams. “I caught it, tried to run with it, got tackled. I had a good night. I’m happy.”
Shanahan, though couldn’t cash this opportunity in. They were turned away by the Chi defense deep in its territory.
The Eagles broke through a little later as Chi couldn’t move the ball and had to punt. The snap was dropped and
Shanahan took over on the Chi 6. Two plays later, Cooper Jordan slipped in from the three for the first score.
On the next Chichester possession, they fumbled and Shanahan recovered in the end zone and a 14-0 lead after one.
Another turnover keyed a Shanahan score in the second. A muffed punt, recovered by the Eagles, set them up on the 25. On the sixth play of the drive, Jordan powered in from the one for a 20-0 advantage.
The score stayed that way until late in the half. The Eagles were on the Chi 18 when Jordan scooped up a bad snap and found Nicholas Romano alone in the end zone for the score.
“The corner stepped up on the out route and left me wide open,” said Romano. “I didn’t see the bad snap, I just ran my route.”
Romano also got on the score sheet for the only TD in the third. He broke through the middle and sped past the defense for a 36-yard score.
Chichester (5-3) averted the shutout with less than two minutes left in the game. Henry Jones picked a fumble and sped 70 yards for the TD.
Shanahan closes out the regular season with a 7-3 mark and is expected to be in the top two for the District 1 4A playoffs.
Bishop Shanahan 34, Chichester 8
Chichester 0 0 0 8 — 8
Bishop Shanahan 14 12 8 0 — 34
First Quarter
Bishop Shanahan — C. Jordan 3 run (run failed)
Bishop Shanahan — Shanahan recovered fumble in end zone (C. Jordan rund)
Second Quarter
Bishop Shanahan — C. Jordan 1 run (run failed)
Bishop Shanahan — Romano 18 pass from C. Jordan (pass failed)
Third Quarter
Bishop Shanahan — Romano 36 run (Whitehill run)
Fourth Quarter
Chichester — Jones 70 fumble return (Holloman run)
team statistics
C BS
First downs 3 10
Rushes-yards 33-2 48-103
Passing 2-6-2 3-4-0
Passing yards 6 44
Total yards 8 147
Punts 1-25.0 1-33.0
Fumbles-lost 7-4 5-1
Penalties-yards 10-28 2-20
Individual statistics
Rushing — Chichester: Reaves 8-19; Bush 10-6; Swinton 1-4 Blackwell 8-3; Holloway 3-(-18); Rosario 1-(-12). Bishop Shanahan: C. Jordan 10-18 2TD; McGrory 10-15; Whitehill 11-20; Barbadora 8-21; Romano 1-36 TD; Gallagher 7-3; Domsohn 1-(-10).
Passing — Chichester: Holloman 2-6-2 6 yards; Blackwell 0-1-0 0 yards. Bishop Shanahan: C. Jordan 3-3-0 44 yards TD; Whitehill 0-1-0 0 yards.
Receiving — Chichester: Swinton 1-11; Ballard 1-(-5). Bishop Shanahan: McGrory 2-26; Romano 1-18 TD.
Interceptions — Bishop Shanahan: Adams; McGrory.
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Freshman Football Update
Congratulations to the freshman football team as they closed out the season with a win against Coatesville. Way to go, Eagles! |
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From Vista Today: "Star Football Player at Bishop Shanahan, Son of 15-Year NFL Veteran, Making His Own Name on the Gridiron"
Bishop Shanahan senior and star football player DaKendrick Daniels is high on the radar of college recruiters and recently made his first official visit to the University of Colorado, writes Adam Munsterteiger for 247Sports.com. At 6-foot-3, 200 pounds, Daniels plays as a stand-up outside linebacker and as a hand-in-the-ground edge player on the high school level. He said his visit to Boulder was extremely positive. |
“I got to hang out with a bunch of their commits,” said Daniels. “I met a lot of people. It was great. I really loved the campus and the team and the staff, everybody out there.”
He also appreciated that the campus felt like one big, happy family.
“You could really feel the connection and the bond that everybody had out there,” he said. “Even regular people out in Boulder; it was just really welcoming.”
Daniels — whose father, Phillip, played as a defensive end in the NFL for 15 years — said that the visit got high grades from his entire family.
“That was my first time being that far from here,” he said. “The vibes out there were just completely different than anything I’ve felt in Pennsylvania. My family and I loved it a lot.”
Daniels plans to make his college decision in late November or early December. Read more about DaKendrick Daniels at 247Sports.com.
He also appreciated that the campus felt like one big, happy family.
“You could really feel the connection and the bond that everybody had out there,” he said. “Even regular people out in Boulder; it was just really welcoming.”
Daniels — whose father, Phillip, played as a defensive end in the NFL for 15 years — said that the visit got high grades from his entire family.
“That was my first time being that far from here,” he said. “The vibes out there were just completely different than anything I’ve felt in Pennsylvania. My family and I loved it a lot.”
Daniels plans to make his college decision in late November or early December. Read more about DaKendrick Daniels at 247Sports.com.
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Senior Night
Congratulations to the Class of 2022 football team members who recently celebrated their Senior Night! We wish you the very best in all your future endeavors! |
PA PREP Live: "Column: Bishop Shanahan small but mighty" by Pete DiGiovanni
Coming into the 2021 football season much was expected the Bishop Shanahan football team. With 28 seniors back, many of whom saw time when the Eagles captured the District 1 4A championship in 2019, the Eagles were poised to possibly have another big year.
And so far, the Eagles have not disappoints, jetting out to a 5-1 record and in their only loss, 28-13 to Downingtown East, the Eagles actually outplayed the Cougars in the second half. The Eagles are led by senior quarterback Cooper Jordan, who is a playmaker and a threat to score every time he touches the football. The Bishop Shanahan defense is fast and physical and are led by Kenny Daniels, Liam Blakely, Dylan Jones and all state linebacker Brandon Choi.
Bishop Shanahan has had some good teams before but this may be the best squad head coach Paul Meyers has put out there in the short history of Bishop Shanahan football. Meyers, who deflects praise away from himself just won his 100th career game two weeks ago when the Eagles downed Penn Wood, 48-6.
The Eagles are averaging over 30 points per game while giving up leads than 10 points per contest. and now, the Eagles, a 4A school, gets thrown into the Ches-Mont National Division fray as they take on the big boys in 6A.
Suddenly, the Avon Grove game looks like a monumental struggle as the Red Devils have come alive under second year head coach Joe Coffey, winning two in a row, against Great Valley and 5A power, Academy Park. After that comes an angry Downingtown West team that will be fighting for its playoff life and the explosive Coatesville Red Raiders.
This is not new ground for Meyers and the Eagles. They have been steadfast in their commitment to staying on the Ches-Mont National Division side to play teams that almost double them in enrollment. it is the way Meyers, the only head coach in Bishop Shanahan history after the school picked up football again in the early 2000’s. He wants his kids to have the experience of playing the best competition, even though the win loss record may take a hit.
The big boys of 6A don’t really want to play the Eagles either. They complain about not getting enough playoff points from playing a small 4A school. and losing to the Eagles stings a little more because a 6A squad is supposed to beat up most 4A schools.
But, under Meyers, Bishop Shanahan is not any 4a school. In its history, the Eagles have beaten every Ches-Mont National squad and never backs down anyone. The Eagles will play anybody at any time.
The 2021 Bishop Shanahan team will be judged by the district playoffs and possibly the PIAA playoffs. The Eagles are a quality team that never gets noticed and this is a mistake most years but especially this season. Meyers has the team playing at a very high level and they are ready for the Ches-Mont National Division gauntlet being thew in front of them from this week on.
The questions about whether the Eagle belong on the Ches-Mont National side have quieted this season. the Eagles are a team that belongs with anybody. It may be a historic year for a team that’s never won a state playoff game. this could be the year that ceiling is cracked.
No matter how the Eagles season ends up, you know Meyers and his team will do it with class and will never bemoan the fact they are a small school. Meyers commands respect and his teams alway respect everyone they play. Maybe this is the year the Eagles will remembered for some time.
Right now, Bishop Shanahan is content to playing the best football it can and flying under the radar. The Eagles are small but mighty and ready for any challenge. It has always been that way under their talented head coach. It is just the Meyers way and Bishop Shanahan definitely belong in any league
Coming into the 2021 football season much was expected the Bishop Shanahan football team. With 28 seniors back, many of whom saw time when the Eagles captured the District 1 4A championship in 2019, the Eagles were poised to possibly have another big year.
And so far, the Eagles have not disappoints, jetting out to a 5-1 record and in their only loss, 28-13 to Downingtown East, the Eagles actually outplayed the Cougars in the second half. The Eagles are led by senior quarterback Cooper Jordan, who is a playmaker and a threat to score every time he touches the football. The Bishop Shanahan defense is fast and physical and are led by Kenny Daniels, Liam Blakely, Dylan Jones and all state linebacker Brandon Choi.
Bishop Shanahan has had some good teams before but this may be the best squad head coach Paul Meyers has put out there in the short history of Bishop Shanahan football. Meyers, who deflects praise away from himself just won his 100th career game two weeks ago when the Eagles downed Penn Wood, 48-6.
The Eagles are averaging over 30 points per game while giving up leads than 10 points per contest. and now, the Eagles, a 4A school, gets thrown into the Ches-Mont National Division fray as they take on the big boys in 6A.
Suddenly, the Avon Grove game looks like a monumental struggle as the Red Devils have come alive under second year head coach Joe Coffey, winning two in a row, against Great Valley and 5A power, Academy Park. After that comes an angry Downingtown West team that will be fighting for its playoff life and the explosive Coatesville Red Raiders.
This is not new ground for Meyers and the Eagles. They have been steadfast in their commitment to staying on the Ches-Mont National Division side to play teams that almost double them in enrollment. it is the way Meyers, the only head coach in Bishop Shanahan history after the school picked up football again in the early 2000’s. He wants his kids to have the experience of playing the best competition, even though the win loss record may take a hit.
The big boys of 6A don’t really want to play the Eagles either. They complain about not getting enough playoff points from playing a small 4A school. and losing to the Eagles stings a little more because a 6A squad is supposed to beat up most 4A schools.
But, under Meyers, Bishop Shanahan is not any 4a school. In its history, the Eagles have beaten every Ches-Mont National squad and never backs down anyone. The Eagles will play anybody at any time.
The 2021 Bishop Shanahan team will be judged by the district playoffs and possibly the PIAA playoffs. The Eagles are a quality team that never gets noticed and this is a mistake most years but especially this season. Meyers has the team playing at a very high level and they are ready for the Ches-Mont National Division gauntlet being thew in front of them from this week on.
The questions about whether the Eagle belong on the Ches-Mont National side have quieted this season. the Eagles are a team that belongs with anybody. It may be a historic year for a team that’s never won a state playoff game. this could be the year that ceiling is cracked.
No matter how the Eagles season ends up, you know Meyers and his team will do it with class and will never bemoan the fact they are a small school. Meyers commands respect and his teams alway respect everyone they play. Maybe this is the year the Eagles will remembered for some time.
Right now, Bishop Shanahan is content to playing the best football it can and flying under the radar. The Eagles are small but mighty and ready for any challenge. It has always been that way under their talented head coach. It is just the Meyers way and Bishop Shanahan definitely belong in any league
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August 27, 2021 Game Update
BSHS Eagles 21 Archbishop Ryan 3 Strong 2nd half, ley by QB Cooper Jordan and the Eagles defense, powers Bishop Shanahan past the AR Raiders for opening game victory last Friday night @ Jack Mancini Field. Teams next game is away against Phoenixville HS on Saturday, 9/4 @ 1PM. |
Game Day Program 2021-22
Calling all football alumni and business owners! The BSHS football team is finalizing their annual Game Day Programs! Don't miss your chance to support the football team and to get your business's name out there. Click the button below to download the ad form today. Deadline is August 23rd!
Calling all football alumni and business owners! The BSHS football team is finalizing their annual Game Day Programs! Don't miss your chance to support the football team and to get your business's name out there. Click the button below to download the ad form today. Deadline is August 23rd!
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On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, members of the community gather to tee it up with friends, families and alumni of the Shanahan football program. The event was a scramble format at Downingtown Country Club.
Participants in the Eagle Classic enjoyed food and drink situated around the course, 18 holes of fantastic golf, buffet dinner, two-hour open bar with cocktail hour on the patio overlooking the course, and plenty of fun and games all day long. With your valued support, we can continue to support and build the football program. |
